For the last 12 summers, pedestrians in Cagnes-sur-Mer have been allowed to take over the promenade along the sea for a few evenings free of cars during the «Nocturnes Piétonnes du Bord de Mer» to enjoy a wonderful carnival atmosphere with street animations and fireworks.This year is no exception with the «Promenade en ... READ MORE

The Salle des Etoiles in Monaco's Place du Casino hosts the prestigious 62nd Red Cross Gala on Friday 30th July, presided over by His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco. This annual 'do' brings together a group of international philanthropists and jet-setters for an evening of gastronomy, dancing and ... READ MORE

Shopping in Nice, you can easily become fixated with Jean Medecin. It's a wonderful boulevard for one-stop shopping. But it does get claustrophobic, especially around Christmas, and your shopping experience can be ruined by jostling, perspiration, and the sweet smells of 'McDo'.So if you need time to recover take a ... READ MORE

Buddy Guy was the undisputed star of the Nice Jazz Festival blues night last week. His performance was absolutely electrifying. And to be the best on this night he had to be really good because the delighted crowd had already enjoyed top quality sets from Imelda May and Jimmie Vaughan. Sadly James Hunter had to cancel ... READ MORE


Irish born Julia Edgely moved to the
 South of France six years ago after finishing her studies in London. As well 
as her full-time job as a homeopath, she is also involved in organising events to raise money and
 awareness of small local charities.
Where were you ... READ MORE

Summer Nights at the Hippodrome in Cagnes-sur-Mer. Has a good ring to it, doesn't it? So why not consider a night-out at the races with friends in a fantastic setting? Ever since 1952 the Hippodrome has been catering to the needs of the followers of the Sport of Kings on the Côte d'Azur and now you too can feel like ... READ MORE

The Arlette Gruss Circus has come to town! Well to my village, as part of a 23 town tour this year. I haven't missed one for at least ten years and I'm a grown woman! The circus is a complete family affair with all the glitziness of a West End Show, boasting an excellent eleven piece band that accompany a spectacular ... READ MORE

What was known to be the exclusive property of strip clubs and cheap bars has now become accepted as a beautifully progressive form of exercise, consisting of moves for the absolute beginner and more demanding poses that challenge even the most experienced dancers. It could even be on it's way to being recognized as a ... READ MORE

The hot Côte d'Azur sun beating down so what better way to stay cool this summer than donning some stylish headwear. 'But', you ask 'a fashionista such as I, what hat should I be wearing?'. Well, there's only one answer - the Panama: chic, versatile and without a doubt this summer's must have accessory, spotted on ... READ MORE

The 2010 edition of the Nice Jazz festival came to a glorious end on Saturday with a brilliant, multilingual and sophisticated performance from Oregon-based band Pink Martini. The "little orchestra" has been a festival regular but it is still pretty difficult to describe their music, which draws its influences from a ... READ MORE

Imagine something as practical as a bike, keeps you fit, is environmentally friendly and is FUN! Trikke is the perfect 'go anywhere' form of transportation from port to town, to get from office to yacht in the shipyard or just to run errands quickly and conveniently. Propelled using a long lasting lithium battery you ... READ MORE

Absolutely fabulous shopping applications are here, shop 'til you drop from your iPhone with the arrival of eBay's new free Fashion App! A new non exhaustive shopping experience that takes away the pain and frustration from chaotic change rooms and endless checkout lines! The choice is captivating, allowing you to ... READ MORE

You know that Gaga catchy summertime tune that we all took with us to the pool and the park? If you view the video, you might be all kinds of confounded. These thoughts could very well pop into your head: Is this a tribute to Madonna? Is that latex? The Catholic Church's repression of the gay community? Gosh, there ... READ MORE

The first ever Tahitian Week will be taking place in Nice from Wednesday 4th - Sunday 8th August and promises to bring a taste of French Polynesia to the Côte d'Azur. The event serves to strenghten and celebrate the links and friendship between Nice and Papeete, the capital of Tahiti. Expect a delegation of over one ... READ MORE