Visiting Cannes and St. Tropez When You're Not a Beach Person

As much as I have always loved a beach, I know that not everyone shares my sentiments. So what else is there to do in the Cote d’Azur than frolic in the Med? Well, as it turns out, plenty!

Travel, LifestyleJulie KandalecJune 17, 2019Julie Off Duty, St. Tropez, Cannes, Cannes Film Festival, South of France, Cote d'Azur, Mediterannean, France, EuropeComment

Visiting the Cote d'Azur during the Cannes Film Festival on a Budget

Thanks to its chic beaches, laidback attitude, and best gorgonzola gnocchi I’ve EVER had, the Cote D’Azur is easily one of my favorite places on the planet. I spotted a crazy cheap biz class seat on a new airline I’ve been dying to try, so I jumped at the chance.

TravelJulie KandalecDecember 4, 2018cannes, cote d'azur, French Riviera, South of France, Cannes Film Festival, La Compagnie airlines, Julie Off Duty, NYC celebrity manicurist, France, Cannes, Cote d'Azur, EuropeComment

Visiting Cinque Terre by Cruise Ship

Going on a cruise to the Mediterranean and thinking of visiting Cinque Terre? Be sure to read this first to be sure you get the most out of your time in this magical coastal region.

TravelJulie KandalecOctober 1, 2018julieknailsnyc, julie off duty, cinque terre, porto venere, portovenere, monterosso, celebrity cruises, la spezia, italy, ligurian coast, EuropeComment

Two Days off the Beaten Path in Dubrovnik

Planning a quickie trip to the gem of the Adriatic Coast, Dubrovnik? Let me take you off the beaten path on a 2.5 day trip to see all the best spots including kayaking and a food tour!