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The Gardens of Provence and the French Riviera

Author : Michel Racine
Publisher : MIT Press (MA)
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book The Gardens of Provence and the French Riviera written by Michel Racine and published by MIT Press (MA). This book was released on 1987 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the "bastides " of Provence to the affluent gardens along the Riviera, this book unfolds an entirely new vista of garden designs, images, and experiences. The over 500 illustrations, including 375 in full color, depict a rich and fascinating area of France where gardens have been at the center of social life for centuries.These are contrasting types of gardens - the provencal "bastides " dating from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries retain the geometrical character of Renaissance gardens, while the garden culture of the coastal enclaves softens lines and forms with recollections of romantic Italy and Victorian England, and exploits the possibilities of luxuriant trees and shrubs. Yet these opposite types are united by their various responses to the challenges of a shared cluster of microclimates.Sections of the book that discuss the social, economic, and climatic conditions of the area are followed by detailed and illustrated entries on 50 individual gardens. Each is described along with its history, and both plants and features such as fountains, statuary, and pergolas are itemized. A plan of each garden, accompanied by numerous views, makes this section of fundamental importance to the history of French gardens and - since many late nineteenth and early twentieth century gardens on the Riviera were created by international designers like Ferdinand Bac and Harold Peto - to the literature of modern garden history.Michel Racine is an architect for the Ministry of Housing. He and his coauthors Ernest Boursier-Mougenot and Francoise Binet are founding members of the Association for the Art of Landscapes and Gardens.

Gardens of the French Riviera

Author : Louisa Jones
Publisher : Flammarion-Pere Castor
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gardens of the French Riviera written by Louisa Jones and published by Flammarion-Pere Castor. This book was released on 2002 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The terraced hillsides, rocky capes, and secluded coves of the French Riviera provide some of the world's most spectacular garden settings, and its delightful climate has drawn legendary figures in the arts, literature, and international society since the eighteenth century. In this beautifully designed volume, Louisa Jones turns her gardening and literary talents to the magnificent gardens of the French Riviera, some beloved by visitors for over a century, but most private and hitherto unphotographed. The author's love of plants and gardening really shines through in the text that weaves history, charming anecdotes, and a detailed description of the gardens and plants featured, from the Rothschild villa to the rustic vigor of a well-tended olive grove. Abundantly illustrated with stunning photographs by Vincent Motte, and complete with a list of gardens to visit as well as a buyer's guide to the best nurseries and plant suppliers in the region, Gardens of the French Riviera is a marvelous gift for any garden lover planning to visit the South of France.

Gardens of Provence and the Côte D'Azur

Author : Marie-Françoise Valéry
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9783822816097
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (16 download)

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Download or read book Gardens of Provence and the Côte D'Azur written by Marie-Françoise Valéry and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Gardens of Provence and the Côte D'Azur

Author : Marie-Françoise Valéry
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9783822874318
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (743 download)

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Download or read book Gardens of Provence and the Côte D'Azur written by Marie-Françoise Valéry and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Gardens in Provence

Author : Louisa Jones
Publisher : Flammarion-Pere Castor
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gardens in Provence written by Louisa Jones and published by Flammarion-Pere Castor. This book was released on 2002 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever since the nineteenth century Provence has fascinated its numerous visitors. The heart of Provence-the lower Rhone valley-offers an incomparable range of sites: Roman ruins, winding Renaissance hill towns, and labyrinthine grottoes dominated by lofty peaks. Yet the gardens of Provence have remained as secret as the region itself is celebrated. Gardens in Provence takes its readers on a fascinating private tour of some of the loveliest hidden treasures in the south of France. Author Louisa Jones spent more than five years visiting nearly two hundred gardens and her lively and informative text marries history and horticulture, conveying all the charm of the region. With its extensive plant list and visitor's guide, this book is an unending source of inspiration for garden lovers. Spectacular photographs by Vincent Motte capture all the color, beauty, and magic of this patch of heaven on earth.

Insight Guides: Provence & the French Riviera

Author : Insight Guides
Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited
ISBN 13 : 1780057717
Total Pages : 961 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (8 download)

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Download or read book Insight Guides: Provence & the French Riviera written by Insight Guides and published by Apa Publications (UK) Limited. This book was released on 2014-05-01 with total page 961 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With its fabulous artistic heritage, glorious light, glitzy resorts and mouth-watering food, it's little wonder that the Provence-French Riviera region is the second most-visited in France after Paris. And Marseille, the rejuvenated 2013 European Capital of Culture, can now claim to be one of the Mediterranean's most vibrant cities. Be inspired by the new, extended edition of Insight Guide Provence and the French Riviera, a detailed full-colour guide to this glamorous region. Insight Guides' unrivalled coverage of history and culture provides an essential introduction to what makes the south of France unique, including its wealth of artistic treasures and enchanting Provenal cuisine. Consult the Best of Provence and French Riviera selection for an at-a-glance guide to the region's most evocative attractions, such as the awe-inspiring Pont du Gard and myriad of bountiful markets, and the editor's choice of recommendations for the best art galleries and perched villages, and much more. Descriptive accounts of where to go in the Provence and Riviera region, from glamorous Cannes and Monaco to the desolate beauty of the Camargue, are enhanced by beautiful photographs, while all major sights are cross-referenced with full-colour maps. The travel tips section provides a wealth of information on how to plan your trip, plus our selection of the best hotels.

New Gardens in Provence

Author : Louisa Jones
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (89 download)

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Download or read book New Gardens in Provence written by Louisa Jones and published by . This book was released on 2006-10 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Garden-makers from all over the world are redefining Mediterranean style in harmony with international trends. From the smallest city courtyard to the largest landscape projects, these creations set off the famous Provençal landscapes in a hundred different ways.

Insight Guides Provence and the French Riviera (Travel Guide eBook)

Author : Insight Guides
Publisher : Rough Guides UK
ISBN 13 : 1786717425
Total Pages : 623 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (867 download)

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Download or read book Insight Guides Provence and the French Riviera (Travel Guide eBook) written by Insight Guides and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2017-07-01 with total page 623 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With its fabulous artistic heritage, glorious light, glitzy resorts and mouth-watering food, it's little wonder that the Provence-French Riviera region is the second most-visited in France after Paris. And Marseille, the rejuvenated 2013 European Capital of Culture, can now claim to be one of the Mediterranean's most vibrant cities. Be inspired by this thoroughly updated edition of Insight Guide Provence and the French Riviera, a detailed full-colour guide to this glamorous region. Inside Insight Guide Provence and the French Riviera: A thoroughly overhauled edition by our expert authors. Stunning photography brings this stunning region and its people to life. Highlights of the region's top attractions, such as stunning perched villages, arty Avignon and the awe-inspiring Pont du Gard. Descriptive area-by-area accounts cover the whole region from rejuvenated Marseille to glitzy St-Tropez. Detailed, high-quality maps throughout will help you get around and travel tips give you all the essential information for planning a memorable trip. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera

Author : Fodor's
Publisher : Fodor's Travel
ISBN 13 : 0307928497
Total Pages : 874 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (79 download)

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Download or read book Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera written by Fodor's and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2011-04-19 with total page 874 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get inspired and plan your next trip with Fodor’s ebook travel guide to Provence & the French Riviera (including the Alpilles, Arles, Marseille, and the Central Coast, with highlights in between). Intelligent Planning: Discover all of the essential, up-to-date travel insights you expect in a Fodor’s guide, including Fodor’s Choice dining and lodging, top experiences and attractions, and detailed planning advice. Easy Navigation for E-Readers: Whether you’re reading this ebook from start to finish or jumping from chapter to chapter as you develop your itinerary, Fodor’s makes it easy to find the information you need with a single touch. In addition to a traditional main table of contents for the ebook, each chapter opens with its own table of contents, making it easy to browse. Full-Color Photos and Maps: It’s hard not to fall in love with Provence & the French Riviera as you flip through a vivid full-color photo album. Explore the layout of city centers and popular neighborhoods with easy-to-read full-color maps. Plus get an overview of French geography with the convenient atlas at the end of the ebook. What’s Covered? Get to Know Provence & the French Riviera: Famed for its Lavender Route, the honey-gold hill towns of the Luberon, and vibrant cities like Aix and Marseilles, Provence was dazzlingly abstracted in geometric daubs of paint by van Gogh and Cézanne. Still haunted by the genius of van Gogh, Arles remains fiercely Provençal and is famed for its folklore events. The spiky Alpilles mountains guard treasures like les Bauz-de-Provence: be bewitched by its ville morte (dead town) and luxurious l’Oustau de la Baumanière inn. Avignon and the Vaucluse are the heart of Provençal delights. Presided over by its medieval Palais des Papes, Avignon is an ideal gateway for exploring the nearby Roman ruins of Orange. About 10 miles east of Avignon is the Sorgue Valley, where everybody goes “flea”-ing in the famous antiques market at l’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. For one day, join all those fashionable folk for whom café squatting, people watching, and boutique shopping are a way of life in Aix-en-Provence (one of France’s 10 richest towns). Enjoy the elegant 18th-century streets, then track the spirit of Cézanne at his famous studio and nearby Mont Ste-Victoire. Head south to become a Calanques castaway before diving into Marseille, one of France’s most vibrant and colorful cities. The French Riviera can supply the visitor with everything his heart desires—and his purse can stand. Home to sophisticated resorts beloved by billionaires, remote hill villages colonized by artists, Mediterranean beaches, and magnificent views, the Côte d’Azur stretches from Marseille to Menton. Thrust out like two gigantic arms, divided by the Valley of the Var at Nice, the Alpes-Maritime peaks protect the length of that favored coast from St-Tropez to the Italian frontier. Note: This ebook edition is adapted from Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera, 9th Edition but differs in some content. Additionally, the ebook edition includes photographs and maps that will appear on black-and-white devices but are optimized for devices that support full-color images.

Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera

Author : Fodor's Travel Guides
Publisher : Fodor's Travel
ISBN 13 : 1640976434
Total Pages : 533 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (49 download)

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Download or read book Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2023-11-14 with total page 533 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to explore the charming villages of Provence, mingle with the rich and famous in Cannes, or lounge on the beach in Nice, the local Fodor's travel experts in Provence and the French Riviera are here to help! Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's Provence and the French Riviera travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 25 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “What to Eat and Drink in Provence and the French Riviera,” “The Best Villages in Provence,” and “The Best Beaches in the French Riviera” TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, geography and more SPECIAL FEATURES on “The Lavender Route,” “Provence Wine,” and “Famous Provence Artists” LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems FRENCH LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Arles, the Camargue, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Marseilles, St-Tropez, Cannes, Nice, Antibes, St-Paul-de-Vence, Monaco, and more Planning on visiting the rest of France? Check out Fodor's Essential France and Fodor's Paris. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

Open Road'S Best Of Provence & The French Riviera

Author : Andy Herbach
Publisher : Open Road
ISBN 13 : 9781593601010
Total Pages : 218 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (1 download)

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Download or read book Open Road'S Best Of Provence & The French Riviera written by Andy Herbach and published by Open Road. This book was released on 2007-10-16 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Open Road's Best of Provence gives readers a small number of great choices and itineraries for one-day, weekend, one-week and two-week trips. Readers are not weighed down with tons of useless information -- we cut to the chase and give readers short descriptions of the best Provence and the Riviera has to offer. Only the top hotels and restaurants in each price category have been selected for this book. Readers will find a mix of unique trips of varying lengths for the world's best-preserved Roman ruins, elegant seaside resorts and sun-drenched beaches, and savory cuisine and incredible wine. Highlights include: Arles' Old Town, Roman ruins, cafÈs and intimate restaurants; Aix-en-Provence with its shaded squares and bubbling fountains,17th-century town houses and the grand main avenue; the old papal village of Avignon, with its large student population making it a vibrant small city; some of the world's best-preserved Roman sights in NÓmes, "the Rome of France;" cosmopolitan and diverse Marseille; the refined and fun French Riviera; and lovely villages along the way, including: Saignon: Quiet and Unspoiled Lourmarin: The Gastronomic Capitol of Provence OppËde-de-Vieux: A Taste of Old Provence L'Isle-sur-la-Sorge: The "Venice of Provence" UzËs: An Overlooked Gem.

Edith Wharton's French Riviera

Author : Philippe Collas
Publisher : Flammarion-Pere Castor
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)

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Download or read book Edith Wharton's French Riviera written by Philippe Collas and published by Flammarion-Pere Castor. This book was released on 2002 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Glamor and indolence of life in the South of France as seen through Wharton's gaze.

The Garden of Hyères

Author : Adolphe Smith
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 202 pages
Book Rating : 4.A/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Garden of Hyères written by Adolphe Smith and published by . This book was released on 1882 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera

Author : Fodor's Travel Guides
Publisher : Fodor's Travel
ISBN 13 : 1640972595
Total Pages : 524 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (49 download)

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Download or read book Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2020-10-20 with total page 524 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to explore the charming villages of Provence, mingle with the rich and famous in Cannes, or lounge on the beach in Nice, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Provence and the French Riviera are here to help! Fodor’s Provence & the French Riviera guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor’s Provence & the French Riviera includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 25 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! UP-TO-DATE and HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS for the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “What to Eat and Drink in Provence and the French Riviera,” “The Best Villages in Provence,” and “The Best Beaches in the French Riviera” TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money SPECIAL FEATURES on “The Lavender Route,” “Provence Wine,” and “Famous Provence Artists” HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, geography and more LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems FRENCH LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases COVERS: Arles, the Camargue, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Marseilles, St-Tropez, Cannes, Nice, Antibes, St-Paul-de-Vence, Monaco, and more Planning on visiting the rest of France? Check out Fodor’s Essential France and Fodor’s Paris. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us! *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.

Rick Steves Provence & the French Riviera

Author : Rick Steves
Publisher : Rick Steves
ISBN 13 : 1641710284
Total Pages : 630 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (417 download)

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Download or read book Rick Steves Provence & the French Riviera written by Rick Steves and published by Rick Steves. This book was released on 2018-11-13 with total page 630 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stroll breathtaking coastlines, explore Roman ruins, and soak up the sun: with Rick Steves on your side, Provence and the French Riviera can be yours! Inside Rick Steves Provence & the French Riviera you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Provence and the Riviera Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the Pont du Gard aqueduct and impressionist masterpieces, to warm stone villages and cozy wineries How to connect with local culture: Relax at a waterfront café, dive into a bowl of bouillabaisse, and watch fishermen sail back to the harbor Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax over a glass of Provençal wine Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums Detailed maps for exploring on the go Useful resources including a packing list, a French phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended reading Over 500 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on Arles, Avignon, Orange and the Côtes du Rhône, Nice, Monaco, Antibes, the Inland Riviera, and more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Provence & the French Riviera. Spending more time in France? Try Rick Steves Best of France.

Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera

Author : Fodor's Travel Guides
Publisher : Fodor's
ISBN 13 : 9780804142120
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (421 download)

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Download or read book Fodor's Provence & the French Riviera written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's. This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the towns and villages of Provence and the Riviera and lists points of interest, beaches, hotels and restaurants, recreation, and entertainment for each.

Travels Through the French Riviera

Author : Virginia Johnson
Publisher : Artisan Books
ISBN 13 : 1579657370
Total Pages : 201 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (796 download)

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Download or read book Travels Through the French Riviera written by Virginia Johnson and published by Artisan Books. This book was released on 2018-05-29 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this irresistible marriage of watercolorist’s sketchbook and traveler’s guide, Virginia Johnson lovingly captures the magic of one of the world’s most storied regions, the French Riviera. We walk the Promenade des Anglais in Nice. Shop for handmade sandals at Rondini in Saint-Tropez. Visit the Madoura workshop in Antibes, where Picasso discovered his genius for pottery. Meet legendary characters like Pierre Gruneberg, a swimming instructor who taught Jean Cocteau, Brigitte Bardot, Paul McCartney, and many others. Saturated with the limpid colors of sea and sun, the dazzling greens of verdant gardens, and the rose and ochre of sunbaked villas and joyous with paisleys and blue-striped sailor’s shirts and the riotous look of a patisserie window filled with confections, Travels Through the French Riviera is a gift book of visual wonder, the souvenir every Francophile will want. But it is also a quirky yet singularly useful travel guide, whether showing how to order coffee like a local, plan a beach day at Menton, or hike the Cap Ferrat peninsula or where to taste the best ice cream in Antibes (at Amarena—try the mint).