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A two-day itinerary around Cassis: the culture of Marseille, the landscapes of the Camargue and shopping in Aix-en-Provence
Cassis

A two-day itinerary around Cassis: the culture of Marseille, the landscapes of the Camargue and shopping in Aix-en-Provence

Cassis is one of the most beautiful destinations on the Côte d'Azur. However, the area around this Provencal village is full of little wonders to discover. For your first day on this...
Enjoy a summer evening at the Cassis night market
Cassis

Enjoy a summer evening at the Cassis night market

What better way to spend a summer's evening than strolling through the Cassis summer market, on a warm evening, right by the water. Every evening from July to August, the night market...
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Top 8 of the most beautiful accommodations with a sea view in Cassis

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The Avignon Festival, the cultural event of the summer in Provence

A real cultural attraction, the Avignon Festival attracts millions of visitors every year. The stone walls disappear under the posters and leaflets that flood the streets. Numerous...
Top 10 accommodation options in Avignon
Avignon

Top 10 accommodation options in Avignon

Known the world over for its cultural heritage, Avignon is a magnet for visitors from far and wide. Its historic centre, a testament to times gone by, has preserved its former beauty,...
Weekend in Avignon: 2-day itinerary
Avignon

Weekend in Avignon: 2-day itinerary

A fortress city in the Vaucluse department, Avignon was the residence of the pontiffs for 70 years and was the meeting place of Christianity. So you might as well expect a breathtaking...
10 charming hotels in Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence

10 charming hotels in Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence attracts tourists from all over the world who come to discover its impressive heritage and the Provencal countryside that surrounds it. The city has therefore built...
Aix-en-Provence in the footsteps of Paul Cézanne
Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence in the footsteps of Paul Cézanne

"When you're born there, it's all over, you can't remember anything" is how Paul Cézanne described Aix-en-Provence and the surrounding countryside, which he explored as a teenager....
A weekend in Aix, Provence as we like it
Aix-en-Provence

A weekend in Aix, Provence as we like it

Feel like you're in dire need of a bit of sunshine and relaxation? We've got the solution! Head to Aix-en-Provence, a jewel in the crown of southern France, where the sun never fails...
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Our 5 favourite spots on the Côte Bleue: paradise between Marseille and Martigues

When you think of Marseille's calanques, you usually think of the Parc national des Calanques between Marseille and Cassis. But few visitors are familiar with the other side of Marseille's...
The 10 most legendary hotels in Marseille
Marseille

The 10 most legendary hotels in Marseille

Historic monuments, churches or simply residential buildings are all buildings that shape the landscape of a town. But the same is true of hotels: from the family-run institution that...
3 days in Marseille, from city to nature off the beaten track
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3 days in Marseille, from city to nature off the beaten track

Long ignored or even feared, Marseille is slowly regaining popularity in the hearts of the French. The sunny city is becoming increasingly popular thanks to its diversity, warmth and...
Discover beautiful Nice along the French Riviera
Nice

Discover beautiful Nice along the French Riviera

On the Mediterranean coast, and probably the most important place on the French Riviera, just a few kilometers away from the Italian border, Nice is an amazing city full of architectural...
Jean Cocteau's legendary dreamhouse is reopening to the public this Autumn and you simply can't miss it.
Nice

Jean Cocteau's legendary dreamhouse is reopening to the public this Autumn and you simply can't miss it.

Nestled along the hilly coastline of Cap Ferrat lies a dazzling mid-20th century artistic and architectural gem. Facing the warm cerulean embrace of the Mediterranean, this hub of...
Less than 30 minutes from Nice: this Côte d'Azur village is one of the most beautiful perched villages in France.
Nice

Less than 30 minutes from Nice: this Côte d'Azur village is one of the most beautiful perched villages in France.

Nice and Cannes are undoubtedly the most popular tourist destinations on the Côte d'Azur. But there's more to the destination than just these 2 coastal towns. On the contrary, there...
Attention locals and tourists alike: this legendary hotel is preparing a major surprise for December.
Nice

Attention locals and tourists alike: this legendary hotel is preparing a major surprise for December.

For over a century, Le Negresco has embodied French elegance and refinement on the Côte d'Azur. This December, the hotel is preparing to brighten up the festive season even more by...
Top 7 accommodations in the centre of Cannes for less than €95 a night
Cannes

Top 7 accommodations in the centre of Cannes for less than €95 a night

Cannes is notoriously expensive. Between the luxury hotels, the casinos and the Palais des Festivals, it's hard to find affordable, good-quality accommodation. If you'd prefer to treat...
Discover the world of casinos at the prestigious Barrière establishment in Cannes
Cannes

Discover the world of casinos at the prestigious Barrière establishment in Cannes

Cannes is a city of luxury and modernity. Every year, it attracts fortunes from all over the world to its bars, restaurants, nightclubs and casinos. The city is renowned for its many...
A 3-day weekend around Cannes, with wine estates, museums and visits to Provencal towns on the programme!
Cannes

A 3-day weekend around Cannes, with wine estates, museums and visits to Provencal towns on the programme!

As well as its perfume and delicious Mediterranean cuisine, the south of France is famous for its wines. From Spain to Italy, the coasts abound with wine estates and plots of land...
15 minutes from Cannes, a trip to the wild islands of the Côte d'Azur
Cannes

15 minutes from Cannes, a trip to the wild islands of the Côte d'Azur

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