🌊 A Glamorous Escape: Swetta’s French Riviera Summer Diary
The South of France has always carried an air of timeless elegance — glittering seas, legendary hotels, and evenings that turn into stories you’ll never forget. In early August, I finally ticked this dream off my bucket list with six unforgettable days along the French Riviera. From Nice to Cannes to Antibes, here’s how it all unfolded. ✨
✨ Day 1: Checking into Hotel Le Negresco, Nice
Nothing says Riviera chic quite like Hotel Le Negresco in Nice. With its pink dome, art-filled halls, and Belle Époque charm, this iconic hotel set the tone for the trip. A little sunshine at La Plage Beach Club made the arrival even sweeter.
📍 @hotel_lenegresco
🌆 Day 2: Strolling Through Cannes + Dinner at Le Maschou
The day was spent people-watching along Rue d’Antibes and soaking in the Cannes buzz. As evening fell, I tucked into a cozy wood-fire dinner at Le Maschou, a hidden gem where rustic charm meets unforgettable flavors.
📍 @lemaschou
🥂 Day 3: Carlton Glamour + La Môme Nights
The Riviera’s golden glamour shone brightest at the Carlton Hotel & Beach Club. From golden hour by the sea to midnight magic, dinner at La Môme transformed into a lively party — the essence of Cannes nightlife.
📍 @carltoncannes @carlton_beachclub @lamomecannes
🛍️ Day 4: Shopping La Croisette + Zuma Dinner
Retail therapy never felt this good — strolling along La Croisette, where luxury boutiques line the palm-fringed boulevard. The evening wrapped up at Zuma Cannes, where modern Japanese flavors met Riviera sparkle.
📍 @zumacannesofficial
🌿 Day 5: Antibes & Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc
A slow day in Antibes unfolded with coastal charm and an unforgettable lunch at the legendary Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc — a timeless Riviera landmark. Later, fine dining at Il Grande, Palm Beach Club made the evening magical.
📍 @hotelducapedenroc @ilgrandepalmbeach
🌊 Day 6: Yacht Day, Nammos Aperitifs & Baoli Nights
A sun-drenched day at sea capped the trip in true Riviera style. Aperitifs at Nammos Cannes, dinner between Il Grande, Nammos, or LPM Cannes, and a glittering night brought to life at Baoli Cannes — this was Riviera living at its peak.
📍 @nammoscannes @ilgrandepalmbeach @lpmrestaurants
🤍 A Bucket List Moment
Walking through the pine-lined driveway of Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, in a flowy white dress with the Mediterranean as a backdrop, felt like stepping into a film. Legends have passed through these halls, and now I understood why. Lunch by the water, the soft Riviera breeze, and golden sunsets made this stay unforgettable.
✈️ Save This Itinerary
From Nice’s timeless Le Negresco to the glamour of Cannes and the elegance of Antibes, this six-day Riviera escape blended luxury, charm, and endless golden hours. 🌊 Save this for your next summer escape to the French Riviera. ☀️🥂