Author: Sarah Vanheel

Sarah is the founder of Nice & Beyond and a French Riviera travel specialist with decades of firsthand experience exploring Nice and the Côte d’Azur.
  • Where to Stay in Antibes in 2026: Best Areas & Hotels

    Figuring out where to stay in Antibes matters more than you might expect. The town is beautifully spread out along the coast, and each area offers a very different experience, from the historic Old Town to the exclusive Cap d’Antibes and the lively resort feel…

  • Best Beaches in Menton: Where to Swim, Sunbathe & Relax

    With its palm-lined promenade and year-round sunshine, Menton is one of the most inviting places on the French Riviera for a beach day. What I love most about Menton’s beaches is the calm, clear water and the feeling that you’re at the sunniest edge of…

  • Best Beaches in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

    Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat may be small, but this pine-covered peninsula between Nice and Monaco hides some of the most beautiful coves on the French Riviera. Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat’s beaches are some of the most atmospheric on the Côte d’Azur: intimate, scenic, and never far from a postcard view. Each…

  • Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer Half-Day Trip (With Full-Day Option)

    A day trip from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer is one of the easiest and most rewarding escapes on the French Riviera. Just a short train or bus ride away, this colorful fishing village boasts a picturesque harbor, a medieval Old Town, golden beaches, and numerous seaside…

  • How to get From Nice to Antibes (6 Ways: Fastest & Cheapest)

    Planning a trip from Nice to Antibes? This laid-back seaside town is one of the easiest and most rewarding destinations on the Côte d’Azur. Famous for its atmospheric Old Town, expansive Port, sandy beaches, and leafy Cap d’Antibes, it’s a great choice for a relaxed…

  • Nice to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat Half-Day Trip (With Full-Day Option)

    Are you craving a peaceful escape from Nice’s urban buzz? Then a day trip to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is just what you need. This lush peninsula between Villefranche-sur-Mer and Beaulieu-sur-Mer is one of the most enchanting places on the Côte d’Azur. Just 30 minutes from Nice by…

  • Best Beaches in Antibes (including Cap d’Antibes)

    The best beaches in Antibes capture everything that makes this French Riviera town special: a picturesque setting and an easy mix of city life and coastal escape. It’s one of my favorite French Riviera towns to recommend for a beach day, thanks to the golden…

  • How to get from Nice to Menton (4 ways: cheapest & fastest)

    Planning a trip from Nice to Menton? This colorful border town is the last stop before Italy and offers a mellow, sun-soaked vibe that makes it one of the most delightful French Riviera destinations. With sandy beaches, a charming Old Town, and plenty of lemon-flavored…

  • Best Beaches in Villefranche-sur-Mer

    Villefranche-sur-Mer may be small, but its picturesque bay is home to some of the most stunning and inviting beaches on the French Riviera. I’ve visited this beautiful town many times, and it’s still one of my favorite places to spend a beach day. With turquoise…