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Cannes, France, is a city that caters to vacationers of all types. It is the capital of international cinema and holds the world's most famous film festival, the international film festival, during which the city becomes a mini-Earth! Nightlife in the city  is characterized by active casinos. The ever-present and pleasant beach is a place for people watching and getting a good Mediterranean tan. Solitude can be found in one of the many tropical gardens spread throughout the city, which you can reach from your Cannes vacation homes.

The world-renowned Cannes Film Festival is held for two weeks in May. The town becomes the second home of stars, starlets, press agents, producers, directors, and poseurs and even wannabes during the festival. Filmmakers from all over the world submit their films in hopes of winning the Palme d'Or (Golden Palm), the award given to the winner of the best film competition.

Cannes Beach is a real sandy beach with sun parking his chariot for a long coffee-break! The beach is not the pebbled variety you find at other resorts along the Riviera. Visitors to the beach will be surprised by the sheer number of activities to choose from. They are treated to a daily fashion show by all those people showing off their new swimsuits. There are plenty of sunning beds and parasols for rent, as well as equipment that can help you reach out to the Mediterranean. Small sailboats, canoes, kayaks, and jet skis can be rented at various points along the beach. Come and see the beach made famous by the noted designer Coco Chanel. The city also has plenty of historical and cultural attractions.