The French Riviera's Luxurious Charm

The Nice Carnival, Monte Carlo Beach, Cannes Film Festival and St. Tropez are just a few reasons why Côte d'Azur aka the French Riviera is a popular destination for celebs, royals and jetsetters.

Welcome to the French Riviera aka Côte d'Azur! The southeast coast of Provence, France, is sprinkled with some of the world’s most popular <a title="beaches" href="http://www.travelchannel.com/interests/beaches" target="_blank"><em> <b>beaches</b></em></a> and destinations, including Monaco, Nice, Cannes and Saint Tropez. Many celebrities, such as Elton John and Brigitte Bardot, have homes in the region.