Charter a yacht during the French Riviera’s various shows and festivals

A veritable little paradise, the French Riviera is the ideal place for a holiday in the sun. Breathtaking scenery, heavenly beaches and intimate coves make it the perfect place for those who love the ‘slow life’ and idleness. But that’s not all. The French Riviera is also known for its festive atmosphere. Numerous fairs and festivals are held here throughout the year. Why not make the most of these events by exploring the region aboard a yacht? We’ll tell you all about it.

The Cannes Festival

If there’s one event that can’t be missed on the French Riviera, it’s the Cannes Film Festival. A must for many stars and film lovers, this official competition takes place in the heart of the Palais des Festivals. For almost 2 weeks, more than 130,000 people flock to Cannes. Naturally, the city’s hotels are packed. So if you want to make the most of the Cannes evenings and admire the climb up the steps without the stress, opt for chartering a yacht. With a cocktail in hand and the waves lulling you to sleep, you’ll be able to catch a glimpse of your favourite stars without suffering the inconvenience of festival overcrowding.

The Nice carnival

Every year, for 15 days, one of the biggest carnivals in the world is held in Nice. Thousands of onlookers flock to the Promenade des Anglais to admire the parade of floats. But the highlight of the fortnight’s festivities is undoubtedly the great battle of flowers. So, if you want to discover the carnival while enjoying the peace and quiet of the coast, don’t hesitate to hire a yacht. You’ll be able to relax and escape the noise of the batucadas, or organise your own costume party.

The Monte-Carlo sporting summer festival

If you’re a fan of music festivals, then the Monte-Carlo sporting summer festival is for you. Every year, in the sumptuous Salle des Étoiles at Monaco’s summer sporting venue, a host of international artists perform. From Sting to Imany, via the Black Eyed Peas, the rich and eclectic programme is sure to please. Chartering a yacht for this event is a unique opportunity to enjoy this festival and summer in Monaco without the inconvenience of the summer tourist crowds.

The Nice jazz festival

If you prefer the more subdued atmosphere of jazz, then the Nice jazz festival is for you. The world’s leading jazz festival, it’s sure to charm you with its warm atmosphere. Many international artists such as Lauryn Hill and Herbie Hancock flock here every year. Once again, chartering a yacht is the best solution if you want to enjoy a pleasant stay in Nice during the summer. You’ll be able to enjoy the coast and the city while avoiding the crowded tourist sites. You can even organise your own dinners without having to cram into restaurants packed with tourists.

The many fireworks displays

Summer inevitably means fireworks. And the French Riviera is no exception, with a whole host of firework displays taking place along the coast. From Monaco to Antibes, via Cannes and Saint-Tropez, the most spectacular fireworks displays take place every year. With your charter yacht, you can sail along the coast and not miss a single one of these magical shows. With a glass of champagne in hand, you can admire these fireworks displays from the deck of your yacht, without having to mingle with the crowds.

The Menton classical music festival

If classical music is your thing, don’t miss the Menton music festival. Every year, this prestigious festival brings together the world’s greatest classical artists. You can let yourself be lulled by the Mediterranean aboard your charter yacht, to the sound of violins and lyrical songs. What a great way to listen to music!

And so much more!

As you can see, the French Riviera offers a wide range of cultural events and festivals throughout the year. There’s the mimosa festival in Mandelieu-la-Napoule, the lemon festival in Menton and the Ramatuelle festival, to name but a few. And while it’s always possible to travel from hotel to villa, a yacht is still the most suitable holiday destination, as it allows you to discover different towns according to your mood and the events on offer, without suffering the constraints of mass tourism. So you can travel the length of the Riviera, stopping off at port after port as events unfold. Back on board, you can organise your evenings or simply relax. Quite simply, happiness!