Cinema located in the old town and showing some movies in original version.
Tel: +33(0)4 42 71 99 91
Part of Balagne region, Calvi is surrounded by gorgeous medieval villages such as:
Sant’Antonino : Perched on a granite hilltop, it is the oldest inhabited village on Corsica. The views of the country side and coast are spectacular. Make sure to stop at Clos Antonini, at the entrance of the village, for a delicious fresh lemon or grape juice. They also sell the own wine production, jams and almonds.
(Cell: +33(0)6 09 58 94 01)
Cassis
Charming little fishing village- one of the prettiest on the Coast- located only a few minutes’ drive from La Ciotat, toward Marseille. Wide choice of good restaurants lined up on the waterfront, as well as nice shops. Cassis is overseen by France’s highest coastal cliffs and is famous for its extraordinary Calanques, some kind of rocky fjords with crystalline water, probing deep into the coastline. One of the prettiest is Calanque d’En-Vau, accessible by sea or by a 90 minute walk from the car park above.
The 16th century fortress dominating the Port Vauban can be visited only on guided tours in French or English. The interesting tour lasts about 30min, and the view from the fort on Antibes and the Alps on the other side is just breathtaking. The Fort is surrounded by a 4 acres park open to the public. Closed Mon.
Tel: +33(0)6 14 89 17 45
A museum housed in the magnificent medieval Château Grimaldi, in Old Antibes, where Picasso used to have his studio. Showcases painting, sculptures and drawings of contemporary style artists, including many from Picasso. Closed on Mon.
Tel: +33(0)492 905 420
www.musee-picasso.fr
Very popular casino dating from 1907. Slot machines and other traditional games available.
Tel: +33(0)4 92 98 78 00
www.lucienbarriere.com/fr/Casino/Cannes-Croisette/accueil.html
One of the most famous and trendiest casinos on the French Riviera. Full range of traditional gambling games including slot machines, along with a nice restaurant, lounge bar and private beach. Open daily noon-3am.
Tel: +33(0)497 063 690
www.lepalmbeach.com
Ideally located close to the harbour, this cinema offers some showings in English.
Tel: +33(0)4 93 39 10 00
www.allocine.fr
Every day (except Mon) le Marché Forville takes place behind the old port from 7am-1pm. It is one of the largest and most renowned market, for its choice of local produce, flowers, cheese and charcuterie counters and fish stalls. Every Mon, Forville also hosts a small antique flea market from 8am-6pm.
Michelin starred chefs Stéphane, Antoine and François Raimbault from L’Oasis in La Napoule, offer highly popular cooking and pastries classes for any level. Learn about their technique and explore the world of ‘Haute Cuisine’ through traditional and contemporary recipes. They also offer wine tasting classes.
Tel:+33(0)4 93 49 95 52
Set in a 16th century chapel facing the harbour, this museum is a vivid reminder that St Tropez was a major 'avant garde' artistic community at the beginning of the 20th century. Very attractive selection of paintings from the Pointillist, Nabist, Fauvist and Expressionists periods. Closed on Tuesdays.
Tel: +33(0)4 94 97 84 10
www.saint-tropez.fr
Visit the vineyards: the whole region is famous for its locally produced wines. Several vineyards located around gorgeous estates can be visited and offer tastings.
Château Barbeyrolles
La Tour de l’Evêque de Barbeyrolles 83580 Gassin
Beautiful property producing organic wines. Open to the public. Closed Sat-Sun off season and Sun only in season.
Tel : +33(0)4 94 56 33 58
www.toureveque.com
Newport History Tours offer guided tours. Reservations or tour information at Brick Market: Museum & Shop,
127 Thames St.
Tel: (
401) 841 8770
www.newporthistorytours.org
Marseille-Provence in the European Capital of Culture in 2013, and the whole region will host hundreds of cultural events, such as exhibitions, spectacles, concerts, parades, festivals, food tastings and more. For more info, visit the website: www.mp2013.fr. And make sure to stop at the Office du Tourisme, located at the head of the Vieux Port, 4 La Canebière, Tel: +33 826 50 05 00. You can buy the City Pass, giving free entry to 15 museums, access to subway, bus and tramway network, boat trip to Frioul Islands and more.
37 Rue Vincent Scotto, 13001 Marseille
Located a few blocks up the Head of the Vieux Port. Some recent movies are shown in their original language.
Tél : 08 92 68 05 97
www.cinemetroart.com
Marseille is a wonderful city with multiple facets. Just minutes away from the vibrant activity of the centre are picturesque little harbours and coves, so quiet and unspoiled that it is difficult to believe that you are still in Marseille!
Marijke Beranger is a licensed nutritionist and the owner of the Country Life restaurant. She offers fantastic and affordable vegetarian/vegan cooking classes and nutrition coaching. Fluent in English. Cell: +33(0)6 83 12 37 37
Aix en Provence
Elegant town, dating from the Roman times located 30 minutes’ drive from Marseille. Nicknamed the city of a thousand fountains, it used to be the capitol of Provence. Renowned for its distinguished and aristocratic charm, its 17th century mansions, numerous museums and historic monuments. A very popular music festival is held here every July. Aix also has a choice of nice restaurants, stores and 2 cinemas showing films in original version.
Cinema Renoir
Worldwide renowned museum nestled in a gorgeous building and dedicated to all marine sciences. Inaugurated in 1910 by marine research enthusiast Prince Albert I of Monaco, and managed for many years by Commandant Cousteau. It also houses an impressive aquarium, with a live coral reef. Its mission is to help protecting the oceans through public education. Open daily.
Tel: (+377)93 15 36 00
www.oceano.org
Exceptional display of almost 100 vintage cars of all ages and provenance, plus several horse drawn carriages coming from HSH Prince Rainier III of Monaco’s private collection. Open daily.
Tel: +(377)92 05 28 56
Legendary casino, dating from 1866, and one of the most dazzling examples of 19th century grandeur, with a marble paved entrance and gilt-edged rococo ceiling. A ‘must see’, even for non gamblers. Open daily from 2pm until late.
Tel: +(377)98 06 21 21
www.casinomontecarlo.com
Monaco Open Air Cinema d’Été
Parking du Chemin des Pecheurs 98000 Monaco
One of the biggest open air cinema screens in Europe located in old Monaco, on the roof terrace of the parking des pecheurs. Films shown in original language in the summer. Movies start daily at 9:15pm. Program is online.
Tel: +(377)93 25 86 80
Located every day on Place d’Arme, close to the Port Hercule, from 6am to 2pm. Choice of fresh local produces, fish, meat, cheese etc…
Henri Matisse, who lived many years in Nice, donated some of his paintings to the city, today gathered in a beautiful 17th century Italian villa. The collection gives a good overview of Matisse’s work and reveals some of Matisse’s daily life items, as well as a series of black and white pictures of the artist. Closed Tuesdays.
Tel: +33(0)4 93 81 08 08
www.musee-matisse-nice.org
Located 10 min walk north east from the harbour. All movies are in original version.
Tel: +33(0)4 93 55 37 81