Jemma - French Lessons · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Nice: Paradise Lost July 19, 2016Contributor blog post by Jemma: The cover of our local newspaper tells the story of Paradise Lost: The artist Mesia puts it even more touchingly: Such a bleu-blanc-rouge waves outside Bellevue, too. The flag is an ever-present sentry at the tip of a quay jutting into the Mediterranean bay. …Continue reading here for Jemma’s post. Via:: French …Continue Reading
Inspire · The Riviera Grapevine · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur On the Search for Tradition in the Modern Nice Carnival February 23, 2015February is synonymous with more than one big event; Valentine’s Day, the Oscars, Six Nations Rugby, and, if you live in Nice, Carnival. Like it, or loathe it (I’d say most residents fall into the latter camp), don’t even try to fight the Carnival. Plan your Visit to Nice’s Carnival The theme and exact dates for Carnaval …Continue Reading
What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Lu Festin de Nissa Nice celebrates May April 29, 2015What is the celebration of spring in Nice la Fête des Mais? Phoebe has the answer. On the 1st of May and then every Sunday throughout the month, Nice celebrates the arrival of spring. This custom dates back to Roman times when a “Mai” (a large pine tree felled in the nearby forest) was displayed …Continue Reading
Inspire · Liz Lord · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur A Round-up of Holiday Festivities on the French Riviera November 30, 2018French Riviera in December The Mediterranean coastline is more than just a summer adventure playground. December is a very festive season on the Côte D’Azur. Welcome to the South of France – all year round! Yes, there is the sparkling blue Med – but don’t be shy – you can enjoy the Riviera 365 days-a-year. …Continue Reading
