CANNES

The city on the Côte d’Azur becomes the world epicentre of the seventh art until 25 May.

Once again this year, everything that is going on in the world of cinema and everything that is of interest will take place between the Palacio de Festivales y Congresos and the Hotel Martínez, one of the places to be in the city.

The most important film festival in the world is a showcase for good films, but also for luxury and glamour. And although seeing a film is reserved for those with a few privileged accreditations, the red carpet at the Palais is free and accessible to the curious and film buffs alike.

Francis Ford Coppola’s return to the Cannes competition 45 years after the Palme d’Or for ‘Apocalypse Now’ is the focus of the festival, which this year will pay tribute to Meryl Streep and George Lucas.

But Cannes is much more than just a film festival venue.
Ready for its secrets?

La Croisette. On the city’s most emblematic boulevard, where the impressive façades of the palaces converted into iconic hotels can be seen: the Carlton (@carltoncannes), the Majestic (@hotelbarrierelemajestic) or the Martinez (@martinezhotel).

If you’re in the mood for breakfast out, Maison Charlotte Busset is an exquisite option, with artisanal pastries such as their pain perdu. (@maison_charlotte_busset)

For wine, La Cave is a cosy restaurant with a great selection of local wines. @lacavecannes

For lunch with a sea view and Mediterranean flavours, Lucia Cannes, the new Italian restaurant at Nikki Beach in Cannes. (@lucia.cannes). And for seafood lovers, Astoux et Brun (@astoux_et_brun) is the place to be.

And to end the day, a relaxing session at the Spa Villa Belle Plage, a former 19th century residence with a circular sauna made in the Himalayas from pink salt bricks, to boost well-being and restore vitality. (@spavillabelleplage).