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Èze Village

Èze Village is a hilltop medieval community between Nice and Monaco with two 5-star hotels and an endearing garden you won't forget long after your visit. The village attracts about 5,000 visitors daily...

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The French Cities around Monaco

While Monaco dazzles with its glitz and glamor, its size means it won't take long for you to run out of places...

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The Allure of Antibes

Although it remains in the shadow of French Riviera cities like Nice and Cannes, Antibes has quietly maintained...

Lake Como

Lake Como is a very different Italian getaway from the sprawling streets of Rome or the art museums of Florence. Situated in Italy's northern region close to Milan...

Popular Local Cuisine

Polenta

Polenta Polenta is a popular dish eaten in the northern region of Italy. It is a common item found on menus around Lake Como and one you will find served as a side dish to a meat or fish meal. Polenta comes from cornmeal and is served in multiple ways from hot to cold, sliced, creamy, or even baked. That versatility of polenta is part of its brilliance. Polenta originated in northern Italy and was mostly eaten by poor families from the peasant and working classes. It was very simple, which made it cheap to acquire, yet it was fulfilling.

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Milan Malpensa Airport

Located 35 miles northwest of Milan and 35 miles southwest of Como, MXP is Milan's largest international airport. It is the second busiest airport in Italy, after Fiumicino Airport in Rome.

Transportation
Ride-Hailing, Train, Taxi, Bus

Cannes

The InterContinental Carlton Cannes opened in 1913 and is an icon of the French Riviera, known for its Belle Époque architecture and connection to classic cinema, including *To Catch a Thief*, which was filmed on its balconies.

Abu Dhabi

Louvre Abu Dhabi’s iconic dome creates a “rain of light” effect, with sunlight filtering through geometric patterns across the museum’s courtyards.

Cannes

The Lérins Islands include Île Saint-Honorat, owned by Cistercian monks who produce artisanal wines and liqueurs exclusively available on-site.

Santorini

Oia’s sunset is a daily ritual - many visitors arrive early to secure viewpoints, and the whole village quiets as the sun drops into the sea.

Cannes

During the Cannes Film Festival, suites at the Carlton and Hotel Martinez can command over €40,000 per night and are reserved years in advance by celebrities and film studios.

Santorini

Santorini’s most famous villages, like Oia and Fira, sit on the rim of a volcanic caldera, which is why many hotels have dramatic “cliffside” views over the Aegean.

Manama

Manama’s waterfront areas become especially lively in the evenings, when temperatures cool and locals and visitors head out for walks and cafés.

Portimão

Praia da Rocha is known for broad sand and dramatic cliffs, with viewpoints that are especially striking at sunrise and sunset.

Nice

Jeanne Augier (1923-2018), former owner of the legendary Le Negresco hotel, reportedly turned down a purchase offer from Bill Gates, wanting to preserve the hotel's French heritage.

London

The River Thames frames many of London’s big sights, and river walks are one of the easiest ways to connect neighborhoods on foot.

Milan

Milan is a global fashion center, and certain shopping districts and historic arcades have become sightseeing stops as much as retail destinations.

Corsica

Corsica is home to under-the-radar wineries like Domaine Comte Abbatucci, which produces biodynamic wines only available through select private allocations.

Milan

Milan’s aperitivo tradition turns early evening into a social ritual, with neighborhoods filling up for drinks and small bites before dinner.

Manama

Bab Al Bahrain is a well-known gateway into the souq area, where shopping streets offer spices, textiles, and local crafts.

Budapest

Budapest is famous for its thermal bath culture, with historic bathhouses that turn spa time into a major event.

Abu Dhabi

The Corniche is a long waterfront promenade with beaches, walking paths, and skyline views—especially popular in the cooler evening hours.

Monaco

Hotel de Paris and Casino de Monte-Carlo featured prominently in multiple movies, including 'Golden Eye', 'Iron Man 2' and 'Monte Carlo' enhancing their mystique for high-spending fans.

Budapest

Many of Budapest’s most iconic photos come from viewpoints along the Danube, where bridges and riverside landmarks create a dramatic panorama.

Santorini

Red Beach near Akrotiri gets its color from iron-rich volcanic rock, creating a striking contrast between red cliffs, dark sand, and blue water.

Dubai

Palm Jumeirah is an artificial island shaped like a palm tree, created to add beachfront space and now lined with resorts and restaurants.

London

Many major museums are widely accessible to visitors, helping London stand out as a city where culture can fill an entire itinerary.

Dubai

The world’s tallest building anchors Downtown Dubai, and the observation decks are designed for panoramic views that stretch from desert to coastline on clear days.

Santorini

Akrotiri is a Bronze Age settlement preserved under volcanic ash, often compared to Pompeii for how it captures daily life from thousands of years ago.

Milan

The Duomo is famous not just from the piazza. Visitors can go up to the rooftop to walk among spires and see the city from above.

Milan

Milan’s rail links make it a convenient hub for day trips, which is why many travelers use it as a base to explore northern Italy.

Nice

Le Negresco is not just a hotel but a private museum, housing over 6,000 pieces of art, including 17th-century Louis XIII furniture and contemporary works.

Paris

The Seine shapes Paris’s most classic views, many landmark walks trace its banks, and several central islands sit right in the middle of the river.

Abu Dhabi

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the city’s signature landmarks, celebrated for its grand scale, white marble, and intricate craftsmanship.

Manama

The Bahrain National Museum is one of the most popular cultural stops for visitors, offering a broad look at the island’s archaeology and traditions.

Monaco

The annual Monaco Yacht Show is the world’s most prestigious showcase of superyachts, often debuting vessels worth over €200 million with helipads, submarines, and underwater lounges.