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An ancient Greek trade platform, Antibes has become one of the most attractive places to visit on the Côte d'Azur with all the things you could hope for: a charming old town with its traditional market, beautiful sandy beaches, a bustling marina, a great selection of restaurants and even some interesting museums. Beautiful Antibes has already stolen the heart of many artists such as Picasso.

Protected from the wind, the seaside resort of Beaulieu-sur-Mer is a charming hideaway graced with lush vegetation including magnolia and palm trees as well as orange, lemon and banana trees. With its beautiful Belle Époque architecture and striking mountain views, Beaulieu-sur-Mer is one of the most charming towns of the south of France.

The glamorous city of Cannes is the beating heart of the coastline with its turquoise waters, glittering shops, trendy restaurants and vibrant nightlife. For a more authentic experience, take a stroll in the lively winding alleys of the old town of Le Suquet and take in panoramic views on the bay of Cannes, the Esterel and the surrounding mountains.

A few meters away from Monaco, Cap d’Ail enjoys a privileged situation between the Mediterranean and the mountains. The coastal path is one of the most popular of the south of France and the wild natural coves are among the most beautiful with turquoise waters.

Perched on cliffs high above the sea, the fortified village of Eze is definitely worth a visit. The beautiful buildings and charming narrow alleys as well as the panorama over the sea set the perfect stage for a Mediterranean postcard.

The Iles de Lerins are two small islands which lie in the bay of Cannes. The larger one, Sainte-Marguerite, has an excellent restaurant called La Guérite and boasts the famous cell where the man in the iron mask was held prisoner in the 17th century. On Saint-Honorat, you can visit a Cistercian abbey where the monks produce local red and white wines.

Juan les Pins is a mythical French seaside resort and, just for the anecdote, it is also the place where water skiing was invented in 1930. Over the years, the city has attracted many American tourists as evidenced by the many Art Deco style villas. Every year, in July, the city hosts an internationally renowned jazz festival.

The world’s second tiniest country is also the world’s premiere yachting destination where charterers can enjoy the finest things in life with Michelin-starred restaurants, one of the best shopping and legendary points of interests such as the Belle Époque Casino or the Prince’s Palace perched on its rock overlooking the sea.

Nice is a fairly large town but it retains some of its old Provencal charm with plenty of restaurants, bars and bustling markets. The city has some great museums which will allow you to explore the historic art scene of the south of France with renowned artists such as Renoir, Picasso or Matisse. The oldtown is a maze of tiny charming streets full of eateries, art galleries and shops.

The island of Porquerolles is the largest of the four islands of Hyères. Porquerolles is a Mediterranean paradise where the nature is abundant, the setting is relaxing, the sea is warm and the beaches are beautiful. In the evening, you will appreciate the tranquillity of the island. You can rent bikes to explore the land. Do not miss the Port Cros protected natural park, one of the best places for snorkelling.

The stunning peninsula of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is home to some of the most beautiful villas of the south of France and a lovely bustling port with great restaurants and shops. A coastal stone path allows people to walk around the entire peninsula and offers some breathtaking views.

The old fishing village of St Tropez turned into the summertime playground of the international jetset in the 1950s and has remained the same ever since. Walk along the port, take a stroll through the charming streets of the old town, play petanque with locals on the Place des Lices and sip Pastis at the Brasserie des Arts. The nightlife there is the most animated of the coast.

A picturesque seaside town nestled between Nice and Monaco, Villefranche-sur-mer has lovely cobblestone streets with red-tiled roofs and vaulted passages. The crystal-clear waters of the bay are great for swimming. Another great entertainment is watching the fishermen operations in the morning.