Les Monégasques

Will Princess Charlene live in the shadows?

of Grace Kelly?
or will she strike out on her own, and start developing her own “brand”, sort of speak?

Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco reported $58 million wedding was staged as to “rival” Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III, but history will note the asterisk that remained on their marriage, as Charlene almost became a run away bride, and rumors
of more paternity tests in the works for Prince Albert.
Yes, Princess Charlene projects a serene personality which sometimes can be mistaken as being slightly austere, but pensive.  Which is good, because it is most likely who she is, and why should anyone want her to change that?
As for Grace Kelly, well, Princess Grace remains in our memory as majestic and ultra chic.
In modern times, her sense of style and savoir fair is often replicated, but alas, never duplicated.

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The Beaches of the French Riviera

With over 560 miles consistent of both sand and shingle beaches, the French Riviera is the playground of the well-traveled who are seeking what is perhaps not so often seen in modern times – extraordinary privacy, luxury, and sheer exhibitionism.  Once you arrive at the Nice Cote d’Azur or Mandelieu airports, the A-8 auto route is merely a short gap between the plane and your favorite hotel or resort destination.   


Antibes

Obviously the summer months are the ideal time to visit, but don’t be put off by visiting this earthly paradise all-year long because it is blessed with mild winters and an average of 300 days of sunshine.   Here are several events to keep in mind while visiting the Riviera.

  • January:  Monaco and southeast France; Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo
  • January / February:  Monaco; International Circus Festival of Monte-Carlo
  •  February:  Nice; Carnival
  • February:  Menton; Lemon Festival
  • March:  Tourrettes-sur-Loup; Violet Festival
  • May:  Monaco; Formula One Grand Prix race
  • May:  Grasse; Rose Festival
  • May:  Cannes; Cannes Film Festival and Cannes Film Market
  • July:  Nice; Jazz Festival
  • Late July:  Juan-les-Pins; Jazz à Juan
  • August:  Grasse; Jasmine Festival
Visit The French Riviera Tourism Office, and they’ll help you plan the perfect trip to the South of France.

Cap Ferrat
 Eze
 Ile St. Margueritte, overlooking Cannes
Monaco
 Cote d’Azur
 Nice
St. Tropez
Cote d’Azur, also known as the French Riviera
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