Nice, France
Right in the heart of the action on the pulsating (and pricey) Cote d’Azur
Nice is perhaps the French city in which to see and be seen. It boasts not only some of France’s most golden beaches (and therefore most golden people) but a blinged-up waterfront of superyachts, WAG-stuffed boutiques for super-shopping and achingly trendy clubs and cocktail bars. What’s not to like about it?
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Destination overview
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| Language: | French | |
| Currency: | Euro | |
| Time zone: | GMT +1 hour (GMT +2 hours in summer) | |
| Flight Time: | 2 hours 25 | |
| Holiday type: | Beach, Summer sun, City break | |
| Weather: | Average maximum temperature: 14.8°C Rainfall: 804mm a year |
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Must see:
It’s impossible to be an Englishman abroad in Nice and not do the celebrated walk along the Promenade des Anglais – named in your honour.
Must eat at:
A Nice institution, Le Chantecler is the best – and arguably most expensive – restaurant in town. Save your euros and book in advance, then let your tastebuds do the walking to 37 Promenade des Anglais. None of your senses will be disappointed.
Must be there for:
One of the key events on the French Riviera in the ‘quiet season’, the Nice Carnival celebrates its 125th anniversary in the last two weeks of February 2008 with a suitably understated theme - ‘King of Masquerades’.
Well-travelled tips:
- If you’re travelling further afield, don’t leave the ferry to chance. Places are limited, especially in high season, so always book ahead and don’t risk turning up on spec.
- Get your art in gear and pay homage to some of Europe’s finest painters while you’re here. Nice is home to both the Musee Chagall and the Musee Matisse.
Visa:
British citizens do not need a visa to visit France.
Travel in style
Jet off for summer on the French Riviera from East Midlands Airport. The private jet set’s favourite French Riviera airports include Nice, Cannes, Avignon, St Tropez and helicopter transfers across the French Riviera to Monaco.
East Midlands - Nice - East Midlands
Aircraft type: Cessna Mustang
Flight time:2:15 hrs
Seats: 4
3 night return from £9 800* Get a quote
East Midlands – Aix en Provence - East Midlands
Aircraft type: Beech KingAir
Flight time: 2:30hrs
Seats: 8
3 night return from £9 800* Get a quote
*Prices shown are estimate prices, based on the hire of the whole aircraft and are subject to aircraft availability.