The French Riviera is a wonderful destination for a relaxing and fun vacation for each member of the family.

Set in secure and quiet locations our self catering holiday homes on Cote D'Azur are ideally suited for families with children or couples longing for something romantic in Cote D'Azur. The Mediterranean sunshine is a real joy for children and adults and the ideal setting for a fabulous range of sport and outdoor activities. You can live your passion for the sea, the mountains or the cities through adventure or relaxation. The beaches in Cote d'Azur have a worldwide fame of being the most glamorous on the earth but you will be surprised to realize that most of them are lined with rock and pebble.

Only Cannes, St. Tropez and different parts of Antibes and Frejus have fine sandy beaches. These are extremely popular and crowded during the high season but spending a day here is something you should never miss. Even if you never heard of it, you have probably seen Plage de Pampelonne in fashion magazines or movies. Located in Saint Tropez, it's a huge stretch of white sand with several private and public beaches. Everyone has his or her place here; famous beach clubs cater super-rich, nudists as well as everyday families. The 5-km sandy stretch has extensive public areas. You will find space where you can escape the crowds and appreciate natural beauty.

After a day at Pampelonne, drop into a cafe for a cool drink and watch the locals, the most colorful set of characters on the Riviera. Enjoy your long dinner and take a walk along the harbor front at night, check out the shining fleet of yachts from all over the world. If sand is what you need the most, then head to Cannes, but be prepared to open your wallet at Plage du Martinez. Antibes has a few public sandy beaches near the port and old town, as well as a miles-long stretch of pebble beach. Juan-les-Pins has a busy public sand beach that is the liveliest on the coast. You can build sand castles and hire pedals for your family on Fréjus' sandy beaches or play beach volleyball on the sandy sports pitch.

Spending day after day on the French Riviera beaches is clearly one of the most fascinating activities but there are many other ways to enjoy your vacation. Visit beautiful gardens like the Villa Ephrussi with stunning views of the Mediterranean along the exuberant vegetation of the Spanish and Florentine gardens, the rare trees in the exotic garden, or the archaeological remains in the Stone garden. Go to the zoo in Frejus and see how the rare wildlife is preserved. The animals can be visited on foot like in a traditional zoo or driven through in a car.

There's also a lot to do and see for sports fans visiting the Cote d'Azur. Whether you're planning to be active or simply watch the events, you will find something for your like in the French Riviera. Walking, jogging, swimming and sailing, scuba diving, tennis... and even car races at Monte Carlo. The weather conditions have made the Riviera the best coast for sailing in France. Well-equipped coastal resorts cater for both the beginner and the experienced. Scuba Diving is a popular activity in the French Riviera. The richness of marine life with clear waters and a handful of wrecks, draw divers to the Mediterranean coast. There are centers in St-Tropez, Cannes and Villefranche-sur-Mer.

And when you're not in the water, try hiking the nearby hills, or walking through the small towns of the Riviera. Discover the water-edge walk from Beaulieu-sur-Mer to St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. The French Riviera is the perfect destination for any golf lover with 21 golf courses. From amateur lessons to friendly tournaments and competitive games you'll be able to enjoy your favorite sport in the very best conditions.

Shopping in the French Riviera ranges from lively Provencal markets to glitzy upscale boutiques. You can buy local pottery, spices, herbs and teas along with fresh fruit, vegetables, meat and fish. You can spend entire mornings at flower markets or walk along the La Croisette boulevard in Cannes for some shopping or window shopping at Chanel or Christian Dior. For that absolutely fabulous Cannes look, head straight for the Rue d’Antibes and its string of designer boutiques, all breathtakingly expensive and brilliant.

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