French Riviera (10)
01.05.2012
Provence & Côte d'Azur: A “great year” ahead for the airport, the region and passengers
Around two million passengers are expected to jet off to various national and international destinations from Nice Côte d'Azur airport this summer, as new low cost flights create more affordable and easier access to the globe.
Read more … New flight schedules
16.04.2012
Provence & Côte d’Azur: Brad and Angelina get engaged!
Following their shock engagement on the weekend, Hollywood’s hottest couple, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, have hinted at plans to tie the knot at their exclusive country estate in the sleepy village of Correns in the south of France. Read more … Brad and Angelina to marry on the French Riviera?
05.04.2012
Provence & Côte d’Azur: Here's a rundown of Easter activities in the region
It is the Easter long weekend, and there are a host of events throughout the region to keep the whole family entertained. From chocolate egg hunts to traditional Easter church services, here's a rundown of what's planned ....
Read more … What’s on this Easter weekend?
02.04.2012
Provence & Côte d'Azur:16 flights already cancelled today to and from Nice Cote D'Azur airport.
A number of flights have had to be cancelled from Nice Côte d'Azur airport as air traffic controllers go on strike today.Read more … Flights cancelled at Nice airport
01.03.2012
Luxury Feature: A selection of the finest things money can buy
For those who have everything, the Riviera Times has put together a luxury feature showcasing a selection of the finest things money can buy... From the world's most expensive shoes to the next generation sports car, money is no object in the luxury world. Read more … Luxury Feature
29.02.2012
Provence & Côte d'Azur: 40m for fashion icon's villa
The French Riviera holiday home of Coco Chanel is up for sale. The property, which spans 3.5 hectares in Cap Martin, is on the market for around 40 million euros.
Read more … Coco Chanel Riviera villa for sale
29.02.2012
Provence & Côte d'Azur: Tribute to iconic actress at the 2012 awards
Marilyn Monroe is the face of this year’s Cannes Film Festival, which is celebrating its 65th birthday. The event poster, unveiled last night, shows Marilyn seductively blowing out a candle on a birthday cake. Read more … Marilyn Monroe tribute at Cannes Film Festival
26.02.2012
Advertorial: Carfax services include “real life” French courses for adults
Whether it's private tutoring to pass A-levels, or some much-need training in French, Carfax offers a wide range of academic services to pupils, teachers, and parents. Private tutoring is available to students studying for exams or for those who feel they can benefit from one-to-one support. Specially adapted language courses are also included in the tutoring schedule.Read more … Tutoring for all
23.02.2012
Provence & Côte d’Azur: “I’m ready to go all the way so that justice is achieved”
Gabriel Iacono has begun a major hunger strike today in Grasse calling for “the immediate and final freedom” of his grandfather, who he claims was falsely accused by his own words and who is "totally innocent". The stage-off follows a decision by Grasse prosecutors last week to appeal the decision to set the former Mayor of Vence free. Read more … Gabriel Iacono stages hunger strike
10.02.2012
Provence & Côte d'Azur: Music legend to perform on the Côte
Elton John will be performing at Nice’s Nikaïa concert hall this summer. He’s one of three A-list performers to hit our shore this year.Read more … Elton John concert in Nice
