October 20, 2024 - October 27, 2024
Bonjour. Come and join me for an unforgettable week on the magical French Riviera!
Reward yourself with a week of wandering, sunning, eating, and shopping the flea markets and brocante shops of
the stunning Cote d’Azur accompanied by accomplished creative and traveler Wendy Dreaney.
7 nights, 8 days
Price $2,400 per person
WHAT TO EXPECT
adventure + beauty + discovery
As regular travelers to the Cote 'd'Azur we have curated a trip that highlights our personal favorite hidden gems and does not focus on typical tourist sites. We will experience the area like a local and with stories of the painters, architects and writers attracted by the light, climate, and breathtaking landscapes. You can expect local antique and food markets, guided tours of the most beautiful museums, eat French and Mediterranean-inspired food, walks along the magnificent coast, and discover the unique magic that only the Côte d’Azur has to offer!
ABOUT YOUR HOST
Wendy Dreaney is an internationally successful producer and stylist, who has worked for the past thirty years at the left and right of the camera. Wendy now finds herself centered directly and very comfortably behind the lens. This professional evolution formed organically from combining a razor-sharp sensibility for the finite details of creating an image with her open and witty observation of the world. Wendy has traveled around the planet on assignments collaborating with the who’s who of advertising creatives, but always comes back to France. There are suitcases full of Wendy’s anecdotes. To hear them you’ll just have to meet Wendy and see the world as she does from four eleven and ¾ inches.
INCLUDED IN THE EXPERIENCE
Two group breakfasts. Enjoy local pastries fresh from the boulangerie with your coffee or tea while enjoying the company of your fellow wanderers.
Bienvenue to the French Riviera apéro.
Admission fees for the specially curated museums we have personally visited.
A guided tour of the cultural site Cap Moderne consisting of Eileen Gray's villa E-1027, Le Corbusiers Cabanon, and Holiday Cabins.
A day trip to a coastal Italian village.
All-day excursion to La Grande Braderie St Tropez to experience the famous annual shopping extravaganza in the heart of the French Riviera.
All guided tours of museums, neighborhoods, and antique markets.
All designated group transportation to and from organized activities.
Farewell apéro.
NOT-INCLUDED
Flights
Hotels - we have provided a list of hotels below, ranging in price for you to choose from., as well as links for holiday rentals. We wanted to let you have the option to select where you would like to spend your week in the Côte d’Azur. We have stayed at several of these hotels, and each is located in fabulous neighborhoods! The hotels are all central, and we will easily be able to regroup for our activities.
Taxi/Ubers - For each day we will plan to take public transportation to and from our activities. This can include trains, buses, or boats. We do understand that for some, taking a taxi will be easier. If you do take a taxi, this will be at your own expense.
Restaurant meals - We understand that not everyone has the same taste in food. Although we encourage you to try the local cuisine, we want to allow you the freedom to explore the restaurant scene of the region.
Any personal souvenirs or purchases.
Travel insurance - required*
IMPORTANT DETAILS
A 25% DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED TO CONFIRM YOUR RESERVATION. THIS DEPOSIT IS NEEDED TO SECURE YOUR SPOT ON THE TRIP.
THIS DEPOSIT NON-REFUNDABLE
You will receive an invoice for the remaining balance 30 days before the start of the trip. If you need to be on a payment plan, please contact us directly :)
A minimum of four guests are required for this trip to take place.
* Travel Insurance is REQUIRED if you would like to join this trip. If you need to cancel due to personal reasons, you will be partially covered through your insurance.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
LODGING
Recommended hotels in Villefranche-sur-Mer. There are also loads of charming holiday rentals available for short-term rental in the center of the village if you prefer a more authentic holiday experience.
CONTACT
To contact “Escape to My France” send an email to wendy@wendydreaney.com or fill out the form below. Let’s chat!
Autumn 2024
Escape To My France
Côte D’Azur