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CANNES ooooo ooooo MONTE CARLO NICE ooooo ooooo HOTEL MARTINEZ At a very special spot in Cannes, perched directly on the Mediterranean, a sumptuous white palace looms. Hotel Martinez represents some of the grandest living arrangements on the Riviera. The Art-Deco style that was fashionable when the Martinez first opened in 1929 lives again in the décor, which features original lithographs by artists such as Picasso. The state-of-the-art Spa Martinez is a refuge of calm, offering a full range of Sothys and Lancaster treatments. The Martinez also features an outdoor heated swimming pool, a large private beach, watersports and the gourmet Michelin two-star La Palme d'Or restaurant. HOTEL HERMITAGE Overlooking the Mediterranean and opened at the turn of the last century, this historic palace cultivated elegance with 280 luxurious guestrooms, a terrace with panoramic view, winter garden with Gustave Eiffel-designed dome, piano bar and nine lounges. The state-of-the-art aqua-fitness complex features a huge heated seawater pool, sauna, cardio-training center, Turkish hammam, extensive spa menu and over 40 treatment rooms. INTERCONTINENTAL CARLTON CANNES The InterContinental Carlton is quite simply the most legendary five-star hotel in the chic resort of Cannes. An historic treasure on the French Riviera, built in 1911 with inspiration from the Belle Époque period, and its famous façade is now registered as an historical monument. Located on La Croisette, it provides unrivaled views over the Bay of Cannes and the sparkling Mediterranean Sea. The hotel boasts a selection of elegant guestrooms, including vast seventh floor penthouses with breathtaking views. Watersports enthusiasts can enjoy water skiing and parasailing from the Carlton pier, and Palais des Festivals is just a short walk away. HOTEL PALAIS DE LA MEDITERRANÉE Palais de la Mediterranée is an elegant, luxurious hotel built in the 1930's and restored to its past splendor and majesty. This architectural jewel of the French Riviera is located in the famous fashionable meeting place, Promenade des Anglais, enjoying spectacular views of the Baie des Anges, the hills or the beautiful inner patio gardens. The 188 deluxe guestrooms are decorated in Art-Deco style and are equipped with a full complement of modern facilities. It boasts an indoor and outdoor pool heated year-round, solarium, fitness center, beach with watersports, and casino. France and Monaco 35