Guest Post · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Cannes Film Festival: A French Riviera Moment Unlike Any Other May 6, 2026There is a particular moment each year on the French Riviera when everything seems to shift, almost imperceptibly at first. The light softens, the air grows warmer, and the days gently stretch into evening. From the inland villages of Provence to the shimmering coastline, a quiet sense of anticipation settles. Cannes belongs to Provence, yet …Continue Reading
Explore · Rebecca Whitlocke · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur SPOOKTACULAR! Halloween activities and events on the French Riviera October 24, 2017Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: Happy Halloween! Halloween, usually celebrated on 31st October each year, has slowly been gathering steam since I first moved to France, but for expats who are used to lots of activities and events during Halloween you’ll have to remember that it isn’t a traditionally observed day in France and …Continue Reading
Explore · Locals Travel Tips · Rebecca Whitlocke Secret French Riviera Local’s Tips: Hidden Spots Worth A Visit August 21, 2017Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: When you live somewhere, you are privy to local tips and things that you learn about your home town or region that tourists perhaps don’t see or aren’t aware of. Yes, TripAdvisor and tourist offices can be great sources of information but if you want to find where the …Continue Reading
Guest Post · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Fete de la Courge in Rians October 8, 2014Next weekend (11th and 12th October) sees the annual Fete de la Courge in Rians in the Var, and it is one of my favourite village festivals: mainly as it is so very un-English. It is an excellent opportunity to see a work-a-day Provencal village, totally non-touristy, celebrating local produce.…Continue Reading