Parc Forestier de la Valmasque is a 427 acre forest situated just off Antibes, towards Sophia Antipolis. It is a very popular hiking and biking ground with an array of marked trails.

Top Cycle, located near Carrefour shopping centre (1630 Chemin des Combes), is the largest bike shop in the area. Owner and pro mountain bike rider Stephane speaks English. He is happy to share his local knowledge and organizes rides in the area. Choice of second- hand bikes and onsite repair services.

PADI and CMAS dive center located in Port de La Rague. Sale, rental, repair of diving equipment, tank refills, Nitrox and Aqualung centre. Manager Franco is very used to working with yachts.
Tel: +33(0) 4 93 49 74 33
[email protected]
www.rague-plongee.com

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