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Holidays On The French Riviera


There are two sides to the French Riviera.



The first is the international glamour spot and celebrity hangout - a world of luxury yachts, exclusive french beaches and expensive shopping; the playground of the rich and glamorous.

St Tropez, made famous by Brigitte Bardot, attracts millions of visitors every year.


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The Riviera


Exciting as it can be, unfortunately many of the beaches around here, once tranquil and low-key, are far from it - noisy, crowded, overpriced, even tacky.


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St Tropez Marina


But fear not! The French Riviera does still have unspoilt, pristine stretches of coastline, quiet beaches and charming quaint towns. You just have to know where to find them!


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French Beaches


So this part of France is definitely a wonderful destination for a relaxing, sun-filled holiday.



spectacular coastline....


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Cassis


...charming medieval villages...


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Roquebrune-Cap-Martin


...and lively beach towns and cities to explore.



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Old Town In Nice



Vacation Ideas, Places To Visit and Where To Stay




antibes-france Antibes

Bustling markets, music festivals and museums make Antibes a fun and lively place to visit; or venture off the beaten path and explore charming and unspoilt Haut-de-Cagnes.






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The winding lanes, art galleries and amazing views from this hilltop village are not to be missed. Tips on when to visit to avoid the tourist rush, plus where to find some of the less 'discovered' villages in the area.






French Riviera Beaches

Where to find the best and most beautiful french beaches....insider secrets revealed!






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Head west of Toulon and you'll find the 'other' side of the riviera. The Calanques are simply stunning.






Where To Stay

Places of real charm and character that will make your holiday extra special.






St Tropez Hotels

Some lovely places to stay in St Tropez - ranging from luxury hotels to cozy guesthouses.












Côte d'Azur:
~ At A Glance ~

Main cities: Cannes, Nice, Saint-Tropez, Antibes




Flights

Good connections to Nice and Marseille.



Train from Paris
Nice (TGV) - 6hrs

More about train travel in France



Driving
Paris to Nice - 8-10 hours

More about driving in France















Riviera Map












Beaches In France












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