Why February is a Great Time to Visit the French Riviera
The French Riviera, also known as the Côte d’Azur, is a popular destination year-round...
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Tag: Winter
Mimosa Season on the Côte d’Azur
Driving around the French Riviera from late January to March you’ll see a riot of yellow...
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February Carnival and Fêtes on the Côte d’Azur
The month of February is all about carnival and fêtes on the Côte d’Azur. The mild weather,...
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Snow on the Côte d’Azur
We’ve had snow on the Côte d’Azur this week. It’s such a rare occurrence that I...
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Sunday Photo – Wintry Côte d’Azur
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Battling With Flowers And The Meaning of Carnival in Nice
Nice Carnival is over for another year. The biggest winter event on the French Riviera,...
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Vin Chaud – a Festive Winter Drink
There’s nothing more seasonal than vin chaud, a festive winter drink. This delicious hot...
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Lyon’s Fête des Lumières – France’s Biggest Winter Festival
Lyon has just celebrated its Fête des Lumières – France’s biggest winter festival...
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Christmas Traditions in Provence – Santons
Santons, derived from the Provençal word santoun meaning little saint, are small painted clay...
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Nice Carnival 2014 – a Photo Essay
We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day to go to Nice Carnival 2014. Under the bluest of...
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Pancake Day – la Chandeleur – Another French Feast!
The 2nd of February is Pancake Day in France, called la Chandeleur. It marks the end of the...
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Skiing With a Sea View, Another Riviera Secret
Skiing on the French Riviera? Well not quite, but very nearly. Skiing with a sea view? Yes! It’s...
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