Explore · Liz Lord Don’t Get Burnt in Nice Budget Travel Tips April 13, 2015Nice airport has recently been voted the most beautiful aerial approach in the world, by Private Fly. For people living in the Alpes-Maritimes it remains a thrill, as you approach from the West along the Var or East past Monaco, before landing on the sea (well that is how it feels!) at the Nice airport …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
Caroline Longstaffe · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Why You Should Visit The Lourmarin Château April 6, 2017Contributor blog post by Caroline Longstaffe: The Lourmarin Château lies on the edge of the fairy tale village of Lourmarin, nestled under the gently rolling hills of Provence’s southern Luberon. Visit it to admire its beautiful antiques, discover its fascinating history and enjoy a musical soirée within it ancient walls. Built as a medieval fortress …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Locals Travel Tips Travel WiFi Roaming and SIM Cards In France September 18, 2015Provence is paradise…until you attempt to get cell coverage or WiFi access in some Provencal villages. One could blame the thick walls built with stones from Roman foundations, or the at times violent weather. However, the reality is that cellular network coverage is limited in some areas. Apparently, I should have paid more attention when …Continue Reading