Some people like sexy Brazilian dancers, some like sheep, and some prefer to curl up with a good book. Well you’ll all be satisfied with this weekend’s feast of fun. And so begin the key moments of the autumn – the Festival du Livre in Mouans Sartoux is one of the biggest book fairs in France. The ... READ MORE

The ‘MIP’ early birds arrived on the croisette this weekend for MIPdoc and MIP Formats. MIPTV (the 50th) starts on Monday. Let the networking begin. Once again the hunt is on for new formats with everyone looking for another ‘Voice’ or ‘Celebrity Splash’. ‘Young ... READ MORE

It’s one of the most beautiful yet understated coastlines in the world. The beach sands that span just a few kilometres between Ramatuelle (St Tropez) and Le Lavandou are attached to vineyards that make the best rosé wines in Provence today. Chateau Léoube’s estate covers 560 hectares (1380 ... READ MORE

MIPTV is 50 years Old! That’s half a century as a market place for the world's best and worst television. Everything from Hawaii Five O to Honey Boo Boo Halloween. The titles - apart from Dr Who - come and go but MIPTV in Cannes remains because the next TV fad is always on the horizon and the ... READ MORE

Gilles Jacob, President of the Cannes Film Festival for many years, is going to leave the role in 2015. He announced this at a press conference today. It's difficult to over state the influence that Jacob has had on the Festival over the years, especially in the ... READ MORE

Soccer’s transfer deadline day brings English midfielder David Beckham to Paris St Germain. Beckham, who attracted a flurry of suitors when he left LA Galaxy in December, is on his way to Paris to complete a medical and finalise terms. The 37-year-old former England captain is expected to ... READ MORE

Surviving a potentially fatal illness tends to reshape peoples’ priorities. A great example is in Antibes on May 16th where a very brave lady is volunteering to lose her hair in support of brain tumour research. We were lucky enough to meet the remarkable Jo-Ann Howell and put some questions to ... READ MORE

Le Bar sur Loup is a picturesque Riviera back-country village on the road between Vence and Grasse. It's one of those places you easily pass by - meaning it's off the main tourist track and has managed to ‘retain charm'. La Bastide Saint Christophe compliments it perfectly. Simple, stylish old world ... READ MORE

Despite external appearances to the contrary, working on board a superyacht is not ALL fun and glamour, as ex crew Alison Rentoul knows from first hand experience! Sometimes days, weeks and months of being cooped up with the same group of people can take its toll on relationships aboard and even the smallest things can ... READ MORE

Fabulous French Fragrance creator Fragonard has recently opened a boutique in Cannes. Perfumes galore and so much more with jewelry, hand painted tableware and accessories signed Fragonard! Superbly situated on the Rue d'Antibes the new boutique is very chic indeed, all their products are beautifully displayed and ... READ MORE

Her spectacular show at Nice’s Nikaia in front of 7,500 last night was a fine mix of pin-point accuracy pop, exquisite singing, and a true contact with the audience. If you can make it, don’t miss the show tonight at the same venue. It’s very rare to be able to see Gaga outside the context of a ... READ MORE

Global financial crisis? Not in Macau, China. I just got back from visiting this ex-Portuguese colony just 50 km west of Hong Kong and was blown away by the speed in which it has developed in the last five years. This place is happening and the economy is booming. “If you have a pulse you’ll find a ... READ MORE