Grasse is of course known for its perfume factories that create the scents for some of France’s finest labels. But you don’t have to shell out for a bottle of perfume anymore! The town has launched “scent siestas” that allow you to stretch out on a lounge chair while a … Continue reading →
Scrunched up against neighbouring Cannes, Le Cannet seems swallowed up by its glamorous sister. Now there’s a good reason for visitors to tear themselves away from La Croisette and head uphill to Le Cannet. The very first museum devoted to the painter, Pierre Bonnard (1867–1947) has now opened its doors … Continue reading →
Nice Port was lively, to say the least, on this Saturday night in August. The row of restaurants along the Quai des Deux Emmanuel had lined up their tables outside and made sure that a wall of sound surrounded their customers. At a certain point we realized that we were … Continue reading →