Located on the island of Île St-Honorat. One of the two islands making up Lérins - are Île…read moreSte-Marguerite and Île St-Honorat. 20-minute boat ride of Cannes. Imes de Lérins is the smaller of the two and we have been told less touristy. An oases of peace and tranquillity, a world away from the hustle and bustle of the Riviera. Pack a picnic or enjoy food and wine from a cafe, the only one on the island. Hike through beautiful paths that lead to a historic castle, an Abbey, church, cafe and gift shop. The scenery is breathtaking. The flowers, wildlife and water views are spectacular. No flushing toilets, an open pit in the bathroom awaits those I need. Just remember to lean or you will wet your shoes.

From the owner: Le vin sacré Débutée vers 1073, la construction du monastère fortifié de l'Ile Saint-Honorat, qui…read morefait partie de l'archipel des Iles de Lérins, durera plusieurs siècles. Tours de refuges, cloîtres superposés, caves de réserves de nourritures sont autant d'éléments ajoutés au fil du temps. Aujourd'hui, le lieu est habité par une communauté de moines cisterciens en charge d'une exploitation vinicole depuis les années 90.

From the owner: Réceptions luxueuses Inaugurée en 1936, cette villa fut léguée par le célèbre peintre Jean-Gabriel…read moreDomergue à la Ville de Cannes. S'inspirant de palais Vénitiens, la demeure, tout comme ses jardins, a été conçu par l'artiste.

Fantastic memorial and museum to Provence's role in driving Hitler out of France in August after…read morethe storming of Normandy Exhibits are in French and English Video has English subtitles Drive up is TREACHEROUS- I'd recommend the gondola instead

From the owner: Musée-mémorial La tour Beaumont fut construite en 1845 pour surveiller et défendre la rade de…read moreToulon. Puis elle fut aménagée en musée-mémorial du débarquement des alliés en août 1944. A l'intérieur de la tour plusieurs salles servent de galeries d'exposition consacrées au différentes armées qui ont participé au débarquement en Provence. On peut également du haut de la tour admirer un panorama impressionnant sur la rade varoise.

One of the two islands making up Lérins - are Île Ste-Marguerite and Île St-Honorat. 20-minute…read moreboat ride of Cannes. Imes de Lérins is the smaller of the two and we have been told less touristy. An oases of peace and tranquillity, a world away from the hustle and bustle of the Riviera. Pack a picnic or enjoy food and wine from a cafe, the only one on the island. Hike through beautiful paths that lead to a historic castle, an Abbey, church, cafe and gift shop. The scenery is breathtaking. The flowers, wildlife and water views are spectacular. No flushing toilets, an open pit in the bathroom awaits those In need. Just remember to lean or you will wet your shoes!

From the owner: Pour se rendre à l'île Sainte-Marguerite, renseignements au 04 92 98 71 30 ou 04 92 98 71 36. A…read morel'île Saint-Honorat : 04 92 98 71 38.

Charming and eye-catching stone paved square in the old town of NIce. The place received its name…read morefrom the imposing but beautiful buidling of the law Courts with its wide staircase facing the square and the sunlit waters of a fountain on its north side. The square is full of cafes with tables in the open air allowing for the Mediterranean sea breeze to tap upon the cheeks of their visitors. A small tower bell holds the banner of the city like it would have been in the old days.

Place Garibaldi is wonderful. There are dozens of lovely restaurants and shops and the middle of…read moresquare is full of trees and seating so you can spend a few hours in the sunshine and soak up the atmosphere. There is also a tram stop and bus stop here so it's very easy to get to.