There are some classy trendy, fashion places in europe for the summer vacations such as Ibiza (Spain), Marbella (Spain), Porto Cervo (Italy), Portofino (Italy), Mykonos(Greece) and Saint Tropez (France).
Saint Tropez, a beautiful and famed destination on the French Rivera, is surrounded by endless white sandy beaches and a sunny climate. Saint Tropez is known as a playground for the rich and Hollywood elite. More modest travelers come to work on their tan, or unload money on expensive drinks in any of the abundant and stylish nightclubs. Celebrity watching is also popular. On the whole, Saint Tropez is hip, upscale – a fun city
Usually France vacations include some time on the beach, and Saint Tropez offers miles of sand.
La Voile Rouge- very famous classy and fashion beach is situated on the cusp of a gorgeous sandy beach, with beautiful turquoise surf. Its beautiful beach attracts topless sunbathers, models and some of the most beautiful people
by 3:00 p.m. the music is pumping and the drinks are flowing. By four o’clock people are coming in off the beach, and a fashion show begins on an elevated catwalk that runs down the middle of the restaurant (think Playmates meets Victoria’s Secret, meets some of the hottest, half dressed men and women around!). The clothes come from local designers, and anything on a model can be purchased.
Another very fashion beach in Saint tropez is Nikki Beach.
Nikki Beach Saint-Tropez is an exquisite location, and a favorite vacation destination of the world’s most beautiful, celebrated, rich, and powerful people. Hosting one of the most renowned party scenes in Saint-Tropez, Nikki Beach is the consummate see-and-be-seen party places for guests, visitors, VIP’s and celebrities alike.
Located on the bay of Pampelonne in the center of the Riviera, Nikki Beach Saint-Tropez has a vibe and clientele that is quintessentially jet set. For relaxation, lounge on the famous beds of Nikki Beach while soaking up the sun of the French Riviera, or dine at “The Strand,” an anticipated restaurant addition to this incredible location. Observe white-clad waiters delivering an array of bottles to plush opium beds, from which partygoers will begin an infamous Nikki Beach champagne-spraying free for all, delighting the crowd, and taking the party up just another notch.
As the beats and sounds of international dance and house music fill Nikki Beach Saint-Tropez, the dancing, socializing, and champagne spraying continues well into the evening, making this international party scene one of the best destinations in the world.
Club 55 originated, appropriately, in 1955 when Brigitte Bardot was filming And God Created Women on Pampelonne Beach and the director asked a fisherman’s hangout if they could cook for the cast. It’s been almost synonomous with the St Tropez Beach scene since then, and never disappoints.
The 3rd fashion& classy beach in Saint Tropez is Club 55 Beach.
Club 55 is a well-groomed private beach club in the middle of Pampelonne Beach combined with a “laid back elegant” outdoor restaurant that serves perfect beach cuisine in a buzzy but relaxed and surprisingly intimate setting. It is our most requested destination in the South of France, and well known as a haunt of stars and the rich and famous.
A typical day at Club 55, assuming you’re coming by yacht and not by the horribly congested road into St Tropez from the A8 Motorway via St Maxime, begins after a 1-2 hour cruise from Cannes, Antibes or Monaco. Mangustas, Leopards, Sunseekers and a variety of Super Yachts literally line up to anchor just off the beach, where the Club’s tender zips out to meet your party and bring you to the dock. You will have needed to make reservations well in advance if you are planning on eating in high season, and you also need to reserve matresses on the beach, which fill up as well.
The Plage de Tahiti, 2.5 miles southeast of town, is the best in the area. If swimwear is making you feel restricted, head east to La Moutte, a naturiste beach, and shed your cloths. Many of the beaches near Saint Tropez are nudist beaches.
Most France vacations in Saint Tropez are about the glitz and glamour of dinning like A-list stars, and sunning on the brilliant beaches. While monuments are usually secondary, if you crave a break from the sun there are a few worth checking out. Musee de l’Annonciade, located in an abandoned chapel, houses a rich collection of modern art, including works by Signac, Bonnard, and Matisse. The Citadella de Saint Tropez offers some of the best views of the bay, and a few peacocks wandering the grounds. Inside, the citadel recounts the maritime history of the area, and the allied landings of 1944.
Those on a St Tropez holiday will want to spend some time at a nightclub. Les Caves du Roy is in the swanky Hotel Byblos, where high society sips. Like most joints in St Tropez, drinks are expensive. Bodega de Papagayo is an Asian influenced bar and restaurant, populated by a young crowd. For more salt of the earth drinking, try Kelly’s Irish Pub, featuring Guinness, live music, and Irish lovers.
St Tropez holiday lodging is expensive, however, some reasonable deals are possible. A good value is Lou Cagnard, a traditional farmhouse surrounded by plants. Le Baron is a calm, quiet hotel overlooking the citadel. If you want to rub noses with the elite, stay at Le Yaca, which has great views of the bay, a pool, and peacocks roaming about.
Other France tourist attractions include nearby Nice, a more down-to-earth version of a St Tropez holiday. Nice has plentiful beaches, more artistic culture, and a vibrant, youthful crowd. Also nearby is Cannes, famous for the yearly film festival. Cannes also attracts a posh crowd with its exclusive beaches, shopping boutiques, and sparkling climate. Of course, a review of France tourist attractions wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Paris. Paris has an abundance of monuments, more museums than one can see in a month, and diverse nightlife.
St Tropez is a fantastic destination to live it up, party like a rock star, and sun on the beach.
Altogether, St Tropez is unique, and is one of the reasons why the French Rivera remains the top yachting destination in the world!
