• Joann PyneEurope 2026Traveler
    Fabulous coastal drives
    Fabulous coastal drivesElle braving the arctic conditions to swimSteven preparing a fabulous BBQ under Tim's supervisionThe areana in Frejus - caught a bull fighter practising his moves.Famous 12th century arena used to a range of purposes over the centuries, but now home to concerts.The Red CarpetThe photographers nightmareThe F1 trackWhat cost of living crisisOur last night on the French Riviera

    Cannes and Monaco

    May 10 in France ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C

    We found ourselves accidentally travelling through Cannes on the first day of the international film festival. We passed the red carpet and a sea of step ladders all laid out for the paparazzi - a workplace health and safety nightmare! The next day, we visited Monaco only to find we were two days ahead of the F1 Grand Prix. Talk about mixing with the rich and famous on the French Riviera! Only we didn’t really see anyone famous at all.

    The weather has been great, and the kids even swam in the ocean in front of the apartment. It truly is an amazing part of the world. We drove along the coast most days and enjoyed watching the turquoise ocean wash against the red cliffs.    Read more