Nice, which is the second-largest French city on the Mediterranean sea, right at the foot of the Alps, runs along the French Riviera and is famed for its colourful traditions and vibrant culture. From Russian styled churches to long hikes in Mont Boron ...
Update: Tour de France 2020: Is Happening!!
*****Update***** Due to the Covid-19 shut-down the race originally scheduled for June 27 has now been re-scheduled for Saturday August 29 to Sunday September 20, 2020. It will still start in Nice and end in Paris. Now is the time to plan your ...
The beautiful scent of Grasse
The medieval town of Grasse in southern Provence is located in the pleasant green hills just north of Cannes, overlooking the Côte d'Azur (French Riviera). It’s a beautiful town to visit whilst staying in Nice and essential for perfume aficionados, as Grasse ...
A day trip to Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Designed by French architect Aaron Messiah. Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild was constructed in the early 20th century for Baroness Beatriz de Rothschild. The palatial mansion was originally named Villa Île-de-France after a cruise liner that the Baroness had ...
A visit to Eze Village on the French Riviera
The picturesque medieval village of Eze is perched high above the French Riviera coast. It’s renowned for its spectacular views, beautiful architecture, and as the home of French fragrance producers Fragonard and Galimard. Many of our guests ask if ...
Must see Destinations on the French Riviera
The French Riviera, or the Côte d'Azur, is one of the most stunning vacation destinations in Europe. It’s home to beautiful Mediterranean beaches, year-round sunshine, elegant resorts that are frequented by the rich and famous, history, architecture, and ...
7 Reasons You Shouldn’t Miss the Carnaval in Nice
A tradition spanning centuries, Carnival is Nice’s premier event. Music and revelry fill the streets, from Place Massena to the Promenade des Anglais, a heightened energy palpable in every crook and cranny in town. Plan to stay in Nice for the second half ...
5 Reasons to Choose Nice for your Winter Getaway
While no one would deny that Nice is a great choice for a summer vacation —after all, it’s a famed retreat for celebrities, supermodels and well-to-do Parisian families on holiday. However, this lovely seaside town on the Cote d’Azur offers something truly ...
2018 Christmas Markets in Paris
Hot Mulled Wine, Roasted Chestnuts, & Holiday Gift Shopping at Marchés de Noël Though originating from Germany, the tradition of Christmas markets has spread all over Europe and even reached its easternmost borders. Nowadays, you can’t imagine the ...
L’Autre Côté du Port [The other side of the Port]
The Old Town makes for a great day of shopping and eating in Nice, but don’t forget to visit the other side of the Port! No doubt about it, Nice is nice! There’s so much to do and never enough time to fit it all in. Museums, the Old Town, shopping at Galeries ...
