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Antibes, France is a
Mediterranean resort town located in the Alpes-Maritimes department of
southeastern France. The city is nestled on the coastline of the Côte d’Azur, snuggled
between ritzy Cannes and Nice.
Antibes is often associated with its mega-yacht capital of the world, Port Vauban. This rich and luxurious billionaires’ quay has a long colorful history with the Ligurians, Romans and Crusaders on their way to the Holy Land. Today it’s the largest marina in Europe. The marina is dotted with thousands of moorings that accommodate mega-yachts in excess of 100 meters long. Complete with seductive names like Eclipse, Octopus, and Quantum Blue – all conjuring images of the owners, a roster of “Who’s Who.”
For art
lovers, Antibes is the place to trace the footsteps of Pablo Picasso, and his
flamboyant lifestyle along the French Riviera. The Musée Picasso, France’s first museum
dedicated to the artist, stands tall inside the 16th-century
ramparts of the restored Château Grimaldi. The site once belonged to the powerful
Grimaldi family of Monaco.
Antibes is often associated with its mega-yacht capital of the world, Port Vauban. This rich and luxurious billionaires’ quay has a long colorful history with the Ligurians, Romans and Crusaders on their way to the Holy Land. Today it’s the largest marina in Europe. The marina is dotted with thousands of moorings that accommodate mega-yachts in excess of 100 meters long. Complete with seductive names like Eclipse, Octopus, and Quantum Blue – all conjuring images of the owners, a roster of “Who’s Who.”
Whether you call it the Côte d’Azur or the French Riviera, this region
is a prime location for discovering historical art and cultural gems. The Mediterranean seascape is rich with artistic treasures discreetly tucked away in peaceful gardens
or safely secured inside ancient ramparts. The French Riviera is waiting for you to stroll
along its seaside, discover its small villages, and be enchanted with its treasure-trove of history and beauty.
The Gare d'Antibes is the railway station serving the town, offering connections to Nice, Cannes, Marseille, Paris and several other destinations. The railway station is in the center of town. The nearest airport is Nice Côte d’Azur Airport.
Buses with numbers 100 and above go further, for example, Monaco (100), Cannes and Antibes (200), Grasse (500), Saint-Paul de Vence and Vence (400), and the mountains.
About J. Christina:
J. Christina is the author and hobbyist photographer behind Scribbles and Smiles, writing a personal travel blog from the Midwest. Christina (Christie) is married to John, a.k.a. Mr. Christie. Where Mr..
Christie is right on-board with their travel jaunts around the world; sharing
in their blogging endeavors. He supports, encourages, handles gadgetry and
embraces the role of in-house editor - hence, their bespoke pen name, J. Christina.
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