Cannes

Considered the heart and soul of the Cote d’Azur since the late 19th century, Cannes is one of the world’s most glamorous destinations and a ‘must stop’ for visitors in the area. La Croisette, the renowned waterfront promenade, lined with luxurious designer shops, superb restaurants, five star Belle Époque hotels and trendy bars, is in many ways the quintessential image of the Riviera. Cannes’ shinning moment arrives every year in May, with the venue of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, attracting ‘la crème de la crème’ of the movie industry as well as a myriad of poseurs and fans. Despite its glittery image, Cannes is also a year-round lively town, with Le Suquet, its charming old district, plus a plethora of restaurants and stores fitting any budget and a long stretch of fine beaches. It is the base of many yachts and crew, who appreciate the convenience of being in an entertaining town with many excellent yacht services nearby. Cannes’ wide and sheltered bay is home of two large marinas, the Vieux Port, in the heart of the city, and Port Canto, situated further away, on the East side. A few minutes’ drive to the west side of Cannes are the peaceful little towns of Mandelieu and the port of La Napoule, both of them hosting major marinas. An ever growing Boat Show takes place every September around the Old Port.