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Nicole Ruskell

Where to go skiing in the French Riviera

Bright white summits, blue skies, and warm sun make the Alpes-Maritimes a favourite ski destination.

Nicole Ruskell

Citrus, flowers and floats: 2023 French Riviera winter festivals

From Carnival in Nice to the lemon festival in Menton, vibrant festivals abound in winter, celebrating mimosas, violets, lemons and more!

Nicole Ruskell

The best Bûche de Noël? Maison LAC in Nice!

No French table is complete on Christmas without a Bûche, or Yule log. Get yours from one of the best chocolatiers in Nice!

Nicole Ruskell

Where to celebrate the holidays in the French Riviera

So many Christmas markets, villages, ice skating and holiday concerts... Here is a selection of the largest family festivities in the CDA.

Nicole Ruskell

Bellet open days: Wine-tasting weekend in Nice

France's smallest AOP region is located in the hills above Nice and this November, the wineries open for a weekend of wine-tasting!

Nicole Ruskell

Skål International: Uniting tourism professionals as friends

The Côte d'Azur chapter of this global organisation is one of the fastest growing thanks to its friendly atmosphere and networking parties.

Nicole Ruskell

L'Art de la Fête: Discover local artists and cuisine in Nice

L'Art de la Fête, a unique, unifying and multi-sensory event at the iconic Château de Crémat showcases the best of local producers.

Nicole Ruskell

Le Negresco opens private beach club & restaurant

There's new 5-star address on the Promenade des Anglais! Le Negresco Hotel opened its own private beach & restaurant.

Chloé Braithwaite

The Nice Jazz Festival is back for soothing summertime croons

The Nice Jazz Festival has arrived! This iconic event is one of the oldest and most important festivals of Nice’s history.

Chloé Braithwaite

Hotel Univers in Nice reopens with a new look and 4 stars

The super central historic hotel in Nice has been completely revamped and now offers a fun, contemporary stay off Place Masséna.

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