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Towns and Villages The places where we live and work. Seen up close or from afar.
Views and Panoramas The Riviera countryside at its best and worst, from the mountains to the sea.
A Closer Look An inside look. An outside view.
Camargue Salt flats, vast sand dunes, flamingos, Camargue horses and bulls.

Way of Life Riviera life from day to day, at work or play.

Day to Day Daily life on the Riviera.
Food and Drink Market to kitchen and bar to restaurant.
Travel and Transport Getting to, from and around the Riviera.
Serious Stuff The Riviera isn't just sunshine and food. Reality check!

People We Know Deciders, expats and our French hosts. The faces behind the names.

The Deciders From business to politics, they influence our lives... here's what they look like.
The Anglophones People in the Anglophone community: British, American, Scandinavian, Dutch, and the New Worlders.
Our French Hosts Here are the people whose country it is...

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Odds and Ends From the mundane to the bizarre. Unclassifiable images.
Riviera Reporting The Riviera Reporter. Production, layout, distribution, interviewing...
Picture This! Images to illustrate our regular photography column.

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The economic issues and policy in France - RFI

France expands slavery remembrance with memorial in Paris suburb France on Saturday marks its National Memorial Day for Slavery and Its Abolitions. The town of Arcueil in the Paris suburbs is unveiling a commemorative stele – part of broader national efforts to create more memorial sites that acknowledge the country's role in slavery.

The economic issues and policy in France - RFI

France fails to broker deal on New Caledonia's future after three-day 'conclave' Talks between pro- and anti-independence groups in New Caledonia – mediated by Overseas Territories Minister Manuel Valls – this week collapsed without an agreement, leaving the French Pacific territory in political limbo one year after its worst violence since the 1980s.

The economic issues and policy in France - RFI

Podcast: US science 'refugees' in France, doctor shortages, 8 May massacre France is opening its arms to foreign scientists, particularly from the US, as the Trump administration pulls back from climate research. French GPs and trainee doctors are up in arms over proposals to address 'medical deserts', which they say would make the problem worse. And as Europe marks the 80th...

The economic issues and policy in France - RFI

Macron urges Syrian leader to protect minorities after deadly clashes French President Emmanuel Macron told Syria’s new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, he must protect all communities in the country following deadly sectarian attacks in recent months. Macron made the comments on Wednesday in Paris, during Sharaa’s first official visit to a European country since his forces overthrew longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad...

Monaco Life

Football: Stars align as Monaco secure Champions League qualification Competitors fell by the wayside on a dream night in the Principality as AS Monaco secured qualification for next season's Champions League with a win over Lyon (2-0).

Monaco Life

Princess Grace Hospital Centre signs landmark charter for inclusive healthcare access The Princess Grace Hospital has adopted a 17-point charter to improve healthcare access for patients with disabilities, aligning with Monaco’s Handicap policy and setting new standards for inclusive care.

Monaco Life

Where the parties are: terrace events bring high-energy nights to Monaco Grand Prix weekend As Monaco gears up for the return of the Grand Prix this May, attention is turning not only to the racing, but also to where the best views—and parties—will be found.

Monaco Life

Prince Albert II inaugurates Top Marques Monaco 2025 Prince Albert II unveiled world-first hypercars and celebrated 20 years of Top Marques Monaco, where cutting-edge design, personal touches, and automotive innovation meet in one of the world’s most exclusive shows.

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Articles

Archive of past and popular articles from the Riviera Reporter magazine and those written for the site.

Riviera Community

Community
About the Riviera's anglophone community, its national groups, clubs and associations, schools and churches, interests and sectors of activity.

Education and Learning
Education, schools, courses and learning the lingo.

Local Living
Articles, tips and information about residing on the Riviera.

Profiles of Residents
Some Riviera residents and their stories.

Visiting the Riviera
Things to see, places to go. Items of interest, historical and modern. For both visitors and residents.

Yachting and Boating
Nautical notes from the Riviera, one of the world's boating capitals.

Expat Issues

Expat Issues
Items specifically related to expat living whatever your nationality. Articles relating to the UK and US.

Culture, Arts & History

Culture and Arts
Art, Dance, Film, Literature, Music, Photography, Theatre, TV, Radio and Media.

History and Traditions
Articles and stories of historical interest. How certain customs came to be.

Reading
Books and Guides relevant to France or the Riviera.

France

Doing It in France
Practical information about living in France.

Eye on France
News, views, information about France and the French. Their morals, manners, attitudes, habits. How the country functions, or doesn't function.

Finance, Tax and Business
Banking, tax, money. Setting up business.

Motoring
Driving in France, laws and licensing. Buying, selling or importing a motor vehicle.

Property
Buying, selling, letting and renting, building.

Lifestyle

Features and Diaries
Feature subjects and diary columns.

Health and Well-being
Welfare and Beauty. Local health concerns.

House and Home
Interior and architectural design, antiquing.

Outdoors and Nature
Gardening. Wildlife. Walking, rambling. Activities.

Pets and Animals
Keeping pets and animals in France.

Sport
Sport on the Riviera, from golf to pickleball.

Food and Wine
Eating and drinking on the Riviera.