| p>St Tropez is one of the most stunning locations | | | | from St Tropez to Genoa, which follows a course |
| on the French Riviera, and is often described as a | | | | rounding the islet of Giraglia in north Corsica. |
| modern version of a medieval town. Set on the | | | | During late September and early October, St |
| sparkling blue waters of the fabulous Golfe de | | | | Tropez hosts another popular Regatta: Les Voiles |
| Saint-Tropez, St Tropez is generally seen as a | | | | de St Tropez. Formerly known as the Nioulargue, |
| holiday destination for the rich and famous; but its | | | | Les Voiles sees the gathering of some of the |
| historical genesis as an international vacation | | | | most prestigious racing boats from across the |
| destination is slightly more complicated. | | | | world. This regatta provides visitors with a |
| While it was a retreat for global stars from the | | | | fantastic spectacle in the harbour, and is truly one |
| fashion world in the 1920s, St Tropez became a | | | | of the highlights of the year in St Tropez. |
| beach landing site during World War II. In the | | | | Other popular events include the International Polo |
| post-war era, it evolved from being an | | | | Cup, which is held in early July, and the Gold Polo |
| existentialist's summer holiday spot to what it is | | | | cup held in September. St Tropez is also home to |
| now - a globally recognised luxury holiday | | | | a number of art exhibitions, and it hosts various |
| destination, a reputation that was cultivated largely | | | | history of art lectures during the year. If you're |
| due to Brigitte Bardot in the 1950s. | | | | looking for villas to rent in St Tropez, there are a |
| Today, with its bustling nightlife, elegant parties | | | | number of different sources through which you |
| and beautiful beaches along the coast in the Baie | | | | can find what you're seeking. In fact, many |
| de Pampelonne and east of Ramatuelle, St | | | | visitors to St Tropez find that the best way to |
| Tropez's calendar is packed with events that will | | | | enjoy this fabulous destination is by staying in a |
| please all its visitors year-round. If you're an avid | | | | luxury villa. St Tropez villas can be found in a |
| sailing fan, perhaps the most famous annual event | | | | variety of locations; so whether you're seeking a |
| in St Tropez is the Giraglia Rolex Cup Sailing | | | | beachside property or a villa in the town centre, |
| Regatta: every year in June, three days of | | | | St Tropez villas are undoubtedly the best way to |
| regattas take place in the Golfe de St Tropez; | | | | enjoy this fantastic holiday town. |
| this is followed by the famous offshore race | | | | |