Blog: French Riviera

The Cannes International Games Festival is a fun time to spend with the family.

Cannes International Games Festival: everything you need to know about the event that thrills gamers and board gamers

For the past forty years, Cannes has hosted the largest gaming event on the French Riviera. More than 100,000 people gather each year to participate in...

Monumental sculpture of an imperial dragon and a Chinese temple made of lemons and oranges at the Menton Lemon Festival.

The Lemon Festival in Menton, a festival bursting with colours and aromas

By Carine R.

For over a century, the Lemon Festival in Menton has been a major annual event not to be missed on the French Riviera. For about two weeks, the town...

Costumed participants parading during the Carnival of Nice 2015 on the theme

How to best organize your attendance at the Carnival of Nice ?

By Carine R.

For over 150 years now, the Carnival of Nice It's a dream. Having inspired the world's greatest carnivals, including Rio's, it takes place every winter...

The mimosa is in full bloom on the French Riviera.

Mimosa Festival 2026: the highlights not to be missed on the French Riviera

By Carine R.

It's hard to miss it when visiting the French Riviera, it's everywhere. Originally from Australia, the mimosa has found a home in Provence, so much so that it's now...

View of Rochers Beach in Cannes La Bocca showing the red ochre rock formations, fine sand, and crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean with the Esterel Massif in the background. @jeanpaul 2025

Rochers Beach Cannes La Bocca: a meeting place for families and snorkelers

By Carine R.

Cannes is widely renowned for its seaside resorts. The city boasts numerous idyllic public and private beaches, which, unlike other cities on the French Riviera such as... Nice with its...

The monumental facade of the Prince's Palace of Monaco on the Rock, the official residence of the Grimaldi family and an essential stop on a tour of the French Riviera's châteaux. @jeanpaul 2025

Which castle on the French Riviera should you visit? Top 10 most beautiful medieval fortresses to discover

By Carine R.

Embark on an unforgettable journey along the French Riviera and explore the medieval treasures that dot a west-to-east route. In this top 10 list of the most beautiful fortresses, you'll find...

Panoramic view of the Bay of Cannes with its prestigious hotels lining the Croisette, fine sandy beaches, and yachts moored under an azure sky. @jeanpaul 2025

What type of stay in Cannes is right for you? Packages and budgets

By Carine R.

Is the sun of the French Riviera calling you? Is the Croisette beckoning? But one question is on everyone's lips: "How much does Cannes cost?" That's all...

Panoramic view of the French garden at the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, with its pools, fountains, and the villa's pink facade bathed in sunlight. @jeanpaul 2025

French Riviera Garden Route: a one-week itinerary to discover the floral wonders of the Riviera

By Carine R.

Looking for a breathtaking way to discover the French Riviera? How about immersing yourself in a lush, natural world with a unique stay on the French Riviera? The French Riviera...

Promenade des Anglais Nice illuminated at night with decorated palm trees and festive Christmas lights, reflecting the local Christmas tradition.

The magic of Provençal Christmas traditions: top 5 customs and traditions to know

By Carine R.

Winter on the French Riviera is far from dull: it's a magical time when Provençal traditions, the lights of Nice, and the splendor of the New Year come together.