Cavort on the Coast

Wear good walking shoes to wander the winding streets of Èze, a medieval village that boasts epic views and the tropical Jardin Exotique. Zip over to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, a holiday resort for the world’s wealthiest. Get a taste of mansion life at the majestic Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild museum. At the end of the day, retire to your “apartment” in Nice at the Residhome Nice Promenade AppartHotel.

Nice is ideally nestled between the Bay of Angels and the Alps. Stroll by the colorful facades of the charming old town, which teems with art galleries, bustling markets, and fantastic restaurants. Save time for a museum—Nice has the most of them besides Paris—and a leisurely saunter along the seaside Promenade des Anglais. Finally, head out of town to the Mouratoglou Hotel & Resort in Biot, which serves up sports and R&R in one fantastic resort.

Witness the wonders of glassblowing firsthand at the Verrerie de Biot. One of France’s Ville et Métiers d’Art – an Arts and Crafts city – the 15th-century hilltop village of Biot is home to the Musée Fernand Léger and a wealth of artisans, painters, and jewelers. You can meet them on an art-heritage discovery tour. End your lovely day at the Hotel le Grand Pavois in Antibes, whose rooms have panoramic views of the Îles d’Or.

Wander within the 16th-century ramparts of Vieil Antibes, swinging by the Picasso Museum—an ancient chateau that was once the artist’s home. For a more buzzing scene and gorgeous beaches, head to Juan-les-Pins, which jams in July during the Jazz á Juan festival. Spend the night at the Hotel Eden, whose prime location in the heart of Cannes is just a 5-minute drive from La Croisette.

Strut your stuff by luxury boutiques and the Alley of Stars on the illustrious La Croisette, where the red carpet unfolds at the Cannes Film Festival. For a break from the bling, ferry to Île Saint-Honorat for divine wine made by monks. Or to Île Sainte-Marguerite, whose La Guérite restaurant is ideal for an al fresco lunch.