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.

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

Cannes is a shopper’s haven! From the Croisette to rue d’Antibes, all the most prestigious brands of fashion designers, haute couture, jewellers and perfume shops are represented as well as more affordable shops suitable for any budget. Don’t miss the pedestrian Rue Meynadier, at the end of Rue d’Antibes, for inexpensive and original shops and a variety of food stores.

Largest regional mall located close to Nice Cote d’Azur airport. Over 100 shops and restaurants including an Apple store, a large Galeries Lafayette and supermarket Lafayette Gourmet (open 8:30am-9pm). Open 10am-9pm Mon-Sat.
Tel: +33(0)4 93 31 10 35
www.cap3000.com

Elegant day spa, sitting on three secluded acres, a short walk from Essex Village. Choice of over 75 treatments, including medical spa treatments. Packages available. Open 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Thu-Fri 9am-7pm. Closed on Tue.

Tel: (860) 767 7796

www.thespaofessex.com

The Connecticut River and Long Island Sound provide both protected and exposed outings, great to explore by kayak.

One of the largest and most acclaimed public golf clubs in the region. Two 18 hole courses designed by Robert Trent Jones and Gary Player. Both are PGA rated. Their Golf Academy has an excellent teaching reputation.
Tel: (860) 349 1793
www.lymangolf.com

Located less than 1.5 mile northeast from Pilot Point Marina. Over 60 brand name stores at discounted prices. Open 7/7 Sun 10 - 6pm; Mon- Sat 10 – 9pm.
Tel: (860) 399 8656
www.tangeroutlet.com

Gem of a museum showcasing a renowned collection of American Impressionist art. Stroll through the historic gardens and tour the home of Florence Griswold, an art lover and philanthropist who opened her house to this group of artists. Open Tue-Sat, 10-5pm and Sun, 1-5pm.
Tel: (860) 434 5542
www.flogris.org

Scenic twelve-mile ride along the Connecticut River in a 1920’s steam locomotive. Excursions last about one hour. The same company offers river tours on the Becky Thatcher, a 70’ Mississippi-style riverboat. Open 7/7 from May to October.
Tel: (860) 767 0103
www.essexsteamtrain.com