Winter is coming. Well, winter is here! The crowds have vanished, the heat of the summer has slipped into a mere memory and the winter coats have had their annual dust off. However, the beauty of the French Riviera doesn’t just pack its bags and leave – oh no – the summer sun has become a winter wonderland of sparkling seas, scintillating squares and exciting ice rinks.
The South Pacific has long been associated with beautiful beaches, palm trees and picturesque little huts perfect for private getaways. What’s less familiar, however, is the diversity of activities available around island nations such as Fiji for those seeking something a little different.
With so many celebrated activities, choosing our five favourites wasn’t easy. However, one thing’s for certain; whether you’re into hiking, water sports or cocktails, the Côte d’Azur never disappoints.
Firework Frenzy in Cannes
World famous, world renowned, world class. Cannes has so much to offer throughout the summer months and is a hotspot on the French Riviera that’s not to be missed. Since 1967 the skies above the Côte d’Azur have been illuminated by the Fireworks Festival which you’ll have prime position for, anchored in the Bay of Cannes.
Autumn wraps up connotations of cosy evenings around the fire, pumpkin pies and Thanksgiving feasts for most, but the French Riviera has a way of transforming the season into an unparalleled autumnal gastronomy. Truffles and foie gras are always a given, but it is the stews and the wine harvests that take centre stage at this time of the year…
When Chiva-Som opened in 1995, the word spa was still a novelty. Now, 21 years later, this exclusive, beachfront health resort in Thailand continues to draw guests searching for that little extra TLC. Having consistently appeared in the top three of the Conde Nast Traveller Reader’s Travel Awards, it is no wonder that Kate Moss, Hugh Grant and Madonna have all signed the guestbook…
