Decide on the dates and time of day you'll travel.
Check your budget and decide on Eurostar (more expensive) or Intercity (less expensive) trains.
Choose between first class, business or second class seating, if taking Eurostar.
View available trains and schedules from Genova to Nice on the Trenitalia Web site (see Resources).
Buy your train ticket and seat reservation, if required, via the Trenitalia Web site before you leave for Italy (see Resources).
Look for a Trenitalia travel agent and have him or her book your travel for you. You'll find a list of agents on the Trenitalia Web site under Agencies and Ticket Offices (see Resources).
Purchase your ticket at the train station. Choose between automated kiosks or counter service.
Pack your swimsuit and camera for resort-hopping. Check the official Nice tourism Web site for ideas on where to stay and what to do (see Resources).
Stamp your ticket at a kiosk near the track to validate it before boarding in Italy. If you forget, ask a conductor once you're on the train.
Find your class of seating, if applicable, by looking for the class designations (1 or 2) printed on the outside of the train cars.