European Beaches

As one of Europe’s most cherished beach destinations, Côte d’Azur is located on the heart of the French South-eastern coast, and is home to some of the best known luxury resorts in the world. For centuries, European travelers have vacationed in the area, which has become a favorite destination for global celebrities and politicians, ranging from European royalty to American pop stars. Centered around the city of Nice, a variety of well known resort towns are found in the region including Cannes, home of the famous film festival, as well as Monaco, a favored destination for the world’s wealthiest citizens.

Throughout its history, the Riviera has been influenced by a wide variety of cultures including the ancient Greeks and Romans, along with modern French culture stemming from the country’s royal traditions. In the 19th century, the coastline became a prime destination for British, American and Italian travelers who began to extensively develop the area with villas, railways and a variety of entertainment venues. At the heart of the area, the Monaco Royalty developed a number of casinos and high-end resorts to cater to the world’s most discerning travelers, including British royalty. In the wake of the Second World War, the Cannes Film Festival highlighted the Riviera’s role in world culture, which has been held annually dating back to 1946.

Along the coastal area, a wide variety of resort towns feature world class beaches and accommodations, including Antibes, Villenuve Loubet, Saint Raphael and Cannes, among others. With a sunny, hot climate during the summer and a mild winter, travelers can enjoy the beaches year round, although the vacation season from February to August; this season features a wide variety of Festivals ranging from the Cannes International Film Festival to the Grand Prix Monaco Formula One Races (in May) to the Nice Jazz Festival in July, rounding out a complete entertainment tradition.

With a rich tradition dating back to the mid-19th century, Edenroc Hotel du Cap has been a staple resort on the French Riviera. Over the years, the Hotel has earned a well-deserved reputation as one of the finest resorts in the region and has hosted a wide range of celebrities over the years, ranging from Ernest Hemingway to global film stars.

Located just off the Cape d’Antibes, the resort is situated on a private 22-acre park with its own sculpted rose gardens, which make it an ideal destination for romantic travelers. The entire natural surroundings are splendid, with breathtaking ocean views nestled by nearby tree forests that make for excellent, relaxing strolls. On the campus of the resort, you can enjoy a relaxation pool which has been carved into the cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean, which is meticulously overseen by the attentive waiting staff.

For those looking to venture out into the water, the Hotel has lunch-time private yacht excursions, as well as private beach tours available for guests. While the resort can be pricey (up to $1,000 during peak seasons), the luxurious amenities make for a timeliness, unforgettable vacation. Travelers during off-peak days can save considerably on room rates, and can still enjoy the well-appointed rooms and legendary guest services.

With just 121 rooms, the resort provides exceptional services and is among the world’s top rated luxury resorts. Each room is inspired by Napoleonic architecture, featuring 18th century antique furniture as well as modern spa and cuisine amenities. The hotel’s famous Le Billini bar is carves from genuine Corinthian limestone and serves an electric set of cuisine to cap off the perfect day of relaxation.