Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Why Villefranche-sur-Mer is Perfect for Walking October 11, 2022Seaside Villefranche-sur-Mer, with its sheltered harbour and long sweeping sandy beach, holds an enviable position on the French Riviera. Tucked between Nice to the west and Beaulieu-sur-Mer and Saint-Jean Cap Ferrat to the east, Villefranche feels like a small town. However, arriving in Villefranche by car takes a bit of skill. The streets haphazardly wind …Continue Reading
Explore · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Nice in the winter – Experience Nice a new way December 6, 2016Traditionally the French Riviera, and Nice in particular, was a winter resort. It served as a destination for the upper echelons to escape harsh northern winters amongst their own. Today Nice in the winter is a largely local affair – which means less hustle, bustle and fewer crowds to contend with. The average day time …Continue Reading
Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities · Winter in Provence Winter Holidays on the French Riviera December 15, 2020The owners of Riviera Experience, both from southern California, would not trade winter on the French Riviera for any North American “snowbird” experience. Forget wintering in Florida, Arizona, or California! The famous Côte d’Azur has long attracted travellers in the first few months of the year. When the French Riviera was “discovered” as a place …Continue Reading
Cheryl Shufflebotham · Explore · Road Trips South of France The French Riviera in Two Days December 8, 2016I have avoided the Riviera when visiting Provence, figuring that it would be too busy, too ritzy for my taste. Well, after finally deciding to give it a try—after all it is the Riviera—all I can say is “I get it!!!” I now see why it is so popular. Read Cobblestone and Vineyards for Cheryl’s …Continue Reading