Want Luxury and Adventure? The French Riviera is Waiting!

Salut, readers! If you’re looking for beauty, love and artistic passion, look no further than The French Riviera. From art museums and lavender fields to sandy white beaches, you can get your bikini and Picasso on as early as this week! All you need is to get in touch with JoyTravel.com and book yourself a well-earned escape into luxury – French Riviera style!

Towns and Sites You Won’t Want to Miss!

1. Nice:
Located between Mercantour National Park and the Mediterranean Ocean, you’ll find a wide variety of restaurants, bars and cafes here.  Shoppers will adore Old Town with its winding roads and boutique stores, while sunbathers can spend the day at Coco Beach.
Don’t enjoy lounging on sand when you can be moving and grooving? No worries. You can also snorkel, swim or dive from rocks into azure blue water. Top it off afterwards by sampling a variety of Nice wines located throughout the friendly and dynamic city. (Just don’t drink and dive!)

Other Sites to See in Nice include:
Castle Hill: Bike or walk along this energy charged promenade. You can find a bite to eat, check out street entertainers or simply grab a cup of coffee at a local café and people watch to your heart’s content.
Museum of Marc Chagall: Goodbye water colors and formal family portraits, hello modern art! Marc Chagall changed the history of painting with his explosive use of colors and whimsical imagery. A visit to the Museum of Marc Chagall is like taking a swim through a box of Crayola crayons. You’ll be inspired and energized from beginning to end.
The Matisse Museum: If you think Marc Chagall was color happy, you haven’t seen the Matisse Museum. Full of some of his most famous pieces, including Les Abeilles (1955) and Fleurs et Fruits (1952- 1953), this museum highlights some of this artist’s most famous work – much of it from his 37 years spent living in Nice.

2. Antibes:
This seaside town has more than just fancy boats and water. After floating down this Mediterranean seaside village and checking out the yachts, wander through narrow streets to a beautiful beach. There you’ll find gorgeous views of the coast and mountains in the background.

Other Places to visit in Antibes includes:
Château Grimaldi: This magnificent estate was named after the Grimaldi family who were rulers in the town from the 1380’s to 1608. Its rooms are a testament to wealth and prestige and an excellent glimpse into the past.
Picasso Museum: See 23 paintings and 44 drawings of some of Picasso’s most famous work. He gave them to Nice after spending all of 1946 in a chateau. Collectors and art hounds will appreciate that these works are some of his most famous and vibrant.
Le Sentier du Littoral, Cap d’Antibes: If you were to hike anywhere in the Rivera, this is the place. With breathtaking views of crystal blue water and gorgeous snowcapped mountains in the distance, this hike has some of the prettiest scenery in the region and well worth a day trip. NOTE: Be prepared! Bring water, hiking shoes, a hat, lots of sunscreen and some bread, cheese and wine for a well-deserved refresher. (It’ll prove to be one of the most beautiful picnics you’ve ever had!)

3.Èze, France:
If you don’t mind a bit of a walk uphill, grab your hiking stick and prepare to be dazzled by this perched medieval village. It’s located in rocky cliffs high above sea level and contains well maintained stone buildings, twisting walk and alleys. It has more than a few dramatic ocean backdrops, ideal for postcard perfect picture taking.

Other sites to visit in Eze include:
Le Jardin Exotique: Perched almost 250m above sea level, the Jardin d’Eze has panoramic views of the Riviera. It also features exotic plants, sculptures and beautiful Mediterranean architecture. It’s loved by plant enthusiasts throughout the world for its rare collection of greens.

4. Grasse:
If you love lavender, look no further than the medieval village of Grasse. Known as the perfume capital of the world, take a free tour of the factory. Even more impressive will be your walk through rows and rows of bright purple lavender.

5. Peille:
Not as famous as Eze, this elevated village is more remote but less crowded. It has structures dating back to the Middle Ages. Walk through charming and narrow streets that open up into small squares. Take note of the 17th-century Palais Lascaris as well as a memorial to war that will lead you up to a glorious view of Cap d’Antibes.

6. Monaco:
It’s hard to be wealthy, but someone has to do it. Come see those “someone’s” in the beautiful and ostentatious country of Monaco. This country  has the stunning credentials of being bordered by France on all 3 sides. Check out the yachts in the harbor and, while you’re at it, venture over to the Prince’s Palace and Fort Antoine. Of course, while you’re there, don’t forget to visit the Monaco Casino. Roll the dice and have the time of your life!

7. Menton
If you want a beautiful beach town with 50% less crowds, Menton is the place for you. It’s a gorgeous coastal village with a slower pace, full of old world charm. It offers three hundred days of sunshine each year, gorgeous gardens and amazing food. February boasts a Lemon Festival – a throwback to a time when the town consisted primarily on its citrus. Come see floating lemon boats and enjoy yellow fruited foods galore!

8. Cote De Azur:
This is one of the larger cities in the region of Nice and boasts more than a few attractions. You could spend your entire trip in this area, (But don’t! You’d miss too much!) Here are few attractions to choose from:
Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild: Similar to the Getty in Los Angeles, this enormous villa is now home to gardens, artwork, sculpture and education. It’s worth at least a half day trip to take in the magnificence.

9. Cannes:
Come see the site of where the rich and famous play. And if you are feeling very bold, come during the famous Film Festival! Book early – hotels can be hard to come by if you wait too long!

What are You Waiting For?

France doesn’t have to wait! Let JoyTravel.com help you book your trip now and see all that the French Riviera has in store!