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.
  • 15 Best Things to Do in Antibes, France (2026 Travel Guide)

    Looking for the best things to do in Antibes? This picturesque French Riviera city, tucked between Nice and Cannes, is packed with historic charm, sandy beaches, and stunning viewpoints. Located just 25 minutes from Nice by train, Antibes is a convenient day trip but also…

  • Nice in winter: Complete guide to the French Riviera’s off-season

    Are you considering visiting Nice in winter but unsure if there’s enough to do to keep you busy? Then this guide is exactly what you need to plan your low-season getaway! Nice doesn’t hibernate. In fact, the city was a famed winter resort long before…

  • Christmas Market in Nice: 2026 Dates and Highlights

    Are you planning to celebrate Christmas in Nice in 2026 and wondering what to expect? Then this is the Nice Christmas market guide you need to plan your winter getaway! It includes practical information, such as the dates and times, zooms in on the top…

  • How to Get from Nice to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (7 Ways)

    Planning a day trip to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat from Nice? This chic yet low-key peninsula lies just east of Nice, between Villefranche-sur-Mer and Beaulieu-sur-Mer. Known for Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, scenic bays, and blissful beaches, it’s one of the most rewarding (half-)day escapes on the French Riviera….

  • 9 Best Things to Do in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France (2026)

    Are you planning to visit Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and wondering how to spend your time? This complete guide of things to do in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is a great place to start. Nestled between Villefranche-sur-Mer and Beaulieu-sur-Mer and just a stone’s throw from Nice, this verdant peninsula boasts crystal-clear waters, scenic…

  • Scenic coastal walk from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer: Route + map

    If you’re visiting Nice and looking for a scenic, relaxing, and accessible way to explore the French Riviera coastline, the walk from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer is a must-do. This picturesque coastal trail, or Sentier du Littoral, wraps around the foot of Mont Boron, which forms the Cap…

  • 20 Family-friendly Hotels in Nice with Rooms that Fit Your Entire Clan

    Are you coming up empty on finding family rooms in Nice when planning your French Riviera family vacation? This selection of family hotels in Nice is exactly what you’re looking for. Nice makes for an excellent travel base for families exploring the French Riviera: it’s…

  • How to get from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer

    Planning a trip from Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer? This idyllic coastal gem is situated just east of Nice, on the opposite side of the cape formed by Mont Boron. Contrary to the glamorous Côte d’Azur destinations, Villefranche-sur-Mer shines in simplicity. Its spectacular natural bay setting and…

  • 12 Best Things to Do in Villefranche-sur-Mer (2026 Travel Guide)

    Looking for the best things to do in Villefranche-sur-Mer? Just east of Nice, this postcard-perfect seaside town curves around one of the most beautiful bays on the Côte d’Azur. Its pastel-painted Old Town, sandy beach, and dramatic harbor setting make it a favorite stop for…