Nice no longer needs an introduction; it is known worldwide for its beaches, sunshine, blue sky, palm trees, and, of course, its carnival. Every year in February, Nice hosts its most anticipated winter event: the Carnival! For just over two weeks, the city comes alive with confetti and marching bands. The Nice Carnival: A Centuries-Old […]
Côte d’Azur’s beaches are famous the world over. They’re certainly plentiful, and every summer they’re thronged by tourists looking to enjoy the sun and the Mediterranean Sea! But the beach isn’t just for tourists. We locals can’t wait for spring to arrive each year so we can go for a dip in the big blue. […]
Nice is world-famous for its Bay of Angels, colourful facades, old town, sunshine, palm trees and pebble beaches. But to visit Nice without sampling the cuisine is to miss out on a key part of the city’s identity. In fact, since 2019, Nice’s cuisine has been listed as intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO. Although it […]
For me, Old Nice is emblematic both of the city and southern France as a whole. Its architecture, its ambiance, its cool shady alleys in the midst of summer, the colourful stalls at the Cours Saleya markets, and a host of other things just waiting to be discovered. A walking tour through Old Nice One […]