Nice holidays

The French Riviera has a special place in my heart because my parents started taking me there when I was a toddler. It’s an incredibly beautiful stretch of coastline with lots of pretty towns and villages to explore. If you decide to visit I’d recommend basing yourself in Nice and doing multiple day trips from there since it’s the most affordable place to stay. One day trip you should definitely include on your French Riviera itinerary is a visit to the tiny principality of Monaco, which...

It’s time to celebrate when it’s June! Summer is here and a ‘staycation’, a trip to the Mediterranean or a city break means great weather, without the rush of August crowds. Best of all, you’ll miss the scorching heat of July, while being able to take advantage of fantastic deals across the globe. Pack your sunscreen, flip flops and favourite summer read – ready to hit the beach!Beach HolidaysJune brings some of the best weather conditions to Europe, however many popular resorts are...

On our recent trip to the south of France there was one place I knew I wanted to return to; Port Grimaud. I’d visited about 14 years previously with my parents and brother as part of a cruise and we all had fond memories of this cute little town. If I told you Port Grimaud is often nicknamed ‘Little Venice’, you’d quickly understand upon seeing the small town. It’s built around a series of canals flanked by adorable, colourful houses. Port Grimaud was created in the 1960s on...

Some of the best spots in Europe to visit during the summer can be found along the Mediterranean. And Nice, France is one of them. Of course, while Nice is world renowned for its beautiful coast, the city has things to offer throughout the year, from Christmas markets to Carnival celebrations. Below, you’ll find a list of ten things to do while visiting Nice, France.Walk Along the PromWalk the Promenade des Anglais, named for the early English tourists who came to Nice. The promenade...