Glitz and Glamour in Cannes France

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Cannes is famous for the annual Cannes Film Festival that is not only a celebration of the art of film-making but of the glamour and allure of show business as well. They could not have picked a better venue for this sensational event. Cannes is every bit as fascinating and sophisticated as the famous personalities that grace its affairs.

Cannes is nothing less than gorgeous. It has the ideal beach side location that the Cote d’Azur region of France is famous for. Cannes has become a famous playground for the rich and famous from all over the world. So, you can expect to find opulent mansions, luxurious resorts and magnificent chateaus dotting the area. There are also plenty of high-end designer stores and lavish restaurants to visit and enjoy. It’s certainly the perfect setting to celebrate the good life.

For more sun and sand action, summer is the perfect season to visit Cannes. It enjoys 12 hours of blissful sunshine from the months of May to September. So, you can frolic in the beach for as long as you want. You can spend the day enjoying several exciting water recreations or you can just hop on a boat or yacht and spend a lazy day tanning on deck in the middle of the sea.

For some French mystery, visit Ile St. Marguerite and take a look at the island prison of the legendary Man in the Iron Mask. It only takes 15 minutes by boat to reach this small island.

For a first hand look at the venue of the famous Film Festival, visit the Palais des Festival et de Congress. Nearby is another famous Cannes landmark - the convention center where hand prints of some famous celebrities can be found in flagstones outside the building.

Another must visit in Cannes is the Musee de la Castre. It’s a beautiful chateau that has been converted into an art museum. Aside from 19th century local paintings, the museum also displays a good collection of various musical instruments in different shapes and sizes. I highly recommend checking out the castle tower. It has one of the most breathtaking views of the Cannes landscape.

Looking for a place to chill out? Then it’s La Croissette time for you. It’s just a small sidewalk but it has all the quintessential glamour of this renowned French city. Relax in one of the many charming outside cafes in the area and you will have a great view of the beach and the beautiful people strolling around. It’s also one of the places to check out if you are looking for the perfect souvenir for your trip.

World-class dining is just a few steps away in Cannes. Whether you fancy French, Italian, or Japanese cuisine, you can have your preferred bite in one of the many top-notch restaurants in the region.

Finally, there are countless entertainment options in Cannes as well. If you are feeling lucky, there are several casinos to choose from such as the Casino Croisette, Casino des Princes and the Palm Beach Casino. If you want to immerse yourself in culture, there are regular traditional theatre productions performed at the popular Escape Miramar or the Alexandre III theatres.

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