TRAVEL:
Easyjet, BA, Delta, Air France and endless other airlines fly into Nice airport. Cars can be hired online from the airport location; ADA, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, National/Citer and Sixt. Because of the hillside location and the steep walk back from the shops, a car is recommended.
Boat trips are available from the old Marina in Golfe Juan to Monaco and Saint Tropez, also across to the Islands (Ile de Lerins - reputedly where the man in the iron mask was imprisioned) where one can walk, swim and stop for lunch at one of the only two restaurants on the larger island.
The train service is excellent, one stop to Cannes in one direction, one stop to Juan les Pins in the other direction. This is also one of the easiest methods to visit the Grand Prix or the Film Festival.
The train runs along the coast to Ventimiglia in Italy where one can enjoy the lively Friday morning market and lunch beachside.
LEISURE:
For culture vultures, there are so many things to do and see that it is impossible to list them all here, museums, galleries, open air theatre etc. However the villa is well stocked with information and the owners would be only too happy to give the benefit of their experience.
For beach bums, the long sandy beaches are only a 5 minute drive away. As are the bars and restaurants.
Stroll into Vallauris to see the amazing display of pottery for sale. Take an empty bottle and fill up with wine from the Vrac in the co-operative.
Adrenalin junkies; Numerous water sports, paragliding, canoeing the list goes on.
Rub shoulders with the stars in Cannes during the annual Film Festival in May. Visit Antibes and stock up with fruit and veg from the lively Provencal market. Walk along the Ramparts and soak up the amazing views. Lunch in one of the many restaurants in the cobbled streets of the old town, and for the brave, visit the Absinthe Bar and experience the traditonal ritual.
REST AND RELAXATION:
If however, you just need to relax and get away from it all, then once your 'fridge is stocked you need go no further than the terrace or pool. You will love this terrace!
Other Activities:
Nearest mountain resort approximately 90 minute drive. Golf 30 minutes.
