Margo’s Musings
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Thinking of visiting Nice, France?
Nice is a nice place to visit. There are plenty of things to see and do here: sea, sun, history, art, music…
5 Things I Love About Nice, France
I’ve been working around the clock for the last several weeks finishing up my latest book about my adopted city. It’s called: Curious Histories of Nice, France and, if all goes well, it should be out next week. I’ll be sure to let you know when it’s available. Nice is such a wonderful place and…
Marketing in Old Town Nice: Cours Saleya and More
Cours Saleya is the heart of Old Town Nice and it’s always pulsating with life. Striped awnings….
French Expressions pop up in the Park
Some animal and plant related French sayings illustrated with photos from a day in the park….
A River runs through it – well under it Anyway
This weekend I went to the opening of the lovely new ribbon of a park that flows through Nice, France. It is called the “Promenade du Paillon” in honour of the Paillon River which still flows beneath it. Dancing in the park We were treated to a “dancing waters” show with jets of water leaping…
Bay of Angels: Two Legends and a Fish Story
How the Bay of Angels Got its Name Legend No. 1: Adam and Eve Many rich and famous tourists visit Nice every year, but according to a legend, the first visitors were actually Adam and Eve – yes, the ones from the Bible. They lost their home… As the story goes, after they were kicked…
The English Promenade in Nice, France
The Promenade des Anglais, affectionately known as “the Prom”, is one of the most beautiful seaside boulevards to be found and lucky me, I live right by it. Our new apartment is about a 3 minute walk to the sea and this lovely promenade. A place for everyone… On the wide pedestrian thoroughfare, you can…
Finding the Castle is a Walk in the Park
The news from Nice is… it’s hot! The app on my phone says 28° Celsius (83° Fahrenheit), but I don’t believe it – it feels hotter. Ok, I can feel the vibes… I’m not getting any sympathy from those of you in places that are really hot. How about if I add that it’s humid…
