Italian Riviera - Riviera of Flowers

Known as the Riviera del Fiori - or Riviera of Flowers - the Italian Riviera shares the climate, beauty, charm and sophistication of the neighbouring French Riviera but with Italian twist. Beautiful mountains clad with olive groves and vineyards slope down to an azure seas, a drive along the coast reveals hilltop medieval towns and cliffs that drop down to colourful fishing villages. The mild climate makes the Italian Riviera ideal for visits in the early spring and late autumn. Situated just an hour and a half drive from Nice, Diano Marina is a beautiful resort on this stunning coastline. Its wide promenade runs the full length of the bay with plenty of cafes and shops to explore. At the eastern end of the town is Cervo, a pretty little hilltop village, typical of so many in this area, with narrow cobbled streets, a beautiful church and an olive oil press.