Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Rebecca Whitlocke · Taste Chestnuts, Collobrières and Cogolin November 23, 2015In the fall, there are fêtes celebrating the season of the chestnut – or marron. The sweet chestnut is known as the châtaigne and is a frequent visitor to autumn dining tables and village fêtes. Collobrières is a main town for the chestnut industry and is also famous for cork production it is reputed to …Continue Reading
Explore · Rebecca Whitlocke · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Under the Radar French Riviera Art Exhibitions on Now January 28, 2016Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: Often I see advertising for upcoming exhibitions at the major art museums and galleries in this region, but sometimes the best exhibitions fall under our noses and pass by unnoticed. Here are 3 Exhibitions that I highly recommend you find time to see – they may not be part of …Continue Reading
Explore · Locals Travel Tips · Rebecca Whitlocke How To Visit Monaco On A Shoestring June 28, 2016Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: If I had a euro for every time someone asked me ‘Is Monaco cheap to visit?’ I’d probably be able to buy a penthouse apartment there myself. There’s no doubt about it that Monaco is a destination of legend – luxury everything from hotels to superyachts to fast cars …Continue Reading
Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Orange Festival on the French Riviera May 29, 2015The Côte d’Azur and its surrounding countryside, in fact the whole of the département of the Alpes-Maritimes, is covered in historic fortified hill villages; some well known, others hidden and secret. There are literally hundreds and many of them have an annual festival of some sort celebrating their artisanal or historical traditions. Keep reading about …Continue Reading
