There’s something about waking up in the French Riviera. ☀️ 🇫🇷 #cannes #visitcannes🇫🇷 #cannesfrance #cannesisyours #cannesgreeters #cannestourism #frenchrivera #august #travel #summer2023☀️🏖🏝 #southoffrance
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Cielo primaverile...... #villedecannes #davidlisnardmairedecannes #cannesgreeters#
☆CANNES☆ Cette semaine on était à #Cannes pour une nouvelle étape de notre escapade sur la #cotedazur 😍 une destination qu'on connait déjà bien avec le photographe préféré puisqu'on est venu faire le #festivaldecannes plusieurs fois 📽 On a profité de l'occasion pour se faire une petite balade commentée en vélo électrique avec @yourent.cannes et aussi pour aller découvrir l'île de Saint-Honorat avec #cannesgreeters ! Vous connaissez @cannesfrance et sa croisette !? . . .. #cannesfilmfestival #cannesfrance #lacroisette #cotedazurfrance #paca #provencealpescôtedazur #alpesmaritimes #voyagerenfrance #voyage #frenchriviera #decouvrirensemble #decouvrirlafrance #suddelafrance 📷 @nicolasdiolez
On a trouvé un petit coin de paradis / We found a little paradis . #cannesisyours #cannes #cotedazurfrance #cannesgreeters #instatravel #instagood #instadream #picofday # #voyage #southoffrance #frenchriviera #travel #traveling #igcannes #igercannes #igfrance #cotedazur #visitcotedazur #amazing #wanderlust #fun #topfrenchcities
I love this view from our balcony! Mornings are so soft and beautiful here.
Pendant #InternationalGreeterDays 👀 Zoom sur #CannesGreeters Qui sont les #Greeters ?🤔 🙋 Des habitants, amoureux de leur ville 💕, qui vous font découvrir #Cannes hors des sentiers battus ! Réservez votre balade gratuite sur 👉 www.cannesgreeters.fr // During International Greeters Day, enjoy a tour of the city with a local! #meetalocal @francegreeters #CotedAzurFrance #CannesFrance 📷 @micka_pantano
Bonjour Cannes! We missed you! ❤️
Flourishing Cannes 🌴🌺 Strolling along the leafy palm trees which enhance the streets of Cannes and the subtropical flowers which flourish throughout the whole city, I almost have the impression of being in paradise 🌺🌴✨ even though the city is currently packed with crowds for the festival 🎥 Hope you’ll have a lovely day ☀️💛 #cannes #visitcannes #cannesfrance #cannesisyours #cannesgreeters #igerscannes #cannestourism #igerscotedazur #travelinstyle #travelcommunity #suddefrance #ohcotedazur #visitelafrance #femmetravel #doyoutravel #places_wow #openmyworld #wheretofindme #darlingescapes #topstreetphoto #traveldeeper #letsgoeverywhere #frenchriviera #femaletravelblogger #ilovetravel #passportready #instavacation #instatravelling #boulevarddelacroisette #cannescroisette @cannesisyours @villecannes @cannescity @visitcotedazur @frenchrivieraguide @_cotedazur @frenchrivieraconnect experiencethefrenchriviera @frenchrivieratravel
Welcome to glamorous Cannes 💖✨🌴 This legendary seaside city is known for luxury and exclusivity- luxury yachts, elegant hotels in Belle Époque style, fashionable restaurants and beach clubs, stylish boulevards and, of course, the famous Film Festival which is currently taking place in the city. The prestigious Festival de Cannes has been an important event since it started in 1946. Each year famous movie stars from around the world are drawn to this red-carpet gala which has earned its international reputation of promoting the art of filmmaking. #cannes #visitcannes #cannesfrance #cannesisyours #cannesgreeters #igerscannes #cannestourism #festivaldecannes #palmedor #ig_cotedazur #igerscotedazur #travelinstyle #travelcommunity #frenchriviera #cotedazur #ohcotedazur #visitelafrance #portraitphotography #femmetravel #ig_cotedazur #igerscotedazur #travelinstyle #travelcommunity #luxurytravel #beautifuldestinations #travelinbetween #passionpassport #theprettycities #glamorousplaces #filmfestival @cannesisyours @villecannes @cannescity @visitcotedazur @frenchrivieraguide @_cotedazur @frenchrivieraconnect @experiencethefrenchriviera @frenchrivieratravel
In the last couple of days, it has truly been hectic but rewarding. Updating the online shop, driving the furniture of @rivieravintagecom to the warehouse, speaking French in the most mysterious situations, fixing the broken air-conditioning, buying a new bed and carrying it to the 6th floor to name a few. But still, all this work, we are doing for us. It feels wonderful! Tchin tchin for trying out.
I'm so grateful for having a husband who cooks! ❤️
This beautiful view to the Mediterranean makes me so happy. I snapped this photo today at my afternoon coffee break.
I love our little bistro corner in the kitchen!
La vie belle! ❤️
I feel so lucky to be able to enjoy this scenary every day. But still. At the same time, I need to add that it required 2 years of hard appartment buying process, unrealized Airbnb income due to covid, environmental decisions of dramatically cutting/stopping flying, uncertainty, financial stress, and discussions within the family how to value our life and what is really important. It required giving up a well-paid job of my dreams as MD, working a year in an inspiring, yet personally financially challenging start-up, health issues within the near and dear just to mention a few. The process is still ongoing as there are a lot of things cooking behind the scenes which will tighten our relationship to France. It is really worth following your heart but it surely doesn't come for free 😉
I am very fortunate to live most of my days in France either looking at the ever changing landscape of the sea or listening to the steady pace of the waves crashing to the shore. The sea is such a calming and new thoughts creating element. It makes me to think both far and near at the same time.
Today it has really been a warm summer day here in Cannes. The sand on the beach was burning hot for the first time. I love this view from the mirror which was taken at a beach restaurant during our coffee and ice cream break! ❤️
How wonderful it is to sit on the restaurant terrasse for the first time after last summer. The world is opening up a bit by bit.
The second-hand shops re-opened today after the lock-down so we were able to start looking for new treasures. The pale green armoire with golden stripes reminds me of Parisian appartments. It would look wonderful in our bedroom but is after all too big to the room - not to mention how to get it into the 6th floor by myself 🙈. But it was in such a perfect shape for an old antique / vintage piece. I hope this closet doesn't start hount me... Tomorrow we'll head to Nice and try to find other wonderful items.
Today was a good day! We didn't do anything special: just went to the beach, read books, and cuddled. And now Hanna fell asleep in my lap. It's divine to give all my attention to one child at a time!
This beautiful house is located in the Vieux Port de Cannes. Everytime I walk past the doorway I try to take peak in the people who live or work there. So far I haven't seen anyone but the building remains equally inviting. #cannesisyours
Life is not as easy as it seems in social media. But still, when you shred down everything unnecessary from your life, do you like what you see? Are you comfortable in your own skin? Once you learn how to appreciate yourself, you can start helping others around you.
Finding beautiful second-hand items is so rewarding. It feels like diving into the whole new world called the past!
The warmth and light of the sun feels so good on my winter skin!
There is such beauty in life, like the flowers which have found their way through this old wall.
We are very happy to be in Cannes. It feels unbelievable but I guess I can finally believe it's true that we can stay here for the next 3 months or so.
Even though we decided to buy a house in Côte d'Azur, it doesn't mean that I didn't find other areas of France wonderful. Therefore, I wrote the first article in which I introduce different parts, sights, and places worth to visit in France. The first areas are Normandie, Nouvel Aquitaine, Centre - Val de Loire, and obviously - Côte d'Azur. The later part of the article has been created together with @finnlinessuomi *kaupallinen yhteistyö * You can find my link in bio or go directly to www.tarinoidentaival.fi
I really hope that we could soon move to Cannes. Perhaps after the confinement in May. I will just sit outside and admire this view!
It takes about 5-10 minutes from our home to this beautiful spot at Plage du Midi, Cannes. It is Hanna's and my favorite spot as just on the other side of the rail tracks, there is a big playground under the shades of the green trees. So first we go playing and then continue to the beach for more fun and taking these sunset pictures!
The pink sunset view from our balcony just before the famous blue moment, l'heure bleue ❤️
At our home in Cannes I enjoy so much of the little culinary shops which are all specialized in certain ingredients like poissonerie, boucherie, boulangerie, cheese shops, wine shops etc. One of my favourites is a shop which sells fresh tortellinis and other pasta delicacies ☺️
I miss our home in Cannes and especially this view during the sunset ❤️
✨💙✨ Posted @withregram • @theptithomme À 15 minutes du Port de la @villedecannes, embarquez pour l’Île Saint-Honorat 🌴 Au cœur de l’archipel, les moines @cislerins cultivent leur foi au sein de l’Abbaye de Lérins ✨ Ce véritable havre de paix est idéal pour se ressourcer 🧘♂️🍃 et faire le plein d’énergie ⚡️ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ___⠀ #cannes #ile #island #nature #cislerins #ilesainthonorat #abbayedelerins #cannesisyours #cannestourism #cannesgreeters #cannestragrams #igerscannes #topcannesphoto #ilovecannes #cotedazurfrance #cotedazurnow #monsud #jaimelapaca #fierdusud #southoffrance #alpesmaritimes #provencealpescotedazur #sacreeriviera #eglise #abbaye #church #summer #instagood #picoftheday
I am so going to buy a 50's style vespa, preferably turquoise-white, once we move to France for good (or I get rich in the meanwhile). They do produce electrical vespas, right? 🤔
How did the renovation budget of our 70m2 apartment in Cannes turn out to be? Or the before and after renovation pictures? Just click the link in bio or go to our blog 👉tarinoidentaival.fi👈
My name is Madame Bond and I can renovate your house! No, really. This is my last day in Cannes until the return in a couple of months and today it has been just unbelievably tough day in doing things I've never done before. But now I can say that I'm pretty darn excellent in putting silicone in kitchen and bathroom (in the late hours!). Hence, the shades as I'm so beat and there is soooo much to do...
One day left before I need to leave this divine sea for a while 💔
These old French doors have a story or a few to tell ❤️
The sunrise of today was absolutely magnificent. No words to describe it ❤️
The l'heure bleue is the magical moment when the sky and sea turn fairytale-like blue before the sun sets. This is the moment which I never miss when being in Cannes.
What have I learned in being alone for 24hours? ° There is so much free time! I say this in a good way but I mean with all this time I could be writing books or to get so much things done. (It doesn't mean I want to though). ° I like being in my own company. So in that sense I feel I'm ok. I was a bit afraid if I didn't like being alone. ° I miss Timo, Emma, Laura, and Hanna. It's nice to be alone but I feel like I'm just on holiday. Being without my family is not what I want from life in the long run.
There is still a lot to do but I am already now celebrating what we have achieved so far! #newkitchen
The colors of the sunsets here in Cannes are almost unbelievable. This is an untouched photo with the actual colors. I have become such a sunrise and sunset lover during our stay this winter! 🌅
After long hours of renovating our home, it is so satisfying to see some corners finished. This is my working / make-up table in our bedroom and it has splendid views to the green hills of Cannes. I will show you a photo through the windows once the terrasse is cleaned from the paint cans and reno equipment...
Things don't always go according to the plans. We have encountered unexpected hinders along the way with the renovation. Well, more or less all the time... On top, I have to admit that I am not as "allmighty" health wise as I used to. It is not peachy to run around the clock days with the weeks long renovation combined with work and 5-member family with 2 parents working during the days, 2 teens having long-distance school, and one lovely and super active 5-year old running around. Even with one extra week, it feels quite demanding running against the clock. Therefore, it is darn hard to approve quality lesser than 100% or less work done. But it's either that or to face sick leave like yesterday 😬 Still, I wouldn't change being here. Looking at the sunsets like these in the blue hour just gives me so much depth to the mundane. I just love it living here so much.
Life is like a carousel 🎠. Make sure you enjoy the ride. #cannes #cannesisyours #cannesgreeters #cotedazur #cotedazurfrance #frenchriveria #instatravel #instagood #igerscannes #southoffrance #travel #traveling #voyage #visitcotedazur #wanderlust #travelgram #vacation #adventure #travelphotography #explorefrance #explorefeed #travelpic
When the sky looks like a dream, I'm in heaven!
Happy Epiphany to everyone. I would like to share the intriguing tradition of Galette des Rois which was actually new to me. Therefore, we didn't got a change to buy one today (all were sold out) but the cakes are available the whole January so maybe tomorrow we'll have a try! 🤴 Galette des Rois = The king cake takes its name from the biblical Kings and is conmemorated in the Solemnity of Epiphany. What started out roughly 300 years ago as a dry French bread–type dough with sugar on top and a bean inside now comes in many varieties depending on the country. Some king cakes are made of a sweet brioche dough in the shape of a hollow circle with a glazed topping sprinkled with colored sugar. Tradition holds that the cake is "to draw the kings" to the Epiphany. A figurine, la fève, which can represent anything from a car to a cartoon character, is hidden in the cake, and the person who finds the trinket in his or her slice becomes king for the day and will have to offer the next cake. Originally, la fève was literally a broad bean (fève), but it was replaced in 1870 by a variety of figurines made out of porcelain or—more recently—plastic. These figurines have become popular collectibles and can often be bought separately. Individual bakeries may offer a specialized line of fèves depicting diverse themes from great works of art to classic movie stars and popular cartoon characters. A paper crown is included with the cake to crown the "king" who finds the fève in their piece of cake. To ensure a random distribution of the cake shares, it is traditional for the youngest person to place themselves under the table and name the recipient of the share which is indicated by the person in charge of the service. Formerly, the cake was divided into as many shares as there were guests, plus one. The latter, called "the share of God," "share of the Virgin Mary," or "share of the poor" was intended for the first poor person to arrive at the home.
What do you see when you look outside your window?
My soul sings every morning and evening when I see this view from our balcony.
This year has been full of life changing moments. We have been brave enough to take many leaps of faith in 2020. Our dream of living in France has become a reality and I have found my dream job along with the most intelligent and warmhearted people whom I can now call my friends. This year has been good for us in spite of many challenges which have equally come our way. I wish you all happy new year! May it bring happiness and joy!
The year is soon coming to an end. We have been fortunate to witness how well the health care systems and the societies at large work both in Finland and in France during Covid-19. The pandemia has taught me many lessons but one of the most important one is that the goodness, helpfullness, and empathy in people unites us no matter the culture or country. The humanity has revealed itself again and showed how similar we are and how similar the things we value are. #socialimpact
There are mansions, villas, and even châteaux is Cannes. But then there are these cute little houses like this one which nestles in the hills of La Croix des Gardes. I can imagine sipping afternoon tea in the garden terrace and admiring the Baie de Cannes.
Ice cream in the sun! This is how our life in December looks like in France! I just enjoy the sun and life outside here so much!
Can you imagine that tonight we had this dark blue sunset, a really hard thunderstorm, and snow! Nature is full of surprises!
We had such a joyful Christmas Eve in France. Joyeux Noël!
I'm running hard to catch the Christmas holiday train. Let's remember to give ourselves a bit more mercy and peace of mind ❤️
Our life in Cannes is pretty quite and very much lock-down like. Working and working out, renovating and visiting large second-hand storages, and just being with the family. But the light and the warmth of the sun makes all the difference. Indeed, I know that our 1 year long strugglen to get the house was totally worth it.
Sunsets in Côte d'Azur leave me speachless. The blue moment with the pale pink hue is my favorite part!
The best about our home in Cannes is this ever changing view. The amount of happiness the sea view gives me is unmeasurable. I love being back ❤️
It will be a long travel from Finland to France. 😅 1) 200km from Espoo to Turku 2) Over-night ferry to Stockholm @vikinglinesuomi 3) 500km through Sweden 4) Over-night ferry to Germany 5) 800km to Switzerland 6) Hotel in Switzerland 7) 600km via Italy to Cannes My journey starts tomorrow and the rest of the family follows me on Thursday. Hop on board tomorrow afternoon!
We will admire this heavenly view in 7 days meaning our winter escape to France is be coming a reality after all. Our Instagram stories will activate from today onwards 💪
The packing has started and indeed we are leaving sooner than later by ferry and car towards Cannes. 🙌
I want to share with you one of my favourite beaches in Cannes. Or better said on the Île Saint Honorat 15 minuttes by ferry from Cannes. There is no clear path to this little cove but you rather have to find your way through a tight spiky bush scratching your legs until you can see this view. Last time we visited this place, there was just us and an old Man who probably comes swimming here every day. The water was cristal clear and the views beyond divine. This is the place I think of when needing good thoughts and happy places.
I hope the covid situation improves soon in Cannes, and thereby the lock-down ends so we can start planning our winter escape!
This photo summs pretty well how the covid has shut down our normal lives. The sunset is as beautiful as ever but the people are locked down inside. I wish you and us all courage to endure these uncertain times ❤️
The renovation starts finally tomorrow at our home in Cannes. The next 4 weeks will be intense as I am coordinating everything from Finland 😬 Wish us luck!
In spite of the sunny and crisp autumn days, the sunlight is slowly escaping Finland. I'm literally counting days until our winter escape to Cannes becomes a reality. I miss the bright light and beautiful sunsets behind the sea and mountains! Bonne soirée!
The countdown of our winter escape to Cannes has started. I barely can wait 😍 Less than 30 days and counting!!!
Today things started finally going fast forward. It feels good and scary at the same time - just like big dreams tend to do, right? So in a few days our wonderful renovation guy starts making miracles at our home in Cannes and not just a part of it but the whole renovation once and for all. As the wheels started moving this fast, it means that we need to make our plans ready for the winter escape. Why? Because a part of the renovation requires me being in France in making some interior decoration choices and purchases. So the count-down has began! Cheers!
I can't wait to start decorating our balcony even though it is not on the very top of our renovation to-do-list. I know there will be an instant gratification of getting everything organized, functioning, and beautiful as we indeed use this balcony the most of all the rooms at home. The balcony is fairly small and we need to be able to fit a 6 person dining table (probably 2 foldable tables), combined built-in sunset sofa & storage unit for chair cushions & sand toys, and space for drying the laundry and beach towels. I would love to find either dark wood or old & romantic French iron furniture. Oh well, dreaming and planning is fun.