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Explore · Jemma - French Lessons

French Riviera Style Ten (More) Ways to Spot You’re in the Côte d’Azur

July 31, 2018

Contributor blog post by Jemma: Let summer begin! It’s not just that the calendar has sailed past June 21, varyingly known as the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, and France’s Fête de la Musique, when entire cities put on their dancing shoes. Non, another sign of summer – at least according to our friends

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Explore · Locals Travel Tips · Rebecca Whitlocke

Top Picks for Kid-Friendly Holidays on The French Riviera

June 7, 2018

I’m very happy to share some tips for families visiting the French Riviera, being a ‘local’ I sometimes forget where the hidden gems are myself. The French Riviera is a great place for families with an appealing mix of culture, outdoor activities and great climate adding up to a holiday destination worth visiting. Best beaches

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Artists Inspired by Provence · Inspire · J. Christina

Treasures of the French Riviera: Musée National Marc Chagall

May 30, 2018

Situated on the southeast coast of the French Riviera, Nice, France hardly needs an introduction as one of the most beautiful and sophisticated regions in the world. Nice is the second-largest city in the Provence-Alpes Cote d’Azur – often referred to as the Queen of the French Riviera. Whether you call it the Côte d’Azur

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Explore · Locals Travel Tips · Rebecca Whitlocke

Visit the Musée National du Sport in Nice for Family Activities on the French Riviera

March 19, 2018

The Musée National du Sport is an excellent place to go for families visiting or living on the French Riviera. Located at the Allianz Riviera stadium in Nice, it is the only national museum in France dedicated to sports. What is on display at the Musée National du Sport? The museum has a wide collection

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Explore · Rebecca Whitlocke

Grave Ramblings: Dark Tourism and the Cemeteries of the French Riviera

January 22, 2018

Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: I thought I would write about dark tourism and some of the famous people who lived and are laid to rest in the cemeteries on the French Riviera. What is Dark Tourism? Dark tourism is travel (and tourism) that involves visiting places connected to death, tragedy or disaster.  

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Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Road Trips South of France

Plan a Visit to Languedoc-Roussillon: France’s “Other French Riviera”

January 10, 2018

The third in the series of shore excursions for travelers on Mediterrean cruises, Nancy McGee of Absolutely Southern France is sharing ideas we all can use. Let’s see what she suggests for those who want to experience Languedoc-Roussillon. According to Nancy McGee, Languedoc-Roussillon is coming to be known by many as the “other French Riviera.”

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Explore · Rebecca Whitlocke · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur

Christmas 2017: Festive events and activities on the French Riviera

December 19, 2017

Contributor blog post by Access Riviera: The Zone B school holidays over the Christmas period run from 22 December and finish 7 January so it’s a good time to use the fortnight’s break to partake in some festive activities. As well as the usual Christmas markets that pop up each year in every town, there are

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