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Culture in Cannes: Top Spots for Film Lovers

1 January, 2019

Awards season is upon us once more. The Hollywood greats don their best frocks and spiffiest suits and hit the red carpet in the hopes of picking up a Screen Actors Guild award, a BAFTA or a coveted Oscar. British stars like Olivia Coleman are getting in on the action too this year, with her Golden Globe win earlier this month for her incredible portrayal of Queen Anne in The Favourite.

This may give you a bit of inspiration – why not go looking for a bit of glitz, glamour and art yourself on your next holiday? If this lights your flashbulb, allow me to suggest one destination with the perfect mix of new-school cool and vintage opulence: Cannes, draped seductively across the French Riviera, hosts the world’s most prestigious film festival. This year it runs from 14 to 25 May.

Saint-Raphael

Saint-Raphael Shore Excursions

21 December, 2018

Saint-Raphael is a family-friendly holiday resort located on the Côte d’Azur midway between Saint-Tropez and Cannes. Its heyday was in the late 19th century when beautiful Belle Époque mansions were built along its seafront overlooking the Mediterranean. The resort is home to a small but charming Old Town with a number of interesting attractions including an excellent archaeological museum.

Saint-Tropez

Saint-Tropez Shore Excursions

22 August, 2018

The relatively unknown fishing village of Saint-Tropez on the French Rivera shot to fame in 1956 when the movie “And God Created Woman” starring Brigitte Bardot was filmed there. The French actress took a liking to the area and settled locally which created Saint-Tropez’s reputation as a playground for the rich and famous.

Antibes

Antibes (Juan-Le-Pins) Shore Excursions

21 August, 2018

The chic resort town of Antibes on the French Riviera has served as an important trading post since it was settled by the Ancient Greeks in 340 BC. As a natural, deep water harbour it was an important port for the Roman Empire and in the 14th century became a prized possession of the powerful Grimaldi family. Today the Port of Antibes is the main attraction for first time visitors due to the sheer size and number of mega-yachts which are docked there during the summer months.

Cannes

Cannes Shore Excursions

8 August, 2018

Located on the Côte d’Azur between Saint Tropez and Monaco, the town of Cannes is well known worldwide for hosting its annual film festival. Its popularity as a holiday resort can be traced back to the 1830s when wealthy British families were attracted here by its mild winter climate.

Villefranche

Villefranche (Nice) Shore Excursions

2 August, 2018

The Parc du Mont Boron is a Mediterranean forest lying just east of Nice on the Côte d’Azur. This natural barrier protects the delightful town of Villefranche-sur-Mer from the encroachment of its nearby neighbour. This independence from the city has allowed Villefranche to maintain its well established air of exclusivity which helped convince a number of rich and famous people to set up homes here. Best known of these luxurious properties is Villa Leopolda which was built in the late 1920s by King Leopold II of Belgium. Some visitors may find that the villa looks familiar as it appeared in Alfred Hitchcock’s movie “To Catch a Thief”.

Nice Shore Excursions

24 July, 2018

The Côte d’Azur is a length of coastline running along the French Mediterranean which is better known as the French Riviera to English speakers. Although it has no defined borders it is generally considered to run from around Saint-Tropez in the west as far as the Italian border in the east. Its role as a holiday resort dates back to the 18th century when wealthy English families were attracted by its mild winter climate. Some of Europe’s royal families and celebrities from around the globe soon followed suit creating the region’s reputation as a destination for the rich and famous.

Monaco

Monaco Shore Excursions

17 July, 2018

The fairytale marriage of American actress Grace Kelly to Prince Ranier III in 1956 firmly established the Principality of Monaco on the map of jet-set destinations. This tiny state on the Mediterranean is surrounded by France with the Italian border just 20km to the east. The number of superyachts in its port, as seen by millions around the world at the annual Monaco Formula One Grand Prix, is testimony to its continued popularity amongst the rich and famous.

Make the Most of Monte Carlo on a Shoestring

17 May, 2018

Monaco? Surely the playground of the rich and famous is going to be way out of my league, I hear you say. Believe it or not, it just might not be. While the tourist industry in this glamorous and exclusive principality might thrive on charging mega bucks for the pleasure seekers, you can side step the package deals and enjoy this beautiful spot in all its glory for a whole lot less. With plenty of free attractions and festivals during the

The Art Lover’s Itinerary in Nice

14 May, 2018

Nice is a gorgeous city nestled on the French Riviera. Though renowned for its pebbly beaches and famous Promenade des Anglais boardwalk, the city also boasts an intricate cultural history. In the nineteenth century, the town served as a retreat for the European elite. It welcomed many artists, including Marc Chagall and Henri Matisse, whose works can be admired in Nice’s many museums. If you have only got a day or two to explore the French city’s artistry and heritage,

Feel Majestic in Monaco: A Cultural Guide for Luxury Lovers

9 May, 2018

At just over 2km², Monaco is the world’s second-smallest city-state. But from history and architecture to culture and glamour, the little principality on the French Riviera packs a major punch. The subtropical Mediterranean climate has allowed lush vegetation to flourish: palm trees and exotic flowers are never far away, decorating the pristine city and the rocky bluff that overlooks it. Inside this beautiful, sparkling state you’ll find more than enough to sate your cultural appetite – read on for some

Roaming the French Riviera: Our Transfer from Nice to St. Tropez

20 March, 2018

Anyone visiting the jewel of the French Riviera may be forgiven for thinking that all roads lead to St. Tropez. This glamorous, glittering coastal beauty is a favourite haunt of the rich and famous and, increasingly, the not so rich and famous. With its mild climate, fabulous beaches, designer shopping and jet-set lifestyle, who wouldn’t want a taste of this little slice of Mediterranean magic? But there’s a whole lot more to the French Riviera than this admittedly very gorgeous

Rave About the French Riviera: Our Route from Nice to Monaco

1 November, 2017

Did you know that Monaco is the world’s second smallest city-state? (Bonus points for you if you know what the smallest one is!) If you’re travelling to this Mediterranean haven to uncover its wealth of cultural and natural landmarks, it couldn’t be easier: Nice Airport is merely a skip and a jump away. But while the 32-kilometre journey from Nice to Monaco takes an hour – or more – if you opt for public transportation, a transfer with Shuttle Direct will whisk you to the door of your accommodation in half the time. What’s more, you’re sure to have a

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