You don't have permission to access the page you requested What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed © 2025 In defense of animals FIGHTING FOR ANIMALS Purchased by the Inwood Hotels group in 2023 this long-standing 5-star establishment and member of Relais & Châteaux has been transformed to welcome or welcome back fans of the Cap d'Antibes as of spring 2025 With its lush oasis appearance and Provençale architecture Villa Miraé makes the perfect base for an unforgettable stay in one of the French Riviera's most sought-after destinations everything is designed to awaken the dreamer's soul: from the elegant interiors where artistic touches and noble materials intertwine invites guests to relax and increases the sensation of being in a waking dream with the shimmering water and the sky seeming to meld into one Villa Miraé takes guests on an emotional journey where each stay is synonymous with ecstasy in Cap d'Antibes' privileged setting Villa Miraé encapsulates Cap d'Antibes' serenity and discreet elegance from the entrance gallery to the gastronomic restaurant and the rooms re ects a subtle balance of the sun's golden hues the deep blues of the sea and the oral poetry of the Mediterranean gardens Everything has been designed to o er peacefulness and simplicity; creating an environment conducive to sensory awakening natural linen and Murano glass are cornerstones of this concept A veritable ode to tranquillity and enthrallment Villa Miraé celebrates the dreamer's art of living and whisks guests away on a journey su used with poetry and sophistication Villa Miraé's dining facilities will tantalise palates throughout the day thanks to their authentic and sustainable approach Amarines by Mauro Colagreco — an evening's glowing gastronomic experience to accompany the elegance of the site and the implicit invitation to drop anchor Miraé by Mauro Colagreco — A casual all day dining offer Envisioned as a culinary journey following the ebb and ow of the French and Italian Rivieras' exquisite coastal landscape Miraé by Mauro Colagreco will serve firm culinary favourites from Genoa to Saint-Tropez Enhanced with nesse by Mauro Colagreco's bold traditional dishes will spotlight the all-important local seasonal and proactive approach of the trailblazer of circular gastronomy Socca and Tarte Tropézienne...a whole host of popular delicacies that hotel guests and diners passing through will savour in the casual and welcoming atmosphere of this sixty-seat restaurant where the charming terrace overlooks a turquoise lap pool Miraé by Mauro Colagreco is the promise of a gourmet and sun-drenched escapade with a Dolce Vita feel from breakfast to dinner Hotel website FranceChevron Cap d'AntibesChevron Set the scene for us.An emblem of hyphenated hotel-world majesty of dreams of open-top two-seaters and swaying palms and broken banks at casinos and Champagne corks a-popping Scott Fitzgerald called the ‘flushed façade’ of this magical hotel What can we expect in our room?Swanky, chintzy and swagged in ormolu, bedrooms are comfortable but old-fashioned, as are the pale marble bathrooms. Rather it’s the views, the atmosphere, the vases overflowing with roses from the garden that make it so special. If you want to be seen, choose one with a sea view and balcony in the main house; to hole up, you’re better off in a penthouse in Eden-Roc. Was the service anything special?No one puts a foot wrong. The staff are courteous, kind, attentive (but not irritatingly so), and nicely accommodating of imperfect French. Describe the other guests?Citizens of the world to a T, and something of a fashion parade, though not an outlandish one. Céline and Pucci are worn on summer nights; and Ralph Lauren polo shirts. A lot of big watches—and swimwear is uniformly Vilebrequin and Erès. What’s the neighborhood scene like?The setting is sublime: a color-saturated 22-acre paparazzi-proof peninsula, with rose gardens as gorgeous as any in France. That said, there’s no sand beach, and it’s an unlovely walk into town. But taxis are plentiful, and the whole of the Côte d’Azur lies on the doorstep. And anything you’d change?The bathrooms could do with rethink—like those rows of opalescent bulbs round the mirrors—and the steam room never did work, though that may have been down to impatience. Is it worth it—and why?This is one of the few places in the world that lives up to its name. It has a hauteur that can be intimidating, but if you don’t mind a certain old-fashioned formality (woe betide anyone who thinks they can saunter to the spa in a bathrobe), then a weekend here feels unforgettably romantic. All listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors. If you book something through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission. up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse We understand that time is the greatest luxury which is why Condé Nast Traveler mines its network of experts and influencers so that you never waste a meal or a hotel stay wherever you are in the world Recently passed legislation in France banning killer whale and dolphin performances has forced Marineland Antibes to close its doors a move which has left some 4,000 animals across 150 species including two killer whales - Wikie and Keijo - looking for new homes remains uncertain following the decision made on Sunday by their current home – the French marine park Marineland Antibes – to close its doors to the public permanently The move had been spurred by a recently passed piece of legislation in France which will outlaw killer whale and dolphin performances from December 2026 Marineland Antibes has stated that without these performances it will be unable to afford to remain open It’s a decision that now leaves some 4,000 animals from across 150 species looking for new homes This includes the two killer whales who had – in earlier years – been two of a pod of four homed at Marineland Antibes and the star attractions for the park’s visitors Finding a new home for both Keijo and Wikie is becoming crucial Both orca were born and reared in captivity making a release into the wild a wholly unviable option They are two of a recorded 54 killer whales left in captivity across the world Marineland Antibes has been in recent discussions with various parks across the world in the search for a suitable new home for the pair of orca One such option that had been tabled towards the end of last year was for a transfer to an aquarium in Japan The proposal became the focus of some weighty campaigning from whale conservationists who were quick to highlight that rules and regulations around animal care in Japanese parks are significantly less protective than those in Europe France’s Minister of Ecological Transition after weighing up arguments made by NGOs and the great distance the whales would have to travel “I have heard warnings from NGOs about the future of the two orcas at Marineland Japanese parks are subject to legislation that is less protective of animals than in Europe traveling 13,000 kilometres would obviously be dangerous for their health,” said Pannier-Runacher upon making the decision David Attenborough shares strongest message for the ocean UN deep sea mining body levels criticism at Trump administration How one Pisaster disaster left sea otters with a mussel buffet Physics of folklore: Seeking answers to the 'milky seas' mystery Global fish oil and fishmeal industry footprint exposed in world first The move to block the proposal was met with open arms by the conservation community, chief among them the team behind the The Whale Sanctuary Project a type of ‘retirement home’ for rehabilitated performing killer whales the Sanctuary is still under construction but promises that by completion (which is projected to be sometime towards the end of 2026) will be able to provide full-time care with oversight from full-time veterinarians and care staff said that whales at the Sanctuary will receive “the same amount of care and the ability to experience a natural sea floor and waves.” While another option being weighed is Loro Parque Zoo in the Canary Islands the Sanctuary itself maintains it is “the only way forward that meets all the French government regulations” and gives Wikie and Keijo “the kind of life where they are cared for in a dynamic stimulating ocean environment filled with plants and animals” and where they will be “given as much autonomy as possible.” They will never be separated,” said the Sanctuary The decision to move the two orca to the Sanctuary in Nova Scotia will need the full cooperation of Marineland Antibes and its staff It will also depend entirely on The Whale Sanctuary Project securing the necessary funding to complete the first phase of construction – the installation of a bay pen and land-based facilities The coastal sanctuary that the Whale Sanctuary Project is establishing is situated in Port Hilford Bay This protected bay will offer its resident whales more than 100 acres (40 hectares) of water space with depths up to 18 metres It will also ensure that family groups are kept together and socially bonded animals,” said Dr Lori Marino founder and president of the Whale Sanctuary Project they live in strong family groups and their emotional and behavioural health is intimately connected with their social group.” public opinion has helped fuel a global movement to bring an end to keeping cetaceans in captivity for the purpose of entertainment spurred in part by the Netflix documentary Blackfish Marineland Antibes was bringing in around 1.2 million visitors each year that number has plummeted to just 425,000 a year “In working cooperatively and in collaboration with the entertainment industry we look forward to a time when cetaceans are no longer confined to concrete tanks and have all been retired to authentic sanctuaries,” said the Whale Sanctuary Project Click here for more from the Oceanographic Newsroom. Receive the latest from Oceanographic and get 10% off your first order Join our community and enjoy 10% off your first purchase Closure of Marineland Antibes and Its Implications a prominent marine park located near Cannes is set to close its doors permanently on January 5 due to evolving animal welfare legislation This decision leaves the future of two resident orca whales Animal rights advocates and the facility’s management are engaged in a dispute regarding potential relocation plans for the orcas particularly after the French government recently rejected one proposal suggesting they be moved to a marine zoo in Japan which ban dolphins and whales in marine park performances were enacted in 2021 and will come into effect next year As the largest marine park of its kind in Europe Marineland currently houses two killer whales: Wikie Facility operators have noted that the performances featuring these marine mammals attract around 90% of the park’s visitors making their presence central to the park’s financial viability Challenges in Finding a Suitable Home for the Orcas Multiple relocation options have been proposed but experts agree that placing Wikie and Keijo in the wild is not a feasible solution as they were born in captivity and lack the necessary survival skills “It’s a bit like taking your dog out of the house and sending him into the woods to live freely as a wolf.” She further emphasized how killers whales form significant bonds with their human caregivers that have spent their entire lives in captivity their closest relationship is with humans.” READ FULL ARTICLE **If you are reading theOrcasonian for free, thank your fellow islanders. If you would like to support theOrcasonian CLICK HERE to set your modestly-priced no worries; we’re happy to share with you.** FERRY SCHEDULE VESSEL WATCH CONTACT YOUR LEGISLATORS CONTACT US ADVERTISING RATES Kevin Majoros takes fans behind the scenes as he gives an in-depth look at the 2024 SC World Championships from his experience as a volunteer at the meet A seasoned veteran on the international stage Lilly King still has a lot left to give in the pool Smith said she didn’t hit her turn at the 25m wall so she wasn’t optimistic heading into the finish but it was a very December 16th, 2024 Europe, International, News Celebrations are in order for the scholarship athletes of the Antibes World Aquatics Training Centre The team has achieved an extraordinary milestone breaking their 100th national record of the 2023/24 season during the World Aquatics Swimming Championships (25m) in Budapest Their cumulative total now stands at an impressive 106 national records aims to provide financial and technical assistance to athletes with international sporting potential who lack access to suitable training conditions locally training centres like Antibes offer scholars: Reflecting on this remarkable achievement, James Gibson working with World Aquatics Development Programmes “It’s brilliant to see the development programmes’ positive impact we are committed to strengthening the global aquatics ecosystem Providing athletes with opportunities and experiences like this not only helps them grow and learn but also inspires others around the world “This is exactly what these initiatives are designed to achieve –James Gibson President of the Antibes World Aquatics Training Centre shared his pride in the centre’s remarkable progress and the scholars’ achievements: “It is an absolute privilege to have welcomed these athletes to Antibes and helped them to achieve their goals.” “With a dedicated team of exceptional coaches we’ve achieved incredible milestones in just over a year since opening I am truly excited to see what achievements lie ahead for our athletes.” Among the standout moments in Budapest was the achievements of Namibia’s Ronan Wantenaar who reached the semi-finals of the men’s 50m breaststroke – a career-best result on the world stage With Ronan set to join the Antibes scholarship programme soon Surpassing 100 national records marks a remarkable end to a successful period for scholarship athletes across all World Aquatics Training Centres who only begun their programmes in September 2023 Keep an eye out for more record-breaking performances and updates on the 2024/25 programme Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" More from SwimSwamSee All Subscribe to our newsletter and receive our latest updates nothing has really changed (but you might have to look a little harder). “It’s been a while since we have seen Roman Abramovich,” said an employee at Le Rocher, a swanky restaurant in Antibes, where the former Chelsea FC owner was often seen with his bodyguards until French authorities seized his mansion in April 2022. I wouldn’t tell you,” the restaurant employee On paper, Vladimir Putin’s most fortunate friends are nowhere to be found in Europe. Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the EU has passed laws to ban prominent Russians from business circles a step toward reclaiming the rights to their St (If a mansion has been seized by the authorities that doesn’t stop the owner from maintaining it or inviting guests to stay While legal associations and property owners have challenged the rules in front of the EU’s top court local judicial authorities are struggling to cope with the ever-changing rules it’s so complicated to understand who is behind those companies trusts or foundations that the only way to get a final proof is to raid these houses in search for clearer evidence,” said an investigative judge in the south of France who was granted anonymity as they were not allowed to speak publicly tasked with implementing the sanctions through a dedicated taskforce And while there have been numerous sanctions packages some politicians question their effectiveness “We’re entering an era of industrialization of sanctions — and the EU has not been built for that purpose it’s not in our DNA,” said a senior French finance ministry official who worked on sanctions implementation He was granted anonymity to speak candidly about the sensitive nature of his work “The norms we’re building here are not strong enough,” the official added The Côte d’Azur has remained a top destination for wealthy Russians because it has welcomed the money while turning a blind eye to the source of income “This region is all about other people’s money it was peasants’ land before rich tourists settled here,” said de Montgolfier The area has been poisoned by corruption at all levels so as long as the Russians have the wisdom to remain discreet they have nothing to fear from the Riviera.” life in Cap d’Antibes is discreet: People come from all over the world and they don’t make a fuss adding the town has a handful of properties belonging to sanctioned Russians There are so many Russians in the south of France that Moscow Market — a store selling vodka Russian products and Vladimir Putin fridge magnets in Antibes — has opened another branch in glamorous Cannes Importing Russian goods has become complicated since 2022 but some businesses are thriving. While middle-class clients and tourists left after the outbreak of war, the very rich remain, said Xander, a Russian shop owner on the French Riviera who refused to give his full name because he feared the reaction from his competitors. Despite a 70 percent drop in Russian tourists since 2019 tourism and luxury goods industries have not been damaged by sanctions Moscow Market provides services that include “qualified assistance in buying property” and “organization of seasonal and annual rentals of flats and villas in France and Monaco,” a description of concierge services in Russian on the LinkedIn profile of its director He refused multiple requests for an interview A 2023 probe by French authorities found nearly 60 percent of real estate agencies in the region were not cooperating with the authorities, for example by checking whether their clients’ names appear on the EU’s sanctions list. Alexandra, who asked to be referred to with a pseudonym, who sells high-end villas in Cap d’Antibes, confirmed little has changed. “We’re supposed to ask them [clients] for a copy of their identity card, where the money is coming from, I think, but we don’t do it,” she said. The largest sales took place using transfers of shares between entities based in secretive tax havens, she said. The neighbors aren’t helping, especially Monaco. Monaco is one of the final destinations for money-laundering schemes, according to the judge, who added that many Russians have passports from the likes of the U.K., Cyprus and Malta, allowing them easy transit through Europe. “Monaco makes life easier for Russian billionaires: it offers them legal safety,” the judge said. “They don’t come here just to walk the streets wearing Chopard necklaces: when people buy flats at €50,000 a square meter, these are amounts that are money-laundering options, and with the idea that once you’ve invested, nobody will take it back from you.” For Russians looking to have fun or secure their assets, the tiny kingdom is still a place where you can party like it’s 2021. “The very rich Russians never had problems” in France, said Hélène Metlov, president of La Maison de la Russie à Nice, a French-Russian cultural NGO in Nice. Soon after the Bolshevik Revolution in 1917, the number of Russians in the French Riviera swelled, with refugees fleeing to neighborhoods in Cannes or Nice which still have Russian-named streets, orthodox churches and buildings. However, the middle-class Russians living in the area for decades “faced all the obstacles of usual immigrants when it comes to renewing their residence permit.” From his office in Villefranche-sur-Mer, Russia’s Consul General Sergei Galaktionov says this problem has increased his workload in the past two years. “Russia’s helped poor people there, paid for the region’s railways and invested a lot in the economy,” said Galaktionov, sometimes reading from notes prepared by his boss, Russian ambassador to France Aleksey Meshkov. Galaktionov holds court with passing police officers as he wanders the streets, pointing out ties his country has with the region, including statues of famous Russian admirals. Police officers greet him with big smiles and a respectful “Monsieur le consul” as he wanders around the nearby Fort du Mont Alban. It was in that fort that Galaktionov planned to organize a cocktail party on Russia’s national day in June, he said. (Kevin Thuilliez, head of communications for Villefranche-sur-Mer, said the local authorities were not involved in any such party, as the organizer found a private partner to help host the event.) “Despite political crises, Russians have remained faithful to France and the region.” Estonian Commission official Henrik Hololei faces disciplinary measures after opening of internal probe into claims of wrongdoing. Four employees from the Chinese tech giant have been represented before judges in recent days. Three Huawei employees and a managing director from Brussels conference organizer Forum Europe were represented in court. OLAF chief Ville Itälä defends his agency’s handling of a tip on Huawei, now under investigation in Belgium. GettySave this storySaveSave this storySaveAll products and listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links Read on for ten of the must-see destinations in this ideal summer spot (Pro-packing tip: Among France's best hotels, French Riviera properties are some of the most glamorous—this may be your chance to bring along those beach-appropriate gowns.) This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date the crown jewel of the Côte d'Azur (though some spots on this list do a good job of vying for that title) Perhaps best known for its association with the international jet-set and French film stars like Brigitte Bardot this coastal town is the South of France personified in its picturesque ports filled with luxury yachts and sun-sweetened cuisine; be sure to have plenty of bouillabaisse and try a tarte tropézienne when you visit rooms are dressed in shades and prints from the ’60s and ’70s and mint shutters lining a typically Provencal exterior blink out over one of the Riviera’s most ravishing pools a celebration of spring and a throwback to the town's past when it survived principally on citrus production Where to stay: For easy access to Menton's beaches, book a room at the Hotel de Londres Though this auberge has been around for 150 years the buildings have been updated to modern design standards (its color palette reflects the colors of Menton itself) while retaining a throwback old-Riviera feel the sandy stretches of Plage du Borrigo and Plage du Casino are just a three-minute walk away the stronghold was Picasso’s home and workshop in 1946 and remains one of the commanding cultural draws in the resort town Where to stay: Of course Belles-Rives is a fine option, but for unfettered French Riviera glamour, check into the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc, a Gold List 2024 pick and perennial favorite of Condé Nast Traveler editors It has an hauteur that can be intimidating but if you don’t mind a certain old-fashioned formality then a weekend here feels unforgettably romantic to open soon) and the Promenade des Anglais Where to stay: Right in the middle of the Old Town, Hôtel du Couvent has none of the bling and excess of the French Riviera The theme here instead is preservation and restoration and was lovingly restored by hotelier Valéry Grégo one tropical—will be reason enough to keep you on-site But should you want to venture beyond the convent's walls its proximity to the wonders of la vieille ville de Nice is simply unbeatable NiceOnce you've had your fill of Nice's Old Town Climb up La Colline du Château (literally meaning “castle hill”) to get a better view of the city: At the top and the city's varied and vibrant architecture abound—not to mention the striking overview of the Med's sparkling waters While a few crumbling walls are all that remain of the namesake castle on the hill there is a verdant park that's perfect for a picnic after a full day of sightseeing Where to stay: The aforementioned Hôtel du Couvent is right at the foot of the hill, yet Hôtel Suisse has a one-up with its position along the Quai Rauba Capeu which means your sea-view room looks out onto the gorgeous Côte d'Azur a home for ethnographic art in a medieval fortress overlooking the marina and the Croisette For restorative beaches and landscapes free of crowds take a 15-minute ferry ride to two of the Lérins islands off the coast: Ile St known for its working monastery and forest groves Where to stay: We can't take about the best hotels in Cannes without name checking the grande-dame-iest grande dame of them all: the gloriously reimagined The Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel, which we included in our 2024 Hot List After seven years of renovation and two years of closure a fitness and spa complex—and sumptuously appointed rooms a desert garden brimming with succulents and exotic florals Where to stay: Château Eza is a 14-room property that features jaw-dropping views of the Mediterranean from each of its suites The hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant led by chef Justin Schmitt serves seaside French cuisine and the hotel staff can arrange experiences like yachting excursions Situated near Monaco (a 12-minute drive away) and Nice (22 minutes) it's an ideal and relaxing domain to which travelers can retreat at the end of a day spent soaking up the best of the French Riviera one of the two flowers to have dominated local perfume production (the other is Damascus rose) Grasse is conveniently located between Cannes and Nice if only to pick up a few bottles of perfume and stop to smell the lavender you'll be surrounded by the sound of the cicadas and that invigorating Côte d'Azur sun This being a Relais & Châteaux property the menu at the restaurant helmed by Jacques Chibois and Jean-François Marre is stellar as is the terrace's views of the Bay of Cannes and the surrounding verdure the petite principality of Monaco is a bastion of glitz and glamour While it’s typically known as a playground for the ultra rich those short on cash can still enjoy themselves here: excursions to stately sights like the Prince’s Palace and Monaco Cathedral are all worthwhile and won’t break the bank Take some time to observe the luxurious yachts at the harbor (or and wrap up your trip with a spin at the Monte Carlo casino This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Newsletters and Deep Dive digital magazine A subsidiary of Sun Pharma has reached an agreement to buy the assets of Canada's Antibe Therapeutics a developer of drugs for pain and inflammation that fell into receivership last year The transaction would see Antibe taken over by Taro Pharmaceutical – which merged with the Sun Pharma unit last year – but is subject to approval by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, according to a financial filing The all-cash deal is expected to close by 7th March but the value won't be disclosed until after completion blocking the start of a planned phase 2 trial Also complicating matters last year was a dispute with Shanghai biotech Nuance Pharma over a licensing agreement for otenaproxesul in the Greater China region which resulted in an order for Antibe to refund a $20 million upfront fee and pay interest and costs of around $4 million According to Antibe's most recent corporate update from 2024 otenaproxesul is a novel drug that pairs an anti-inflammatory hydrogen sulphide-releasing molecule with naproxen to create a better-tolerated alternative to current nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and opioids for acute pain The drug is designed to prevent the gastrointestinal toxicity encountered with NSAIDs and avoid issues like dependency that can occur with opioids Antibe's plan was to develop the drug for acute pain indications – starting with abdominoplasty – after seeing a liver safety signal with chronic dosing in osteoarthritis pain whilst also exploring novel formulations to overcome the toxicity issue its pipeline also includes other drugs based on its hydrogen sulphide-releasing platform including ATB-352 for an undisclosed specialised pain indication and early-stage research programmes for inflammatory bowel disease It's not entirely clear what programmes will be included in the deal if Taro takes control of Antibe as in the financial filing the company says its offer excludes some "assets and liabilities" that will be transferred to a residual Antibe company Digital health firm Hinge has published a new prospectus for its IPO shrugging off the weakness in US stock markets caused by Trump's tariffs Novartis has grown in renal diseases once again with a $1.7bn deal to buy Regulus and its autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) drug Understanding how to harness real-world data and digital insights is essential The importance of biosimilars only continues to grow driven by the potential savings they are able to deliver to healthcare systems Web editor Nicole Raleigh speaks with Rob Abbott Developments in the oncology 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Marineland in Antibes (Alpes-Maritimes) will close on January 5 after more than 50 years of operations It will remain the largest water-based zoo in Europe up until its closure Tickets to visit the site will continue to be sold up to this date, and tickets booked for after this time can be transferred to an earlier date via the attraction’s website Neighbouring attractions including the Aquasplash waterpark and Adventure Golf park will remain open after Marineland closes The park will now look to move its 4,000 animals to other attractions and zoos across Europe Two orcas are likely to be transferred to Loro Parque in Tenerife. The attraction announced the closure via a press release where it said the annual number of visitors dropped from 1.2 million to 425,000 in the last ten years It also cited a 2021 law which banned live shows with dolphins and whales which the site called a “fatal blow” to the park. “90% of visitors came to Marineland to visit the orcas and dolphins” before this law change “Marineland has continued to invest in maintaining high standards of animal care as confirmed by numerous judicial and administrative expert reports,” the park added it came under renewed criticism earlier this year when an orca died on the premises. 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Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. this sun-kissed resort town – that played muse to Picasso – is ideally placed for a wide selection of classic French Riviera day trips by boat @asci_en / Unsplash The leafy peninsula outside Antibes is a billionaire’s row of stately villas as well as the ultra-exclusive Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc – which has been the smart-set address for over 150 years The Sentier du Littoral path hugs the rocky coastline – a chance to admire the same prized views for free During the summer season – March to September – Plage Keller and Plage Joseph on Plage de la Garoupe rent out sun loungers for the day perched over the water on twin sun-drenched pontoons @bobby_milan / Unsplash View Tours At the entrance to Nice’s sail-studded harbour stands the art deco splendour of the gastronomic La Reserve restaurant Le Plongeoir is an easy-on-the-eye restaurant and bar – where fresh Mediterranean flavours and tasty cocktails are served alfresco on a rocky outcrop next to a towering diving platform Coco Beach – the small pebble beach next to the yacht club – is a local favourite @bernardhermant / Unsplash View Tours Rub shoulders with superyachts in the bay of Villefranche-sur-Mer – where a patchwork of terracotta roofs is set against the azure Mediterranean in a postcard-ready setting Along the beachfront Promenade des Marinières La Voile Bleue is a chic beach shack serving up the best pan bagnat – essentially a salad Niçoise in a crusty bread roll – for miles during the summer months @2ni / Unsplash View Tours Despite its exclusive nature the port of Saint-Jean has a laid-back feel and the cobbled streets behind the pretty harbour are home to a selection of speciality stores to stock up on picnic supplies The coastal walk around the peninsula passes by a lighthouse and shady coves Paloma Beach is the quintessential French Riviera beach club Drop anchor in Plages des Fosses for a refreshing swim in its turquoise waters @lnyjulien / Unsplash View Tours This postage-stamp principality is on a mission to show the world that green can be glam Whether that’s the “Made in Monaco” liqueurs from La Distillerie de Monaco – crafted from local bitter oranges and other products – or the zero-waste philosophy in the kitchen at Elsa Restaurant at the Monte-Carlo Beach hotel the first 100% organic restaurant to be awarded a Michelin star over 20% of Monaco’s territory is given over to parks and gardens – a figure set to rise under the patronage of the eco-conscious prince Sign up to our newsletter to save up to $800 on our unique trips See privacy policy @yonder270544 / Unsplash View Tours Île Sainte-Marguerite is a tranquil oasis in every shade of green – even in summer months when a continuous stream of daytrippers files on and off the ferry from Cannes The pine-and-eucalyptus-lined pathways lead towards shallow rock pools and sandy beaches @hugov / Unsplash For the last 16 centuries a small order of Cistercian monks has made Île Saint-Honorat home Certain well-signposted areas are closed to the public such as the 8ha (19-acre) vineyard where grapes such as Chardonnay and Syrah ripen under the Mediterranean sun Next to the monastery and its serene cloisters – which is open for visitors – is a small shop selling the wines and other products made on the island you’ll also find picnic tables and bathing spots The ochre-coloured volcanic mountains of the Massif de l’Esterel dominate the skyline between Cannes and Saint-Raphäel – and are visible across the entire Côte d’Azur region While the mountain range offers some of the best hiking in the area to explore the coastline by boat is to unlock its hidden coves and clear View Tours Superyachts are the transport of choice to reach the uber-trendy beach clubs such as Club 55 and La Bagatelle in Saint-Tropez – but there’s still plenty of space for smaller vessels to drop anchor along Plage de Pampelonne La 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array of stalls piled high with fruit plus organic bread and tartes aux citron at the Mitron Bakery stand; at the far end the flower market sells every local bloom under the Riviera sun the perfect late-morning Niçois snack – a big paper-thin pancake made with chickpea flour and olive oil sprinkled with black pepper take a peek at the latest exhibition at the photography museum then wander through the labyrinthic narrow streets of Vieux Nice Don’t miss the much-revered jewel box Eglise de l’Annonciation named after the city’s patron saint of lost and impossible causes the first marble and stucco baroque church in Nice (with a quirky secret courtyard patio evening bar If you’re ready for a hit of caffeine or a homemade matcha affogato head to the newly opened Frisson coffee shop walk back to the Promenade des Anglais and feast on seafood at the waterside Les Bains du Castel Spend the afternoon in the heights of Cimiez, Nice’s treasure trove of Belle Époque architecture that was once a major Roman outpost in the 1st to 4th centuries AD Art enthusiasts can easily take in two neighbouring museums of the Riviera’s modern masters who were both long-time Riviera residents: begin with the Musée Chagall and continue up the hill to the Musée Matisse History buffs will want to wander through the vestiges of Roman Baths at the Musée d’Archéologie which also houses a collection of ancient coins stop for a cool drink in the little café inside the vast park of olive groves and continue on foot to the Franciscan Monastery and rose garden South of FranceGetty ImagesEveningBrowse through the antiques district near the Port on the rue Ségurane then stop for a pick-me-up apéritif at the friendly neighbourhood bar Rouge where they serve up small plates of delicious tapas plus top-notch natural and rare local vintages It’s a short walk to one of the city’s most sought-after tables headed by rising star chefs Argentinian-born Florencia Montes and Lorenzo Ragni who were newly awarded a Michelin star a year within opening From the open kitchen of this small modern-style bistro come ever-changing exquisitely prepared five- or seven-course delicious tasting menus including small plates of fresh peas with caviar topped with pansies marlin with lemon butter and strawberry rhubarb dessert spiked with red pepper Walk off your meal on the starlit Promenade des Anglais to Plage Hotel Amour where live international DJs heat up the on-the-beach party scene until midnight Old town of CannesGetty ImagesDay two: Antibes CannesMorningThe Château Grimaldi on the ramparts of Antibes – once the site of a Roman fort then home to the Grimaldi family – became Picasso’s studio when he rented the cold damp room on the second floor in 1946 and painted with whatever materials he could find – ship’s paint and wood the Musée Picasso houses an impressive permanent collection of the artist’s works as well as seasonal shows drive west to the Cap d’Antibes for a languid Mediterranean-style lunch (try the roasted sea bass in a salt crust) at the family-run Restaurant César at the Plage Keller on La Garoupe Beach If you can tear yourself away from the beach step back into les années folles at nearby Villa Eilen Roc a stately Belle Époque home surrounded by exotic gardens once owned by the Count and Countess Étienne de Beaumont who threw lavish fêtes for their artist and writer friends in the 1920s even soft-core trekkers will enjoy a hike on the coastal customs footpath – an uber-scenic hike on a rocky pine-shaded path that winds around the luxurious properties of the Cap d’Antibes name brand boutiques and international restaurants) the latest star of this luxury complex is the just-opened rooftop Zuma Cannes Book a seat on the terrace with a dreamy view of the Lérins Islands across the bay and order up a storm of delicious Izakaya-style dishes including a special toro maki or beef tartare with Sancho pepper Head downstairs to the Palm Beach cabaret Medusa hosting live nightly shows in an extravagant decor of gold it turns into a club where the party rages until dawn In a town with a roaring late-night club scene, start with drinks at buzzy Kinugawa, an indoor/outdoor Japanese restaurant set back in an olive grove on the Route des Plages where live DJs crank up the decibels in a starlit setting. It was a perfect storm: I would be in Antibes without Julian for two weeks in January and the owner of the charming rental house a three minute walk out our back door was making the property available at a special rate since it was offseason and would otherwise be empty We only had a few days and I wanted Melanie to get an idea of what Antibes and the area in general was like so it all had to be planned with precision; I chose carefully and it worked and I had discussed her coming to Antibes sometime and this just fell into place Melanie arrived in Nice on the Friday afternoon after Epiphany and was picked up by Didier devoted lover of Chrome Hearts jewelry and a biker complete with Yorkie named Fat Boy and more tattoos than you can count two daughters and a devoted wife who used to have an organic cosmetics boutique Didier’s tales of Hog conventions have entertained us for years especially the time there was a violent wind storm and all the merchandise from the concessions was blown away never to be seen again The house was not ready when Melanie arrived so we sat on my terrace overlooking the Mediterranean while she had a late lunch (she was astounded when I told her I had cooked the lamb) We then strolled over to Tom’s spacious house complete with Nespresso coffeemaker dishwasher and laundry (although I doubt Melanie would be making use of these facilities) and any other necessity for a pleasant stay The evening consisted of cocktails (rosé champagne our house pour) on our terrace and dinner at the charming restaurant (L’Arazur) hidden behind the main street whose chef also has a gourmet shop in the new part of town The chef is a member of the elite Jeune Restaurateurs (JRE) which is what the name suggests young restaurateurs; there are 28 in France Saturday morning after a walk through the famous market only steps from our houses it was off to Saint Paul de Vence and two thirds of what I call the “Perfect Day” which consists of a visit to the Fondation Maeght and its spectacular view from the hills down to the sea and naturally the extraordinary art collection of 20th century and contemporary art highlighted by the sculpture garden entrance with rotating sculptures from the collection including Calder Moore and Louise Bourgeois and the famous Pol Bury fountain Showcased on the Giacometti terrace are to be found the Walking Man and Large Head and around the corner the Miro garden and fountains surrounding Sert’s signature architecture and Julian’s favorite Not to be missed was the Saint-Bernard Chapel with the stained glass window by Georges Braque Village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence – Pebble paved streets My dear friend Veronique who used to have the gallery across from the Picasso Museum in Antibes picked us up at the Fondation and took us to the perched village of Saint Paul de Vence where we had lunch taking the long route to enjoy the extraordinary view of the countryside below Saint Paul Lunch in Saint Paul to me is the second part of the perfect day but to make it truly perfect the second part has to be lunch at the Colombe d’Or across from the pétanque pitch where Yves Montand would while away the hours playing boules with the locals Unfortunately the Colombe d’Or was closed for their annual vacation but we were able to take a peek into the famous terrace where we have lunch at least once every summer with everyone always ordering the lobster salad and two green salads with summer truffles for the table After lunch and a walk around the steep pebble paved streets of Saint Paul and the endless art galleries with glossy giant cherries Disney characters and nudes galore we stopped at the elegant Maison Godet which takes you back to a romantic time in 1921 when the perfume house was founded but had vanished until Sophie gave it new life in 2017 after she discovered her grandfather’s collection of perfume bottles Now revived with both original and new scents irresistible perfumed pastel colored soaps with flowers in high relief creams and candles are again available including “Folie Blue” a scent with rose jasmine and cedar wood made famous by Henriette Darricarrere Recently the Maison Godet created “Le Negresco” a perfume exclusively available at the famous Hotel Negresco in Nice each of us leaving the obligatory stone on top of it and then Veronique taking the scenic route through the woods dropped us off at the spare and elegant blue and white Matisse Chapel in Vence built in gratitude to the nun who had nursed the famous painter during his cancer recovery cocktails on the terrace and dinner at Le Vauban the local semi-gastronomic restaurant whose chef is also a member of the JRE Sunday it was bouillabaisse at Le Bistrot du Port in Golf Juan the town where Napoleon landed on his return from Elba and an annual recreation of that event takes place A trip to the south of France would not be complete without bouillabaisse There are only two restaurants near us which serve this saffron laced creation (the other being the Maison de Bacon now under new ownership which closes for January and February as do many establishments after Epiphany making planning a bit tricky) as two others were demolished because of the law that states the coastline belongs to the people There was a big blow up about the demolition of Tetou with Robert De Niro leading the charge but the law is the law and so Tetou was demolished some insisting that there are only certain fish that can be used some insisting shellfish and bivalves can be tossed in but no matter what camp you choose to support the silky saffron soup with at least four different kinds of fish the garlic rubbed croutons that you prepare and float on the soup topped with “rouille” which is called that due to its rust color saffron mayonnaise are standard and help make the dish the heavenly treat that it is After lunch a visit to the Picasso Museum where the famous artist lived for nine months creating dozens of works just steps from my house with its extensive collection of his ceramics created at Madoura in nearby Vallauris and the painting by another famous resident of Antibes “Le Concert” was a must along with some time on the herb planted sculpture terrace overlooking the sea with works by Giacometti We then sat on my terrace for what was left of the afternoon with cocktails and a light dinner in the market Monday was a white table cloth lunch on the beach in Cannes at La Mome Plage La Mome (the kid) was the nickname of Edith Piaf but surprisingly the restaurant group is named after Suzanne Vreurick who was a flower seller then singer in 1920’s Paris who married very well and became known as La Mome Moineau; she and her husband spent time in their Villa Bagatelle in Cannes giving lavish parties and so the identical twin brothers from Lyon choose to name their group after her The ever expanding La Mome group has four restaurants in Cannes and a spectacular rooftop restaurant at the Hotel Port Palace in Monte Carlo with views of the sea Lunch at La Meme Plage (beach) is an experience like no other with the sea in the distance sunbathers only meters away even in January and the famous Croisette a short flight of stairs above The restaurant comes complete with DJ in homage to La Mome which reminded us we were in Suzanne Moineau’s Cannes Before heading back to Antibes we had a Negroni at the recently expanded and remolded legendary Carlton hotel No visit to Cannes is complete without a cocktail at The Carlton and a walk along the Croisette and rue d’Antibes for shopping window and otherwise where every designer and jeweler has a boutique: Dior Didier picked up Melanie Tuesday morning at 5:30 to catch her flight to Paris and connections back to the States It was a wonderful long weekend with non-stop talking and rosé champagne It seems that when his humans went on an extended trip they left our favorite feline with cousins in Switzerland It did not take our boy long to make new friends and find new places to stalk whatever was available that day still disappointed that his overgrown succulent garden in Antibes had been replaced by a cactus garden and the shade providing dumpsters permanently removed Little does Igloo know that he has been replaced by a dog which is probably just as well ShareSaveCommentLifestyle TravelA Great Gatsby Getaway In AntibesByErica Firpo and that green light was exactly why I brought her here I wanted my daughter to fall in love with a story and Belles Rives has one of the best the beautiful boutique hotel resting at the edge of the glistening blues of the Cote d’Azur was just another seaside home Villa Saint Louis But its guests were the most iconic couple of the Lost Generation - F Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald and their daughter Scottie The Fitzgeralds lived and loved at Villa Saint Louis during their three year sojourn Scott finished Great Gatsby while taking in the views of Cannes and Ilse de Saint Margureite The coastline is dotted with villas and docks and flickering in the distance are red and green lights to warn incoming boats Daisy’s beckoning green light could very well been inspired the blinking green dock lights just off the Belles Rives coast More (Photo by: Photo12/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) The Fitzgerald’s lived a never calendar of swimming and sunbathing Their riveriea life fuelled Fitzgerald’s 1935 Tender is the Night a semi-autobiographical novel that begins under a beach umbrella in Cap d’Antibes the Cote d’Azur and the French Riviera had become a playground for the avant-garde -artists Villa Saint Louis was rebuilt and opened as Belles Rives quickly becoming the destination for riviera escapes Today’s Belles Rives is a luxe boutique of 43 rooms under the tenure of Marianne and son Antoine Estène-Chauvin They’ve kept Belles Rives to the charm of the 1920s and 30s with its beautiful Art Deco decor from the very tiny details like he original wrought iron door handles on the large terrace doors and the Jean Cocteau drawing on the menu at the Plages Belles Rives restaurant to the contemporary Hermes wallpaper Fitzgerald’s beloved Cote d’Azur panorama remains untouched and from dawn to dusk it is a magnificent technicolor light show where the hours are marked by Belles Rives habitueès lobster divers tread across the pebbly beach and dive under the dock boats are out skimming water-skiers across the glass-like water (On a side note,waterskiing was invented here in the late 1950s) a bathing-capped swimmer begins her daily laps while singing opera arias the sunbathers migrate from the dock to the terrace and Bar Fitzgerald A member of the Cafés Historiques et Patrimoniaux d’Europe Bar Fitzgerald has had a charmed life and its 2023 incarnation even more so The Estène-Chauvins removated the space with more lighter colours more natural light and a reorientation of the bar to its throne in front of wall-to ceiling fresco mapping out the Cote d’Azur One balmy evening in the first days of June guests and international literati crowd Bar Fitzgerald guzzling down gin and tonics as they await the winner of the Prix Fitzgerald Created in 2011 the Fitzgerald Prize is annual literary award given to an author who evokes the spirit of Great Gatsby author in his or her own prose and published in French during that literary year Whit Stillman and Jeffrey Eugenides are just a few of the Prix winners the award culminates with the entire party - guests winners- jumping into dark blue water with Fitzgerald flair Thinking of it as keeping Daisy’s green light on The 2023 Prix Fitzgerald takes place on June 9 and nominees are Quentin Tarantino ShareSaveCommentLifestyle TravelWhy You Need To Stop In Antibes, A French Riviera Gem, This SummerByCatherine Sabino Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights Catherine Sabino is an editor and author who writes about travel.Follow AuthorApr 30 08:30am EDTShareSaveCommentThis article is more than 2 years old.A view of the historic center in Antibes on the French Riviera Antibes is an inviting place to be—always—but especially in 2023 the annual don’t-miss-it jazz festival in July (Photo by RALPH GATTI/AFP via Getty Images) points out in an essay written for the accompanying catalogue Picasso’s final pieces demonstrated an “inventiveness in perpetual metamorphosis,” even though the artist liked to answer critics of his late-life paintings by saying I do worse.” (Picasso worked until shortly before his death.) This show is part of an international commemoration called the Picasso Celebration (1973-2023) with roughly 50 exhibitions to be held throughout Europe and North America visit the Upcoming Exhibitions section for Musée National Picasso-Paris) The great Ray Charles (1930-2004) performing at Jazz à Juan in Antibes Count Basie and Dizzy Gillespie over the course of its forty-three-year history focuses on “constantly renewed jazz,” whatever the form Held in an open-air concert space a short distance from the beach Top performers on the lineup this summer include the young star Samara Joy who won two Grammys earlier this year (for Best New Artist and Best Jazz Vocal Album) and the much acclaimed Branford Marsalis Quartet The Festival weeks are a great time to be in Antibes—with marching bands dans les rues art shows and guided tours also in the mix Bastille Day (July 14) falls in the middle of the jazz festivities with the best vantage point from the Route du Bord de Mer For the ultimate in grand holiday glamour, it’s hard to beat a stay at the Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc perched in a pristine compound awash in umbrella pines lavender and roses and surrounded by the sparkling Mer Mediterranee Artists like Chagall and Picasso (he once designed the hotel restaurant’s menu) came here as did some of the the biggest names of the 20th century particularly during the Cannes Festival—the property is noted for its tranquil privacy New this year among the hotel’s many services and amenities is the Dior Spa Eden-Roc described by the hotel as a “sensory” haven with an onyx affusion-shower room for hydrotherapy treatments and post-sauna ice fountain among the offerings along with new customizable treatments called Dioriginels Rituals The hotel's infinity pool overlooking the sea The hotel’s sumptuous suites were renovated in anticipation of the upcoming summer season with their design overseen by Countess Bergit Gräfin Douglas of MM-Design Frankfurt Douglas turned to such venerable luxury houses as Pierre Frey Loro Piana and Manuel Canovas when selecting fabrics for the new decor styled in a seaside-friendly palette of ivory a private dwelling with its own swimming pool that opened last year is the largest of the hotel’s villa rental options Wherever you stay make sure to try the signature Eden-Roc Splash cognac and raspberries; a great place to raise a glass is in the hotel’s famous Bar Bellini overlooking the property’s Grande Allée and the water designed by star architect Bernard Dubois In other lodging news, the Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel a five-star Relais & Châteaux property just underwent a complete redo overseen by star Belgian architect Bernard Dubois with specific designs for each of the pristinely modern rooms Most of the 35 rooms and suites in the hotel face the sea with views that look out to the Lérins Islands The legendary Piano Bar Fitzgerald gets a revamp The Hotel Belles Rives was once a private villa rented by writer F Long a must-stop for visitors to the south of France, the Piano Bar Fitzgerald in the fabled Hotel Belles Rives (once a private villa rented by F modern fabrics and a refresh of the space’s famous red chandeliers the bar is open from 3 to 11 PM for cocktails and dining; there’s live piano music in the evening La Villa Port D’Antibes & Spa is located near the port and historic center If you want to stay close to the historic center in Antibes, book at La Villa Port D’Antibes & Spa Located near the harbor and ancient city ramparts the property is part of La Villa hotels group Le 1932 Hotel & Spa Cap D’Antibes-MGallery a rooftop pool and seaside terrace restaurant You will dine very well in Antibes—there are dozens of restaurants and many with stunning waterfront settings Insider favorites include La Maison de Bâcon a classic fish restaurant known for its bouillabaisse and wood-fire grilled fish Since 2021 it’s been under new management with a new chef Nicolas Davouze (an alum of Alain Ducasse’s Le Louis XV and Le Bristol) Also not to miss is the festive Villa Djunah cream-colored waterside palace with lush gardens It’s the type of place you’ll want to linger—and can In addition to the restaurant (focusing on Middle Eastern Mediterranean cuisine) night club (on weekends and after 11:30 PM) the villa is also the setting for a chic beach club fronting the Baie de Juan-les-Pins The property hosts a popular Sunday brunch We noticed you're using an outdated browser. To get the best experience please visit the Browse Happy site to download a better browser By Lydia Fontes on Nov 25 2024 8:19am Strolling along the streets of Antibes on the French Riviera, one can expect to see picturesque beaches, a bustling daily market and sunny squares dotted with cafés and patisseries. Now, this seaside city is welcoming another site, the new office of UK outfit Penningtons Manches Cooper Nestled between Cannes and Nice on the French south-east coast Antibes is home to the largest yachting harbour in Europe and plays host to the Antibes Yacht Show each spring It is this close association with the yachting industry that has drawn Penningtons to the sun-soaked region Penningtons is the first UK-headquartered firm to set up base in the seaside resort town which, as of 2017, has a recorded population of just over 70,000. It has followed fellow yachting legal powers HFW and Hill Dickinson to the Riviera both of which have opened offices up the road in Monaco “It is such a significant step to add to our international network a base in Antibes the heartland of the superyacht industry in the Mediterranean We believe it makes a real difference being in situ and look forward to the opportunities that this expansion brings for us and our clients” The Antibes hub will be Penningtons’ second French office the firm having put down roots in Paris in 2007 Penningtons’ Parisian base has earned a name for itself in naval construction disputes which the firm will be hoping to build on by establishing a presence in Antibes The Legal Cheek Firms Most List 2025 shows Penningtons takes on 14 trainees each year in their UK offices but international secondments seem to be few and far between A firm spokesperson told Legal Cheek that while formal secondment opportunities to Antibes are not planned in the near future trainees will likely have the chance to work on Antibes-related matters it seems the dream secondment might have to wait a little longer Advice for trainees – if you really want to go there You’ve been roleplaying as a Kirkland NQ for at least 8 years (I remember seeing your comments when I was a fresher) Feels a bit sad when I see your comments at this point the Kirks arent even the top paying paying US firm in London anymore (though of course still a good whack no one is denying this) so the “joke” just totally fails to land anymore Maybe Kirkland NQ has been held back on account of lack of taste given the penchant for lambos and living in Chelsea both indicative signs of incredibly questionable taste LLM student Sean Doig compares the arbitral regimes of the two countries UK player to merge with shipping specialist to create new £90 million outfit Registered in England and Wales with Company Number 08037587 Hosted by Clook which is why summer is always booked out at this pink-splashed hotel SaveLog in or to save articleShareCopy link Share via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe Cap d’Antibes may well be the most upmarket and chic locale on France’s Côte d’Azur has a couple of advantages shared by very few places on the entire coast: a private beach a Michelin-starred restaurant with glass walls that rise and fall electrically depending on the weather Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. 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A French theme park said Wednesday that it would close early next year over a 2021 law banning shows featuring marine mammals including the two last orcas in captivity in the country Animal activists have been angered by Marineland's plans to transfer its two killer whales to Japan a move France's ecology minister said she opposed over Tokyo's more lax animal welfare laws Marineland was hit by a firestorm of controversy in March after two of its orcas died within five months of each other has some 4,000 animals from 150 different species But visitor numbers have dropped from 1.2 million a year to just 425,000 over the last decade The November 2021 law "banning cetacean shows means that Marineland will have to envisage this closure" in January 2025 adding 90 percent of its visitors come for its orca and dolphin performances Marineland has until December 2026 to part with its two remaining killer whales The priority is to "relocate all of the animals to the best facilities currently available" But the planned move of its last two orcas -- both born in captivity -- to Japan is unacceptable France's Ecology Minister Agnes Pannier-Runacher told Franceinfo radio last month there is not extensive regulation concerning animal welfare," she argued ShareSaveCommentBETAThis is a BETA experience. opt-out hereLifestyle Boats & PlanesAntibes Opens Yacht Club To Rival Monaco And CannesByRachel Ingram, Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Rachel Ingram is a reporter who covers superyachts and private jets ShareSaveCommentInternational Yacht Club Antibes Monaco and Cannes have been considered the jewels of the French Riviera yachting scene for many years, but a few kilometers down the coast, another port is rising to fight for the crown. Antibes, with its quaint, historic old town and picturesque wall-lined harbour, has long appealed to yacht owners, but in the past it has lost the custom of larger yachts to its more famous neighbours. That all could change. Congratulations on the inauguration. Please talk us through the renovation project to date. We took over the management of Port Vauban in 2017 and for the past five years, we’ve started to renovate. The global envelope is €135 million and our mission is to completely renovate the entire Port Vauban, includes now the International Yacht Club of Antibes. Before, it was two separate companies – now it’s only one. We started the renovation by what used to be the Key Grand Pleasant. The key here is brand new. Many of the major works we’ve been doing are not visible because they’re underground – we’ve re-done all the electricity, all the water pumping and everything – so now we've got now for all the latest facilities and amenities for all the megayachts. Our competition is Cannes and Monaco, as well as now Porto Montenegro and Barcelona, so we had to really renovate. But what’s special is that, because the key is inaccessible to the public, we are the only port to be able to provide confidentiality and security to our client. With what's going on in the world, our clients are looking for the commitment of confidentiality and security, and we are able to provide that. The bar at International Yacht Club Antibes The reception at International Yacht Club Antibes What can guests look forward to at the new yacht club? The previous building on the key was destroyed and we've rebuilt the brand-new yacht club with modern facilities. We've got meeting rooms, sports facilities with a studio gym, and a crew center dedicated to the crew – for us, it's very important to be able to welcome the crew in the best condition. They also have a lounge that’s open from six in the morning. We've then got the lounge bar on the first floor. The unique thing is that we didn’t want to have a lounge bar only open for the clients – we wanted the bar to also receive the crew. This is a new trend that’s different from the old ways of the superyacht industry. Now the captain really wants to bond with their team – they don't want to have this separation. And this is the spirit of the yacht club. A meeting room at International Yacht Club Antibes The gym at International Yacht Club Antibes What’s your ultimate goal for the new yacht club? We always say that Antibes was the capital of the yachting industry. I think for a few years, we lost a bit of appeal because we were not to the up to the level of our competition. Our goal is to become again the capital of the yachting industry. Would you say Port Vauban is very different from the ports in Monaco and Cannes? The exterior of International Yacht Club Antibes Now that we have finished the renovation of this key, we are jumping across to the Monaco Marine side to start now the renovation over there. We are doing it area by area. We don't want to put all the ports into renovation as it will be too much for clients, so we’ll do it in different phases. In three years time, we will end up by the Capitainerie where the next works will be undertaken. And then it will be all done. Menu.page-304338038{--slot4:#1f7c1d;--slot7:#1f7c1d;--slot11:#1f7c1d;--slot13:#1f7c1d;--slot14:#1f7c1d;--metaColor:#1f7c1d;--navColor:#1f7c1d}(Travel) the French Riviera brims with beautiful little towns that serve up a slice of seaside sophistication without the suffocating summer crowds — and often for a fraction of the cost Antibes has plenty of posh attributes — some of the largest yachts in the region dock at the Port Vauban marina magnificent villas dot the Cap d’Antibes peninsula and sybarites decamp to the exclusive Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc — but it's decidedly more low-key and less pretentious than its fancier French Riviera neighbors stone-clad Old Town is replete with cozy bistros Cultural attractions include the Picasso Museum and the star-shaped Fort Carré while Juan-les-Pins offers beaches and nightlife If you’re looking for a luxe yet easygoing Côte d'‘zur escape @romainreglade/@hotelducapedenrocPerched on the tip of the leafy Cap d’Antibes peninsula, Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc The epitome of exclusivity and seaside glamour Everyone from the Kennedys to the Kardashians has stayed at the five-star grande dame throughout its illustrious history and Ernest Hemingway (the latter most likely at the bar) Rita Hayworth and Aly Khan famously spent time canoodling in the private cabanas A-listers came out in droves for the lavish wedding of Sophia Richie and Elliot Grainge The term “barefoot luxury” gets tossed around a lot, but Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel very much falls into that category A relaxed retreat for discerning sun-seekers the property presents a sublime opportunity to lounge under pretty pink umbrellas right on the sand and bliss out in the pool with hydromassage jets Stylish interiors give off modern meet meets retro vibes and the thoughtful service takes a stay to the next level At a lower price point, though certainly not lacking in panache, Hôtel La Villa Cap d’Antibes welcomes guests with warm hospitality and a more contemporary aesthetic There’s also an outdoor heated pool that’s open from mid-May to mid-October and a single treatment cabin for blissful massages @royalbeach_antibesDuring a summer holiday in the South of France playing typically translates to catching rays and sipping rosé by the water The hive of seaside activity in Antibes buzzes around Juan-les-Pins In comparison to the exclusive beach clubs of Saint Tropez, the coastal haunts on this sun-kissed stretch of the French Riviera still feel upscale but a lot more laid-back. Hélios Plage is a chic beachside retreat for basking in the sun or lazing under shaded lounge chairs and savoring fresh seafood in a chill environment the area turns up with cocktail bars and nightclubs Of course, Juan-les-Pins isn’t the only place for a beach day or a refreshing dip. At Plage du Ponteil, a 10-minute walk from the center of Antibes, Parisians escaping balmy summers in the city and travelers from around Europe roll out towels on the sand and wade into the ocean. For a more full-service setup, Royal Beach rents sunbeds and even towels on the sand or private dock steps from the waves All you have to bring is a swimsuit and SPF @antibestourismeAntibes brims with history and charm Its compact Old Town invites visitors to get lost wandering through the warren of cobbled streets shopping for breezy linen dresses at the boutiques and stopping for lunch at one of the al fresco eateries the star-shaped Fort Carré is a 16th century bastioned fortification Port Vauban marina — where some of the largest yachts in the French Riviera dock — and the sparkling Baie des Anges are not to be missed As photogenic a destination as anywhere in the South of France the Cap d’Antibes peninsula beckons tourists to go on scenic strolls Travelers looking to get closer to nature and work up a sweat can hike the coastal trails and footpaths @leptitcageotStart the day at Marché Provençal, a traditional covered market full of vendors selling everything from seasonal produce and spices to fresh-baked baguettes and olive tapenades. Fans of baked goods should hit up Boulangerie Veziano a third-generation family-owned bakery that’s famed for its pissaladière (a traditional Provençal bread topped with caramelized onions) as well as croissants and other tempting pastries The staff will help suggest an interesting glass or bottle to pair with food or just enjoy on its own you might be able to snag one of the high-top tables on the cobbled lane for prime people watching alongside palate-pleasing pours ShareSaveCommentLifestyle TravelWorth Visiting On France’s Cote D’Azur: Mougins And Cap D’AntibesByLaurie Werner Laurie Werner is a New York-based writer covering travel and food.Follow AuthorJul 29 04:56pm EDTShareSaveCommentThe hilltop village of Mougins But that’s not the only reason to come to Mougins are still drawing heat-seeking gastro visitors But among the visitors now are also culture fanciers strolling the 30 galleries and ateliers in the town’s narrow stone streets and visiting museums packed with antiquities The Egyptian collection at Musee d'Art Classique de Mougins The standout in town is the Musee d'Art Classique de Mougins a museum displaying the private collection of British financier and local resident Christian Levett a history devotee who was drawn to the town in part due to its Roman and Greek origins: the village was built on the site of a Roman hilltop fort The three floors showcase the diversity of Levett’s collecting ranging from Roman coins and jewelry to ancient arms and armor and paintings But the entire collection will only be on view until the end of August when the museum closes for a transformation into The Musee D’Art Contemporain de Mougins displaying modern and contemporary art exhibitions opening in Spring Galleries on Rue des Orfèvres in the center of Mougins The private beach at Cap d'Antibes Beach Hotel It’s a calmer scene a floor up at Les Pêcheurs where the menu is largely determined by the seafood caught by the two fishermen who dock next to the hotel particularly “our friend Tony” who seems to specialize in red mullet and scorpion fish The elevated menu also lists the specific producers for every item But look out for Tony’s contributions and order whatever he’s brought in that day A room facing the sea at Cap d'Antibes Beach Hotel