The French Riviera-more than just beach, whine, party and luxury?

Publié le 23 mai 2012 par Kristina

What have you already heard about the French Riviera? Or what do you associate with it? A tourism hotspot with its beach paradise and crazy nightlife? The world of the rich and famous with their luxury cars, yachts and hotels? The Formula one and the Festival of Cannes? Or maybe the famous whine selections from the region?
That was it? Haven’t you ever wondered about the historical side of this magical Riviera? Are there some places and pieces left that could you “teleport” in the past?

Located, between sea and mountain, between Nice and Menton above the Principality of Monaco, one of the numerous medieval villages of the French Riviera – La Turbie combine a breathtaking panorama of Monaco with one of the oldest archeological monuments – the trophy of August.

What do you know about the roman’s history? Between 16 and 7 BC… don’t worry this won’t be a historical report stodged with numbers and names but you have to know some facts so that you can appreciate the majesty of this monument.

So between 16 and 7 BC there was a military campaign by the Romans, who conquered the alpine populations. By command of the roman senator the Trophy was built c. 6 BC in honor of the emperor Augustus to celebrate his victory. The stone was originally extracted from the Roman quarry located about 500 meters away and at the beginning of the 20th century and It was partially restored by archaeologists.

Do you want to learn something more about it?

Pack your bags and come to discover a place where you could not only feel the spirit of the past, but also let your imagination run wild.

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The marvelous villages of Côte d’Azur!

Publié le 23 avril 2012 par Ioana

If you’re visiting the region, spare a couple of hours to discover some extraordinary places, left unraveled by the masses of tourists and souvenir shops, with roads full of history, and an authentic atmosphere: peacefulness, colours, perfumes, a moment of true happiness indeed.
During our visit on the mountain routes, we will enjoy the sight of Menton and Italy from the top St. Agnes,a village situated at 800metres altitude. We will go by the Col de la Madone from where we can admire Nice at 1200 meters height. On these silent paths,

between the majestic Alpes and the never-ending blue sea, you’ll be taken by surprise by the flocks of goats,or the does passing over the thyme, the wild lavender and the diverse flora that you’ll find along the way.

This is a truly exceptional visit, as no other tourism agency offers. Give yourself the privilege to take a tour nobody else has seen before!

 

 

 

 

Our tour: a walking-guide of 5 villages, 80 kms long
Pick up from your hotel at 9 a.m and return in Nice around 2 p.m. wherever you like to be dropped off.
Private tour on demand: €250/ car – 2 to 4 people maximum
For more information: visit our office Côte d’Azur Events 4, rue Desboutin 06300 NICE

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World Figure Skating Championship comes to Nice this March

Publié le 4 mars 2012 par Ioana

In May 2011 Nice’s Palais des Expositions was confirmed as the event venue with an estimated cost of USD $10 million. It will be held between March 26 and April 1, 2012 in Nice, France. The event will determine the World Champions in men’s singles, ladies singles, pairs, and ice dancing, and the number of entries a country may send to the 2013 Worlds.

The French team participating this year has been announced as follows:

Gentlemen : Florent Amodio (Cergy-Pontoise) and Brian Joubert (Poitiers)
Dance: Nathalie Pechalat / Fabian BOURZAT
Ladies: Yrétha Silete (Dammarie-les-Lys) (Alternate: Mae-Berenice MEITE (Vitry) (Castres) and Pernelle Carron / Lloyd JONES (Courchevel)
Couples: Vanessa JAMES / Morgan CIPRES (French Flying from Paris / Dammarie-les-Lys)

The last time Nice was host to this spectacular event was in 2000 when Sarah Abitbol & Stephane Bernadis had obtained the bronze medal for their pair routine.

 

The Championship will be held as scheduled:

 

Monday, March 26, 2012

2:30 p.m. : semifinal pairs

18h : semi-final dance

 

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

9:30 : Women’s semifinals

17h : semifinal gentlemen

 

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

13h : Pairs Short Program

18h : Opening Ceremony

6:40 p.m. : short dance program

 

Thursday, March 29, 2012

12:30 : Ladies Short Program

19h : free dance program

 

Friday, March 30, 2012

12:30 : Men’s short program 19h : free program pairs

 

Saturday, March 31, 2012

12:55 : Men Free Program

6:30 p.m. : Ladies free program

 

Sunday April 1, 2012

2:30 p.m. : Champions Gala

 

So, it’s certain that in 2012 there will be elections because everytime Nice organises the skating championship, a couple of days afterwards, we vote…

For your entertainment in Nice:

-          7:30 pm nightly hotel pick-up, evening in Monaco, illuminated palace, the F1 circuit, Casino & Panorama, return at the hotel at 11:30 pm ( 65 € / pers.)

-          9:00 am daily hotel pick-up, drive to Eze village and Fragonard Perfume Factory, Monaco tour, return at the hotel at 1:00 pm (49€/pers.)

-          Ferrari tour ( on appointment) , more information at :

Côte d’Azur Events 4 rue Desboutin 06300 NICE
tel:  06 307 260 02

By Ioana Natalia Gheorghe

 

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The 79th edition of the Lemon Festival in Menton

Publié le 3 février 2012 par Ioana

We all know the beneficial properties of lemons and citrus, in general, but few have heard about their international popularity during the Lemon Festival !The celebration takes place yearly during the months of February and March in Menton, France.

Born out of the hoteliers’ desire to enliven the city during the winter, the Lemon Festival has been boosting up the Cote d’Azur tourism ever since 1895. Included in the carnival tradition, the festival runs for three weeks from February, 17th until March, 7th.

During the day, the whole town seems to be holding its breath, but as night falls, a float laden with oranges and lemons appears as if from nowhere, followed by another.The drums beat impatiently, a trumpet tosses a melody into the air.It’s time for the party! Fanfares, orchestras, folk groups and dancers incite disorder, bringing the kind of incandescent splendour normally found in the most extravagant festivals to this parade. Fireworks at the end of the moonlit parades are definitely a must-see.

One of the most amazing citrus exhibition can be seen at Biovès Gardens, where you’ll discover a new way theme each year and altogether a new perspective on carnival culture. The Carnolès Palace Gardens reveal as well a diverse collection of citrus, such as kumquat, grapefruit, tangerine, etc.

 

The Lemon Festival is indeed a quite unique event in the world, attractting each year more than 230,000 visitors – a constantly increasing attendance. It’s the second biggest event on the Riviera after the Carnival of Nice and before the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Monaco. It uses the services of over 300 professionals and requires 145 tons of citrus fruit.

The Festival coincides each year with two other great events : the International Orchid Festival and Pays Mentonnais crafts fair, both held at Palais de l’Europe. Like the carnival, the evocative and exotic names of these hybrid, botanical, and miniature varieties invite us to take a journey to a far-off land…

In order for you to enjoy as much of this amazing experience, our agency will take care of everything.  We hope to see you here soon !

Pick up from your Hotel to Menton Lemon Exibitions

65€ by person (garden pass included)

For further assistance :

Agence Côte d’Azur Events

4, rue Desboutin 06300 Nice FRANCE (9h-18h)

office@ca-events.fr or 06 307 260 02

 

 

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Personal Perfume workshop in Grasse

Publié le 18 janvier 2012 par Ioana

Create your own perfume at « Le Studio des Fragrances »:It’s just like designing your Own Celebrity Fragrance.


Galimard recently opened the door to the Mysterious Art of Perfume which had always been closed to the public. Experience the magic of the perfume creation with the experts.

You have certainly dreamed of the day you would find your own personal fragrance, one scent that is exclusively your signature brand, the scents and smells that will remind you of fond memories like people, places and things which seduced you or continue to seduce you. A scent uniquely « you « , one that will distinguish you and your personal fashion or style. In our newly opened « Studio des Fragrances « , our « Nose  » will transform you into a creator of perfume. Next you will discover the different base products and techniques combined to create your own personal fragrance using over 127 notes. Our nose will explain to you the architecture of a good perfume, that is Top Note (peak note), Middle Note (heart note), and Base Note (fond note).

The experts will evaluate your unique olfactory sensitivities and explain the classifications of the large families of scents along with their typical components. Then, he or she will conclude by describing the basic principles of achieving a harmonious, round formula. You will then be free to execute your concept and follow your imagination for your own perfume. Then, you will take your creation home in a personalized perfume bottle with the name you have chosen for your design. Each of these newly created perfumes or formulas will be kept on file for you to re-order. Please ask about creating a layered line of personalized products such as body cream and shower gel.

 

After this experience, everybody will want to wear YOUR perfume, so don`t hesitate to be as creative as possible in inventing the ultimate fragrance that defines you. You will definitely fall in love with your own creation and will remain faithful to it all your life.The « Studio des Fragrances » is open every day by appointment.

Duration of Workshops: approximately 2 hours
Price (perfume 3 1/3 fl. oz. included): € 45
In depth seminars: on request
OPTION: Special Transfer with mini orientation inside the old Grasse: one –way car ride from your hotel to the perfume workshop – net 125€
RESERVATION : office@ca-events.fr or 06 307 260 02
office : 4 rue Desboutin 06300 Nice
in Japanese : http://yokosotour.free.fr/tours/grasse.html

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The Monaco Night Tour – Surprise your loved one with this romantic date !

Publié le 17 décembre 2011 par Ioana

What are your plans for tonight? Why not invite your better half for a dinner at one of the highest-located four-star restaurants in Monaco for a breathtaking view of this extravagant city at night ?Our English- speaking driver will be in front of your hotel at 20h, ready to take you on one of the most adventurous tours of the French Riviera.


You will enter a new dream world – Monaco under the moonlight. Wind your way along the spectacular Moyenne Corniche road to Monaco. Reach the Prince’s Palace and take a moment to appreciate its serene atmosphere. Head on to Monte Carlo, where many rich and famous people dare to gamble their wealth away at the swanky Casino.A full tour of Monaco’s Grand Prix circuit is included with the only exception that we will not be doing it in 1 minute and 30 seconds like the famous racers, but we will be taking our time to explain all the important stops along the way.

Finally, we will arrive at Vista Palace Hotel, overlooking the bay of Monte-Carlo. We will invite you to savour an exquisite meal prepared by one of the best chefs of Côte d’Azur, while enjoying the stunning sea views of the hotel, stretching from the Principality of Monaco and the Italian Riviera.
What better way to renew your love vows and make your sweetheart fall in love with you over and over again? What is more, we will get you back at your hotel at the stroke of midnight!

For reservations, contact us at 06 307 260 02 or office@ca-events.fr
Prices: Monaco Night Tour (4h) from 20:00 until 24:00 for  65 €/ person
or
Monaco Night Tour (5h) with dinner from 19:00 until 24:00 for 115 €/ person

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This winter, enjoy Le Lac des Cygnes (The Swan Lake) with the Niçois!

Publié le 28 novembre 2011 par Ioana

If you have decided to celebrate the winter holidays on the French Riviera, don’t miss out the Christmas village in Place Massena.  From December, 3rd to January, 2nd 2012, Christmas in Nice will be marked by a sense of wonder and festivities - entertainment, craft chalets, gift ideas, oyster and champagne bar, fir-tree forest, ice skating rink, shows, everything combined to bring you memorable moments with family or friends.

 

While you’re here, check out the Nice Acropolis– named « Europe’s number one convention centre » for three years in a row. Nestled in the heart of downtown Nice, just 15 minutes from the airport, the Acropolis Convention and Exhibition complex offers: 5 auditoriums with 250 to 2,500 seats, 50 meeting rooms with 20 to 800 seats and a 26,000 square metres exhibition hall.

The Acropolis will be hosting on the December, 10th P.I. Tchaikovsky’s ballet masterpiece in 4 acts – The Swan Lake. This breathtaking classical ballet is presented by one of the world’s most prestigious ballet troupes, the Kiev Municipal Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre, composed of 60 artists, featuring – en premiere – 24 swans on stage.

If you don’t arrive in time, don’t get disappointed. The Opera and Ballet season is only starting and there are plenty of cultural events you can choose from. For a full list of concerts and reservations, please visit Opéra de Nice Cote d’Azur website at http://www.opera-nice.org

For those of you not that passionate about opera and ballet, there are always plenty of things to do in Nice. You are just a click away from having a really good, good time !

More info on events happening in Nice at  the very moment :http://www.nicetourisme.com/

 

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“Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé!”

Publié le 21 novembre 2011 par Ioana

This famous traditional slogan, even in English-speaking countries “Le Beaujolais nouveau est arrivé!” (literally, »The new Beaujolais has arrived! »), has recently changed to « It’s Beaujolais Nouveau Time! ». In France it has become a real nationwide social event and a reason for people to have a good time, while in the United States, it is promoted as a drink for Thanksgiving, which falls a week after the wine is released.

But what is Le Beaujolais?

Beaujolais nouveau is a red wine made from Gamay grapes produced in the Beaujolais region of France. It is the most popular vin de primeur, fermented for just a few weeks before being released for sale, annually, on the third Thursday of November. This « Beaujolais Nouveau Day » sees heavy marketing, with races to get the first bottles to different markets around the globe.

Beaujolais Nouveau is a purple-pink wine reflecting its youth, bottled only 6-8 weeks after harvest. The method of production means that there is very little tannin, and the wine can be dominated by such fruity ester flavours as banana, fig and pear drop. The wine is recommended to be slightly chilled to 13°C (55°F).

Beaujolais Nouveau is intended for immediate drinking and not for keeping; standard Beaujolais AOC wines are released the following year. The wines show definite variation between vintages, and as such are eagerly waited as a first indicator of the quality of the year’s regional wine harvest.

 

This year, the first of many thousands of barrels of Beaujolais Nouveau were breached at midnight  to mark the wine’s 60th birthday. While thousands of people cheered as the clock struck midnight in the centre of its production Beaujeu (Rhône), our Japanese friends have celebrated its Tokyo launching  in a more festive manner, and a couple of hours in advance.

http://videos.tf1.fr/infos/2011/le-beaujolais-nouveau-est-arrive-au-japon-6827173.html

http://www.zimbio.com/watch/r7tpHhktMdu/Beaujolais+Nouveau+Japan+hot+springs/AFP+TV+World

 

This year, like always, the Côte d’Azur Events staff has joined the other party people and celebrated The Beaujolais Nouveau Day, by going to various bars and bistros in the Vieux Nice to get the pulse of this major French event. We have enjoyed this small table wine with a plate of charcuterie and cheese in good company and in a marvelous ambiance. We are inviting you all to join us next year in Nice to have a pleasant chat over a fresh and fruity glass of Beaujolais!

 

 

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Who said we can’t combine sport with art?

Publié le 11 novembre 2011 par Ioana

Next weekend, Nice will be once more the host and departure point for the 4th edition of the French Riviera Marathon of Alpes Maritimes, event that gathered up to 11.000 participants in 2011.

The marathon will have as starting point Promenade des Anglais, in Nice, and will end in front of Palais des Festivales, on the Boulevard of the Croisette, in Cannes. The 42.195 km- long route will enable participants to enjoy the sun, the palm trees and the wonderful landscapes of the French Riviera, while passing through 7 different cities : Nice, St. Laurent du Var, Cagnes sur Mer, Villeneuve – Loubet, Antibes, Juan – les – Pins, Vallauris Golfe Juan, Cannes. Around 60.000 spectators will be there to cheer the participants of this 5-star marathon.

If you are going to be here for the marathon, or just to give your support to the ones participating, don’t miss the chance to visit Nice and its surroundings. Place of inspiration for some of the greatest painters of all times – Matisse, Chagall, Renoir, Picasso, Dufy – the Côte d’Azur has also been home for Jean Cocteau, French artist, well-known for his play “The Human Voice”, where he experiments with human needs and realities in communication.

Not to be missed is Villa Santo Sospir, located in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferat, on Côte d’Azur, which was decorated by Jean Cocteau and owed by Mrs. Weisweiller from Paris. Cocteau was quite a frequent visitor, as can be seen from all his “modifications” to the villa.

The “Testament d’Orphee”, the last film made by Cocteau presents many scenes in and outside this villa, where Jean Cocteau used to live and tattoo the walls for 13 years, helped at times by his good friend – Picasso. So, if you’re in the mood for a bit of history and art after a long run, don’t hesitate to drop by our office for more information and how to make the most out of your stay in the South of France.

www.ca-events.fr or office@ca-events.fr                                                                                           4, rue Desboutin – 06300 Nice, France                                                                                           06 307 260 02

 

 

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The G20 will be met with candies this autumn in Cannes

Publié le 7 octobre 2011 par Ioana

 

Chosen for its overwhelming natural beauty and world-class, famous Palais des Festivals and Congresses, the city of Cannes will be hosting this November the next G20 summit, transforming the French Riviera into the centre of the world for two days.

The Palais’ triple certification in Quality (ISO 9001), Health-Safety (OHSAS 18001) and Environment (ISO 14001) which attests for its excellent services managed to qualify Cannes as the First European Congress Centre.  Hence, although annually used to be host to international renowned film stars, Cannes will welcome this time the stars of global politics. One of the main assets that also permit a high level of security in the area is the famous boardwalk – La Croisette.

You are probably wondering now what do politics and candies have in common. Well, a lot apparently! At least that’s what artist Laurence Jenkell thinks and wants the whole world to know! Cannes has invited her to exhibit her sculpture-sweets from May, 28th until  November, 5th 2011 on the occasion of the G20 which will take place on the 3rd and 4th November.

Through her 55 giant sculpted sweets in the colours of the G20 nations, the invited countries and the European Union member states, the artist is thus paying a tribute to the populations of the world, regardless of their origins, age or credo.

What is surprising, however, is that at the core of Jenkell’s creations lies the mysterious molecule in double helix form – the DNA. Through intense research and analysis, the creator has been able to convert the sweet into a skeleton of DNA. The sculptures’ uncanny resemblance to the chromosomes contained within the core of the DNA cell brings us to reflect on our own origins and belonging.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iydOUV87aU

So, if you are still around and you haven’t seen the famous Bonbons yet, take a quick ride and get yourself in a picture with your childhood dream! In the end, who doesn’t just love sugary, colourful, amazing candies? I know, I do !


For more information about Laurence Jenkell, the artist, and her worldwide exhibitions check:

http://www.jenkell.com

http://www.yesicannes.com/yesicannes/G_20_candies.html


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