Subject related visits
Vence
This small town was the home to Henri Matisse among others and its extensive artistic heritage has left a legacy of contemporary art galleries and even a chapel designed by Matisse himself. There is plenty to inspire students and they will be able to see where Matisse drew his own inspiration and understand for whom he made some of his works.
Musée Chagall, Nice
Put together with the assistance of the artist himself, the Chagall museum enables students to understand his place in the currents of art.
Maison de Renoir, Cagnes-Sur-Mer
To understand the day-to-day life and inspirations of this great impressionist, students can visit Renoir's house. It is possible to go inside and see the photographs illustrating his life, as well as some of the works he created here.
Picasso Museum, Antibes
At the Castle Grimaldi, where Picasso spent some productive time in 1946, students can see works by the master of Cubism in the environment in which they were created.
Nice
A bustling city of contrasts overlooking the Baie des Anges, including the Matisse Museum and the National Marc Chagall museum.
Cote D’azur Hinterland
Beautiful towns and villages renowned for artisan crafts and industries, for example traditional potteries, glass works and the perfume factories at Grasse or Eze where you can even design your very own perfume!
Le Petit Train de Nice
All aboard for a sightseeing tour of Nice! This motorised train will take your group along the promenade des Anglais, past the flower market, across the Square Massena and into the Old Town.
Further highlights
- Modern Foreign Languages
French Lessons
In Nice Travelbound use language schools such as Alpha B who offer year round courses in French with an emphasis on practical language learning that can be practised whilst on tour. Groups can be split and taught at different levels and different times making larger tour groups' session times more manageable and worthwhile.
This course combines language lessons from qualifield language schools in resort with ‘out and about' assignments. All assignments are task based, strengthening lessons learnt from the classroom session and aims to provide a degree of self sufficiency in the language, whether its understanding the money, exploring the market or shopping for food. This course includes morning language lessons, a certificate for each student and worksheets on a CD Rom.
Project options include:
- I-spy en-route
- Resort specifc assignments
- Local etiquette
- Useful phrases
- Money and measurements
- Market assignment
- Restaurants and shopsTraditional French Market Towns
Send your students into the charming markets and towns of the Côte d'Azur including: Cannes, Nice and St Tropez to negotiate and gain confidence in their use of practical French.
Young Reporter
For a more structured learning experience, this project allows students to interview local people on an agreed theme. They can practice their vocabulary, gain confidence and learn about the lives of French people at the same time.
St Raphael
This famous beach resort was originally founded by the Romans and resides in between the resorts of St Tropez and Cannes
Aquasplash
13 giant water slides, a wave pool, a relaxing river, a paddling pool for the very young, a high speed plunge down the "Black Cannon" and the "Side Winder", the most exhilarating of descents
Flea Markets
Antibes and Cannes have regular antique and flea markets which are great for practicing language skills while haggling for bargains.
Pont du Gard
Stupendous Roman aquaduct, nearly 300 yards long and built in three soaring tiers over the Gard Valley with visitor centre including a hands-on museum particularly suitable for younger children
Monaco
This glamorous location has been used as a film set, racing track and as a playground for the wealthy and students will find lots to fuel their interest including a fantastic oceanographic museum.
Aqualand in Fréjus
All the fun of the largest water park on the Côte d'Azur will give your students the chance to swim, splash and relax as they enjoy the water based facilities.
Fragonard Parfumeur, Grasse
This traditional Riviera town is considered the world's capital of perfume. We recommend the guided tour of the Fragonard Parfumeur, the oldest factory in Grasse.
St Tropez
Since WWII this former fishing village has become renowned as a haven for the rich and famous. The old port provides an interesting contrast with the modern marina and the beautiful light enhanced views have inspired painters and film makers alike.
