Beaches
Have a grand time on your next family vacation by travelling to sunny St. Tropez. The beaches are as warm as the locals. The food is always fresh and there are many great new restaurants that have sprung up in the area.
This tourist haven boasts of many relaxing activities, as well as activities for the more adventurous. Accommodations are not a problem, as there are many options to choose from in St. Tropez realty. For more details, contact your travel agent today!
The French Rivera is a well-known resort destination of the rich and famous. Currently many Hollywood stars are looking for Saint Tropez villas for sale. Shifts in the international economy have resulted in a buyer’s market. Many of the homes on the French Riviera are now selling for less than they would in normal economic conditions. Those who are considering buying a home in St. Tropez may be wondering what else there is to do other than lie on the beach and frolic in the pale blue waters.
The French Riviera plays host to many of the most fashionable festivals and events in Europe. First off, the Cannes Film Festival takes place in May every year. In February the Carnival de Nice comes into town. The Les Nuits de Nice occurs throughout July and August, and is world recognized for the Beethoven and Mozart recitals performed at venues across the city. Lastly, the International Circus Festival of Monaco comes to town every January bring with it the finest of circus arts, including clowns, human cannonballs and acrobats.
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Last Updated: 11:29AM BST 17/07/2008
In the first of a new series, Paul Wade chooses his three favourite beaches in the South of France.
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‘Painted ships float on peacock-green and blue water’ at Plage de Notre-Dame in Porquerolles
Why go?
On the north-east coast of Porquerolles, the Plage de Notre-Dame is straight out of an old Bounty bar advertisement. A crescent of sand outlines the bay, where painted ships float on peacock-green and blue water. One of the Iles d’Or, Porquerolles lies just off Hyères. The island is the French Riviera the way it should be: eucalyptus and pine trees perfuming the air, sandy paths to beaches, mountain bikes rather than cars, and outdoor restaurants serving locally caught fish. Most of the island is conserved as a national park; smoking is banned outside town.
Who goes?
Greta Garbo-types who “want to be alone”.
What is there to do?
Swimming, snorkelling and goggling at the view. Take your time over a picnic, with a bottle of the island-grown organic rosé from Sébastien Le Ber’s Domaine de l’Ile.
Saint-Tropez
Published today, Friday, July 4, 2008 Picture : Xavier Giraud ; Nice Matin
Pampelonne, the winegrowers revealed yesterday the secrets of their nectar.
“Rosés” wines of Provence celebrated at the Club 55
The « Rosé » was the King, yesterday at the Club 55. Welcomed by Patrice de Colmont, The Peninsula domains launched a seductive enterprise. That was a nice way to start the summer.At the Pampelonne beach, it is in the superb Club 55 place that was organized yesterday the three Var A.O.C wine degustation.From the Bandol « Côtes de Provence », or the « Coteaux Varois », this tasting took place with relaxed people not worried of the menacing weather. The few drops of rain did not stopped the young winegrowers to promote their wine. Fréjus, La Londe, Pierrefeu, Sainte Victoire or the Bay of Saint Tropez, the various domains being tasted belonged to about ten local wine domains.The target of those young winegrowers: “To give the best of our expertise”.
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