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Marco Polo beach restaurant Theoule sur mer, French Riviera is a really nice spot to eat, particularly for lunch.The setting couldn’t be more idyllic, the Marco Polo is set right on the beach in the pretty bay of Theoule which is right at the start of the beautiful red rock Esterel mountain range and the Cannes corniche. You can eat indoors or what we liked most was eating on the beach with your feet in the sand. Unlike many beach restaurants this one is open nearly all year round and is popular with the locals.The menu is not cheap but still...

Wednesday, February 09, 2011



Sports and outdoors in the Cote d'Azur, our guide of sports and outdoor activities for adults and families in the Cote d Azur. The Cote d’Azur has the unique advantage of Mediterranean coast and varied mountain ranges including the southern Alps.Golf in the Cote d’Azur. There are numerous excellent golf courses all along the Cote d’Azur. From Marseilles to Monaco the French Riviera boasts some of the world’s best golf links, first class facilities and beautiful scenery.Wind surfing in the Cote d’Azur. The Mediterranean...

Monday, January 31, 2011



Lemon Festival, Menton, France takes place 18 February to 9 March.The centre of Menton takes on a carnival atmosphere for the Fete du Citron with vast floats and parades winding through the streets to the sound of bands playing and with much dancing.Menton is in a spectacular setting with its Mediterranean front and harbour backed by the steep cliffs of the Alps, just a few kilometers from the Italian border. This year is the 78 Fete du Citron and the theme is Les Grandes Civilisations. So you can expect plenty of Roman, Greek and Egyptian costumes and...

Tuesday, January 25, 2011



Les Calanques, Cote d Azur, France, begin just to the east of Marseilles and continue along the coast to Cassis for about 20 kilometres.An area of outstanding natural beauty which is best explored by boat to appreciate the full splendor of the white limestone gorges, rich flaura and fauna and splendid, azur blue sea, the colour of which is accentuated within the Calanques. There are numerous boat trips departing from Cassis or the Vieux Port in Marseille between April and November, costing around 25€ per adult and 18€ per child. A boat...

Monday, January 24, 2011



Eating out in the Cote d’Azur, France, our guide to eating out and food and drink in general in the Cote d’Azur.The New Coisette in Cannes on the Rue du Commandant Andre is a trendy café offering hot snacks.Cannes covered market, located just below the hill at Le Suquet near the old port has a fantastic choice of fresh, local produce and excellent seafood.Located in Rue St Dizier in the beautiful old Le Suquet area of Cannes, Le Suquetan restaurant offers a menu rich in French specialities devised by the chef Frederic Laffargue.Fish...

Sunday, January 23, 2011



Robert de Niro to preside over Cannes film festival 2011 according to French television news this morning.Mr de Niro is no stranger to the Palm d’Or himself following successes with two of his many illustrious roles in Taxi driver and The Mission.So the president of the panel of judges for 2011 at Cannes will be on the lookout for the next coveted Palm d’Or winner in the cote d’Azur glamour resort of Cannes in May 11th to 22nd 2011.To book your villa holiday in Cannes on the Cote d’Azur, view our selection of four and five star...

Friday, January 07, 2011



Marineland, Cote dAzur, France is one of the principal family attractions on the French Riviera and many who holiday in Cote d’Azur make a day out at Marineland with the children a principal part of their holiday.To get the best out of the day most arrive mid-morning and have lunch in one of the family friendly restaurants. Then spend the day around the various attractions which include performances with killer whales, dolphins and sea lions, various aquariums include the amazing shark exhibit. as well as taking in either the Wild West theme...

Thursday, December 30, 2010



Christmas swim, Nice, France takes place on the 19th December from Ruhl Plage. There is plenty of snow on the mountains which loom close overlooking the city and they present a formidable backdrop to the sea which has a beautiful azur blue tint which make it look appealing all year round.However it’s a brave person who joins the annual Bain de Noel and ventures into the water under the gaze of perplexed and amused onlookers on the Promanade des Anglias. The water temperature is generally around fifteen degrees in December so it’s definitely...

Monday, December 13, 2010



Cote d’Azur attractions, our guide to what to see and where to visit on the Cote d’Azur. Get the best out of your family holiday in the French Riviera using our list of Cote d’Azur attractions.The Jean Cocteau Severin Wunderman museum in Menton was opened in 2012.Marineland Antibes is a major attraction on the Cote d’Azur with many families returning year after year for a day out to remember. It’s located near Antibes.La Ferme du Far West is a large theme park based on the theme of the far west. It...

Monday, December 13, 2010



Marche de Noel, Nice, Cote d'Azur, France is an annual event which is focused around the main square in Nice centre and the Avenue Massena.The Christmas market in Nice is really exceptional as the city has a knack of complementing it with a superb Christmas lights show which is both sophisticated, modern and very Christmassy. The ambiance is very special and there is also the big wheel and outdoor skating rink which are both popular. The Christmas stalls are interesting with lots of very French produce, both regional and also from the mountain areas...

Sunday, December 12, 2010



Cote dAzur holiday events 2011 get under way shortly. Here we have compiled an on-going guide of what’s on in the Cote d’Azur, it’s a social calendar for the Cote d’Azur.First a few 2010 events to come.On today is the annual European Petanque Competition in Nice on the Promenade des Anglais. It’s a bit chilly but there will be no stopping the boules champs. 3 – 5 December.The Bandol wine festival is on this weekend on December 5. Bandol is an excellent wine, both rose and red, so there will be plenty of interest...

Saturday, December 04, 2010



Damien Hirst Cornucopia visit? Yes you can at the Oceanographic Museum in Monaco where Damien’s exhibition runs until the end of September 2010. The Oceanographic Museum in Monaco hosts the Damien Hirst Cornucopia this summer and what a setting it is for one of the worlds top modern art phenomenon. The Oceanographic Museum is an iconic building in itself, let Damien Hirst loose and it takes on even grandeur proportions. From the moment you approach the building it is clear that Damien Hirst has stamped his mark as your attention is...

Friday, August 13, 2010



Marineland Antibes new shark river tunnel, French Riviera villa holidaymaker attraction is open for visitors along with a host of other world class aquatic spectacles.Marineland Antibes is understandably enthusiastic about the latest shark river tunnel attraction which has opened new for 2010. Visitors can enjoy the thrill of walking through an impressive glazed tunnel whilst impressive sharks cruise all around and now ride through on the river.One of many excellent attractions at Marineland Antibes the shark tunnel is already drawing gasps of...

Tuesday, July 27, 2010



Cannes film festival, the inside story so far, live from Cannes. We were in Cannes last night interviewing our LA based correspondent and film festival veteran to get her verdict on the films she has seen at the Cannes film festival to date this year.Having correctly predicted last years winner our LA correspondent is tipping Kaboom for the Palm d’Or. A funny, sad, true story which combines drama, comedy and thriller all in one.Other highlights included The Three Idiots, a very funny Indian comedy which revolves around the lives of three Indian...

Thursday, May 20, 2010


 
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