It's said that anything goes in St Tropez and in the 1930s it did! Going topless began on the beaches there when the new stars of film flaunted their wares.

Jun 20, 2008 - Rachel L. Webb

The best driving route to experience glorious beaches and romantic scenery on the South Coast of France and the French Riviera

Apr 13, 2010 - Ben Cluse

The Cote d'Azur is a glamorous shoppers' paradise, the place to indulge in haute couture, French antiques, designer perfumes and Occitane natural beauty.

Jun 28, 2010 - Solange Hando

From the Promenade des Anglais and Negresco Palace to Cimiez, once home to Matisse, Nice attracts myriad visitors to a lovely stretch of Cote d'Azur.

Jun 27, 2010 - Solange Hando

From luxury resorts to medieval villages, the French Riviera-Cote d'Azur offers unrivalled scenery and the chance to rub shoulders with artists and stars.

Jun 27, 2010 - Solange Hando

Beyond the big names of Paris and Rome, Europe offers many ancient villages and scenic towns sure to enthral continental visitors

Sep 20, 2010 - Ben Cluse

Menton, the last stop on the French Riviera, combines lovely beaches and great sightseeing with Italian influences and a small-town vibe.

Aug 25, 2010 - Sadie Nachtigal

A vacation in the south of France, Europe's most celebrate seaside, is really not just for rock stars and millionaires. Enjoy the Côte d'Azur on a budget.

Jul 29, 2009 - Margaret Johnson

This is the 2nd of a 6-part series talking about luxury residences and will focus on some of the global top-spots for second homes away from home.

Feb 16, 2009 - Paulomi Patel

About 78 million foreigners headed to France in 2006, making it the top tourist destination in the world once again.

Feb 12, 2007 - Bridget Lux

The South of France is rich in Roman sites, offering stunning cultural highlights for visitors to Provence and the French Mediterranean coast.

Jun 29, 2010 - Solange Hando