Area Guides France

COTE D'AZUR

This legendary stretch of coastline is without doubt the best known in the world: stunningly beautiful peninsulas, medieval hilltop villages, elegant ports and a wide choiceof fine beaches; luxurious waterfront villas; golf courses and water sports; museums and art galleries; boutiques, antique shops and gourmet venues; palace hotels, rococo casinos and a vibrant nightlife.

CORSICA

This exquisite island – "the jewel in the Mediterranean Crown" – remains quite unspoilt: mountains and rocky outcrops dramatically plunging down to the sea; pristine beaches and limpid azure-coloured waters; hilltop villages, vineyards and olive groves; a unique gastronomy and incomparable fresh seafood; and a year-round temperate climate.

THE SAINT TROPEZ PENINSULA

The Saint Tropez peninsula is probably the most beautiful part of the South of France: a magical combination of vast pine forests, exquisite countryside, vineyards, fine, sandy beaches, and medieval hilltop villages; golf, polo, stylish beach clubs, and, of course, the excitement and elegance of Saint Tropez itself with quayside cafés, restaurants, a citadel and legendary nightlife.

PROVENCE

This diverse area – the Garden of France – excites the senses: beautiful mountain ranges; air delicately perfumed with the scent of wild herbs; châteaux, Roman ruins and ancient hilltop villages; vineyards, orchards and olive groves; superb cuisine based on the freshness of local produce; a temperate climate and a host of world-class cultural events centred on Avignon and Aix-en-Provence.