Art and Culture

At Museums for You: free activities in the museums of the French Riviera.

Art and Culture

For the first time in 2024, nineteen museums on the French Riviera are offering the public a weekend of entertainment and workshops completely free of charge. Don't hesitate to take advantage of this fun-filled family event: the schedule of activities has been designed for both young and old!

12
Jan
2024

The Télérama Film Festival: revisit the best films of the year.

Art and Culture

Every year, the Télérama Cinema Festival offers you the chance to revisit the best films of the past year at a discounted rate. It's the perfect opportunity to discover the movies you wanted to see and missed.

08
Jan
2024

The Greeting Card: History and Evolution

Art and Culture

If the tradition of giving New Year's gifts comes from the Romans, the custom of sending greeting cards for the New Year is much more recent. It developed in France at the beginning of the 19th century. Before this date, it was customary to visit relatives in person.

27
Dec
2023

Maria Callas: 5 Things to Know About the Voice of the Century

Art and Culture

Thanks to her unforgettable voice, recognizable among all, Maria Callas has become a legend. The opera singer, who would have turned 100 on December 2, 2023, is celebrated in France, Greece, and all over the world. On the occasion of the centenary of her birth, we invite you to discover 5 things about the one nicknamed "the voice of the century."

15
Dec
2023

Christmas Songs: 5 Things to Know About Holiday Hits

Art and Culture

Whether you adore them or despise them, Christmas songs have become indispensable during the holiday season. They play on repeat on the radio and in stores, much to the delight of Mariah Carey fans and the dismay of everyone else. Here are 5 things to know about these seasonal hits.

13
Dec
2023

The Shortest Day: A Short Film Celebration on December 21st

Art and Culture

The shortest day is a short film festival initiated in 2011 by the National Center of Cinematography and the moving image. It logically takes place on the shortest day of the year, December 21st.

11
Dec
2023

The Viking Immersive City will open its doors in Rouen in 2024.

Art and Culture

With their weapons and longships, the Vikings captivate both young and old. Starting in spring 2024, it will be possible to learn more about this fascinating civilization by visiting the Viking Immersive City in Rouen. Here's what we already know about this educational and fun experience for the whole family.

30
Nov
2023

Reading: 5 Things to Know About the New Romance Genre

Art and Culture

Contemporary romance, a literary genre that has been booming for the past decade, no longer has much in common with the old-fashioned sentimental novels. Here are 5 things to know about the New Romance genre that has won over the general public.

09
Nov
2023

The Beatles: 5 Things to Know About This Legendary Band

Art and Culture

An English band that became a legend in rock, the Beatles remain one of the most popular groups in the world, more than 50 years after their breakup! The Fab Four are the artists who have sold the most records worldwide. Between 1961 and 1970, they released 12 albums and composed over 200 songs, some of which have become unforgettable hits. On November 2, 2023, an unreleased track was revealed, reigniting "Beatlemania" in the United Kingdom and around the world.

07
Nov
2023

Harry Potter: 25 years of success

Art and Culture

It has been 25 years this year since Harry Potter has enchanted his French fans. J.K. Rowling's literary saga crossed our borders a quarter of a century ago. Since then, its hero has given his name to countless merchandise, and the "Harry Potter saga" has become a unique social phenomenon.

31
Oct
2023
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