BEAUNE , the principal town of the Côte d'Or, has managed to maintain its ancient air, despite rampant commercialism and a near constant stream of tourists. Narrow cobbled streets and sunny squares dotted with cafés make it a lovely spot to sample the region's wine, though you may find it cheaper and easier to use Dijon or the non-descript town of Chalon as a base for getting around in the area, as both are easily accessible by train and Transco buses, which service all the village... [More]