Monaco Goes Pink: A Day of Golf, Giving and Glamour for Pink Ribbon Monaco

 

On Saturday, October 3, Monaco and the French Riviera will come together for a full day of sport, philanthropy, celebration and fundraising in support of Pink Ribbon Monaco — with the Monaco Invitational at Royal Mougins Golf Club leading into the Pink Ribbon Monaco Gala at the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo.

For a Principality accustomed to combining spectacular settings with high-profile events, the day is a particularly fitting example of how Monaco’s sporting, business, social and philanthropic communities can come together around an important cause.

And while the events have very different personalities, they share the same objective: supporting women’s health, raising awareness about cancer and contributing to research.

The Monaco Invitational: Where Golf Meets Giving

The day begins with the Monaco Invitational, a charity golf experience presented by Pink Ribbon Monaco and led by Cameron Avery.

Taking place at the prestigious Royal Mougins Golf Club, the Invitational brings together business leaders, athletes, artists, philanthropists and distinguished guests for a day built around golf, networking and philanthropy.

The event begins with an official Welcome Cocktail at the Hôtel Métropole Monte-Carlo, the event’s official hospitality partner, before moving to Royal Mougins for a shotgun-start shamble tournament.

The experience is designed to be considerably more than simply a round of golf. Participants are offered breakfast, refreshments on the course and lunch, while the event creates an environment where people from different professional and social worlds can meet around a common cause.

Pink Ribbon Monaco describes the Invitational as a celebration of community, generosity and the Monaco lifestyle — but its timing is particularly significant.

The golf event is scheduled for the morning of October 3, with the day ultimately culminating in the Pink Ribbon Monaco Gala at the Hôtel de Paris.

In other words, participants can spend the morning on the golf course before moving from the fairways of Mougins to one of Monaco’s most famous hotels for the evening’s main fundraising celebration.

That combination gives the day a distinctly Riviera character.

From the Fairway to the Hôtel de Paris

The Pink Ribbon Monaco Gala takes place on the evening of October 3 in the magnificent Salle Empire at the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo.

The gala is being held under the Honorary Presidency of H.S.H. Princess Charlene of Monaco and brings together the worlds of philanthropy, luxury, entertainment and fundraising.

The evening is intended to be an elegant celebration, but the purpose behind it is considerably more important than the setting.

Funds raised through the gala support cancer research at the Centre Hospitalier Princesse Grace, helping support research into cancers affecting women.

Pink Ribbon Monaco describes its wider mission as promoting women’s health, cancer awareness and education, with early detection playing a central role. The organisation says it was the first association in the Monaco region dedicated to raising awareness around female cancers and illuminating buildings in pink.

The gala therefore represents the culmination of a day in which sport, social engagement and philanthropy all converge.

And There Is Another Way to Take Part

For people who cannot attend either the golf tournament or the gala, there is another opportunity to support Pink Ribbon Monaco.

Héli Air Monaco’s solidarity panoramic flights offer residents and visitors the chance to see the Principality from the air while contributing to the campaign.

The flights begin on October 3 and continue through November 1, providing another way for people to participate in Pink Ribbon Monaco’s fundraising efforts.

It is an appropriately Riviera-style idea: take to the skies above Monaco, enjoy the extraordinary views and, at the same time, contribute to a cause that affects countless families.

The initiative also demonstrates that supporting Pink Ribbon Monaco does not have to mean attending a formal gala or participating in a sporting event. There are different ways to get involved, depending on how people want to contribute.

More Than a Day of Events

What makes October 3 particularly interesting is the way these initiatives connect very different communities.

Golf brings together business leaders, athletes and philanthropists. The gala brings together Monaco’s international social and philanthropic community. And the panoramic flights open the campaign to residents and visitors who simply want to participate in a memorable experience while making a contribution.

That variety matters because breast cancer awareness cannot be confined to one particular community.

It affects women and families across different generations, backgrounds and countries. Research, education and early detection therefore require support from a broad cross-section of society.

Pink Ribbon Monaco’s events are designed to turn that support into something tangible.

The organisation’s message is straightforward: empowering women through education about early detection.

That message sits behind the glamour.

Monaco’s Ability to Bring People Together

There is something particularly appropriate about holding these events in Monaco.

The Principality has an extraordinary ability to bring together people from the worlds of international business, sport, entertainment, luxury and philanthropy. That concentration of influence can be particularly powerful when directed toward a cause that extends well beyond Monaco itself.

The Monaco Invitational illustrates that perfectly.

It isn’t simply a golf tournament. Pink Ribbon Monaco describes it as a celebration of community, generosity and the spirit of Monaco, with participants coming together before ultimately joining the Gala in the evening.

The result is effectively one continuous day of fundraising and awareness — beginning on the golf course in Mougins and ending beneath the chandeliers of the Hôtel de Paris.

October 3: Golf, Glamour and a Bigger Purpose

For anyone spending October 3 on the Côte d’Azur, there will be plenty happening.

For golfers and those looking for a high-end networking experience, there is the Monaco Invitational at Royal Mougins.

For those looking for an elegant evening in Monaco, there is the Pink Ribbon Monaco Gala at the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo.

And for those looking for something completely different, there are the Héli Air Monaco solidarity panoramic flights, beginning the same day and continuing throughout October.

Three very different experiences, but one common thread.

Pink Ribbon Monaco is using the extraordinary platform of Monaco and the wider Côte d’Azur to put women’s health, early detection and cancer research firmly in the spotlight.

And perhaps that is the most important part of October 3.

The golf, the champagne, the helicopter flights, the gala setting and the glamour are all memorable. But ultimately, they are vehicles for something much more meaningful: helping raise awareness, encouraging early detection and supporting research that can make a real difference to women’s lives.

On October 3, Monaco won’t simply be going pink for the cameras.

It will be putting its sporting, social and philanthropic communities behind a cause that deserves attention long after the pink lights are switched off.

How to Get Involved

Monaco Invitational

Saturday, October 3, 2026
Royal Mougins Golf Club, Mougins
Presented by Pink Ribbon Monaco and led by Cameron Avery.

Pink Ribbon Monaco Gala
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Salle Empire, Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo.

Héli Air Monaco Solidarity Panoramic Flights
October 3 – November 1, 2026
Héliport de Monaco.

For participation, partnership opportunities, tickets and further information, visit Pink Ribbon Monaco’s official events page.

Lights, Camera, Ride: Cyclists Wanted for Hollywood Thriller Filming in the Nice Hinterland

 

Cyclists across the Côte d’Azur could soon find themselves riding alongside some of Hollywood’s biggest names.

A major film production is coming to the Nice hinterland, and male and female cyclists with their own competition-grade racing bikes are being sought as extras for Pumping Black, an upcoming psychological thriller directed by Mimi Cave.

The film explores the intense and often ruthless world of professional cycling, following a rider approaching the end of his career who is pushed beyond his physical and psychological limits by a doctor obsessed with winning. The project has been described as a “Whiplash meets Black Swan” on two wheels, and features an impressive cast including Natalie Portman, Jonathan Bailey and Lukas Gage.

For local cycling enthusiasts, this is an unusual opportunity to combine a passion for cycling with a chance to experience a professional film set.

Cyclists Wanted

The production is looking for men and women of all ages, although particular interest is being shown in men aged 18 to 35.

Applicants should:

• Own their own competition-grade/racing bicycle

• Have intermediate to advanced cycling skills

• Be comfortable riding confidently in cycling clothing

• Have strong cycling ability and experience

• Be available to work in the Alpes-Maritimes and Nice hinterland

The production is expected to film in the Nice hinterland between late September and early December 2026.

Pay is listed at approximately €130 to €250 gross per day, depending on the role.

What You Need to Submit

Cyclists interested in applying will need to provide recent photographs, including a headshot and full-body photograph, together with:

• First and last name

• Age

• City of residence

• Cycling experience and skill level

• Measurements

• Availability

Applicants who were not born in France and do not hold French citizenship will also need to have the appropriate authorization to work in France. The production will verify the necessary paperwork.

A Chance to Get on Set

For cyclists living in Nice, Antibes, Cannes, Monaco and elsewhere along the Côte d’Azur, this could be a fun opportunity to see how a major international production operates from behind the scenes — while doing something you already love.

And with Pumping Black bringing Natalie Portman and Jonathan Bailey to the region, those selected as extras could find themselves with a rather memorable story to tell about their next ride through the hills above Nice.

Interested in applying? Applications and full casting information are available through CastingProd.

Villa Casalita: Where 1970s Côte d’Azur Style Meets Modern Luxury

 

There are beautiful villas on the French Riviera, and then there are villas that have a story to tell.

Villa Casalita, tucked away in the prestigious hills of Super Cannes, is one of those rare properties where the past and present have been brought together with remarkable care. With sweeping views across the Bay of Antibes towards Cap d’Antibes, extensive Mediterranean gardens and a private swimming pool, the villa offers the privacy and space of a secluded Riviera retreat while remaining within easy reach of Cannes, Antibes and the beaches of the Côte d’Azur.

But what makes Villa Casalita particularly special is not simply what has been added to the property. It is what has deliberately been preserved.

A Villa That Remembers Its Era

Originally built in the early 1970s, Villa Casalita carries the unmistakable character of that era — a period when the French Riviera was becoming synonymous with sophisticated international living, architecture, design and a certain effortless glamour.

When the owner undertook the renovation, the intention was never to erase that history and turn the villa into another anonymous contemporary luxury property.

Instead, the goal was to preserve the spirit and character of the original villa while bringing its comfort, quality and functionality firmly into the 21st century.

The renovation was completed in 2024, with the interiors developed specifically around the architecture and character of the period. The result is a home that feels considered rather than manufactured: original character and 1970s influences sit comfortably alongside contemporary comforts, carefully selected furnishings and high-quality finishes.

The philosophy behind the renovation was beautifully simple: preserve the spirit of the early seventies while creating a level of quality and specification designed to last for decades to come.

That approach is evident throughout the house.

Rather than stripping away its identity, the villa has been given a new life.

Design With a Sense of Place

Villa Casalita’s interiors were designed by Azur360 and combine iconic Italian and Scandinavian design influences from the period with contemporary pieces, bespoke details and carefully considered lighting. The result is sophisticated without feeling overly formal.

This is a villa designed to be lived in.

The generous 250-square-metre interior provides accommodation for up to 10 guests, with five beautifully designed bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. Two separate living rooms, each with an open fireplace, create space for different generations or groups of friends to spread out, relax and enjoy the house at their own pace.

And then there is the outdoors.

 

Set within approximately 3,500 square metres of Mediterranean gardens, Villa Casalita takes full advantage of the Riviera climate. Terraces, balconies and outdoor living spaces provide numerous places to enjoy breakfast in the sunshine, a long lunch with friends, an afternoon around the pool or an evening drink while watching the light change across the Mediterranean.

The spectacular sea view is, of course, one of the property’s defining features.

Looking across the Bay of Antibes towards Cap d’Antibes, the panorama changes throughout the day — from brilliant Mediterranean blue in the morning to the softer colours of the evening.

Your Own Private Riviera Retreat

The villa has been designed with both relaxation and entertaining in mind.

The large swimming pool is accompanied by a dedicated lounge area, while an outdoor kitchen and barbecue make al fresco entertaining wonderfully easy. There are two outdoor dining areas as well as a rooftop sun terrace, giving guests plenty of options for enjoying the Riviera lifestyle outdoors.

Inside, modern conveniences have been discreetly incorporated throughout.

There is air conditioning, Wi-Fi and Smart TVs, a fully equipped high-quality kitchen, generous bathrooms with rain showers, double showers in some bathrooms and a freestanding bathtub. Walk-in wardrobes provide additional comfort, while a garage and two additional parking spaces make the property particularly practical for families and groups travelling by car.

In other words, you get the atmosphere and personality of a distinctive 1970s Riviera villa without having to sacrifice the conveniences expected from a luxury holiday home today.

Super Cannes: Privacy Without Isolation

Location is another major part of Villa Casalita’s appeal.

Super Cannes is one of the most exclusive residential areas surrounding Cannes, known for its hillside villas, privacy, greenery and expansive views across the Mediterranean. It offers something that can be increasingly difficult to find on the Côte d’Azur: space and tranquillity while remaining close to everything.

From Villa Casalita, guests can enjoy the peace of a private hillside retreat while having Cannes, Antibes and Juan-les-Pins within easy reach. The beaches, restaurants, shopping, nightlife and cultural attractions of the Riviera are all accessible, while returning to the villa feels like leaving the activity of the coast behind.

For families, the location offers room to breathe. For groups of friends, there is plenty of space to gather together — and equally plenty of places to disappear for a little quiet time.

It is the kind of property where you can spend the morning at the beach, return for lunch beside the pool, head into Cannes in the afternoon and then come home to watch the sunset over the Mediterranean.

Or, quite honestly, you could simply stay at the villa all day.

A Villa Designed for Memories

The strongest endorsement of Villa Casalita may actually come from the people who have stayed there.

Guests have repeatedly commented on the spectacular views, the pool, the design, the peaceful setting and the quality of the renovation. One guest specifically praised the way the villa had been renovated and furnished with respect for its original architecture, while others have highlighted the combination of the pool, outdoor spaces, location and thoughtful design.

That is ultimately what makes Villa Casalita different.

It isn’t trying to be something it isn’t.

It doesn’t need to disguise its history behind an ultra-modern makeover. Instead, its history has become part of its appeal.

The owner has taken a villa from another era and carefully refreshed it for today’s guests — retaining the character, proportions and spirit that make it distinctive while introducing the comfort, technology and quality expected from a luxury Riviera property.

The result is a home that feels both nostalgic and contemporary.

A little bit of 1970s Côte d’Azur. A little bit of modern Riviera luxury. And a lot of Mediterranean living.

Your French Riviera Escape Awaits

Whether you are planning a family holiday, travelling with a group of friends or simply looking for somewhere exceptional to experience the Côte d’Azur at your own pace, Villa Casalita offers a very different kind of luxury.

It is private without being isolated, stylish without being impersonal and historic without feeling dated.

Most importantly, it gives you the opportunity to experience the French Riviera not simply as a visitor staying in a villa, but from your own private hillside retreat overlooking one of the most beautiful stretches of the Mediterranean.

Villa Casalita is available for holiday rental from approximately €4,000 to €8,500 per week, depending on the period.

A Collaboration Bringing You More

Villa Casalita is available through a collaboration between Perfect Homes and Experience The French Riviera.

By bringing these two agencies together, guests can benefit from the combined local knowledge, experience and services of both teams — providing a more extensive level of support before and during your stay.

For guests travelling to the French Riviera, that means having more than simply a beautiful villa waiting for you.

It means having experienced local professionals available to help make your Riviera experience as seamless, enjoyable and memorable as possible.

Villa Casalita — where the history of the Côte d’Azur meets the way we want to live today.

For rental enquiries and further information, please contact Perfect Homes or Experience The French Riviera

Super Cannes: The Story Behind One of the Côte d’Azur’s Most Exclusive Hillside Enclaves

 

There are plenty of places around Cannes where you can rent a beautiful villa or purchase a spectacular home, but Super Cannes is something rather different. Sitting high above the city on the hills of La Californie, extending toward the Vallauris side of the hill, Super Cannes combines extraordinary views, large private properties, mature vegetation and a remarkable piece of Riviera history.

It is also one of those places whose name immediately raises a question: why is it called Super Cannes?

The answer has little to do with modern real-estate marketing and everything to do with an ambitious 1920s vision to create an entirely new luxury residential and tourist destination above Cannes.

The Ambitious Idea Behind Super Cannes

The story begins in 1924, when the Société Immobilière de Paris et du Littoral (SIPL) began planning a major development on the heights above Cannes and partly toward Vallauris. The intention was to create a prestigious residential and tourist estate that would take advantage of the extraordinary position overlooking Cannes, the Mediterranean and the surrounding landscape.

 

This was not intended simply to be another collection of villas.

 

The original vision included a luxury hotel, residential properties, an observation tower, restaurants, luxury shops and leisure facilities, all connected to Cannes by infrastructure specifically created for the development. The authorities approved the subdivision in 1926, while roads, water, electricity and other infrastructure were already being developed from 1925.

 

And then there was the funicular.

For a development positioned high on the hill, access was obviously going to be critical. A funicular was constructed to connect the lower part of Cannes with the summit, making it possible for residents and visitors to reach the new resort without having to negotiate the steep hillside roads.

 

The Super-Cannes funicular opened in 1928 and operated for almost four decades, until 1966.

In other words, Super Cannes was conceived as a destination in its own right — somewhere that could offer the glamour and exclusivity of Cannes while being physically removed from the increasingly busy town below.

But Where Did The Name “Super Cannes” Come From?

The name reflected the idea behind the development itself.

The developers were effectively proposing a new, elevated version of Cannes: a prestigious residential and leisure destination above the existing city, with grand views, luxury accommodation and carefully planned infrastructure.

The word Super was therefore not originally describing a particular building or villa. It was associated with the development and estate being created on the heights above Cannes.

It was an ambitious piece of Riviera real-estate branding almost a century before phrases such as “ultra-luxury” and “trophy property” became standard vocabulary in international property marketing.

There is also an interesting geographical wrinkle. Super Cannes is associated with the La Californie/Californie-Pezou hills of Cannes, while parts of the wider development extend into Vallauris. Today, when people talk about Super Cannes, they are generally referring to this elevated residential area rather than a formally separate town or municipality.

The Observatory Was Supposed To Be Part Of The Experience

One of the most fascinating remnants of that original vision is the Observatoire de Super-Cannes, also known as the Observatoire de la Californie.

The first observation tower was built in 1925, initially as a temporary wooden structure while the much larger development was being planned. Its purpose was remarkably straightforward: give prospective visitors and property buyers a spectacular view of the landscape they were being invited to invest in.

That tells you quite a lot about the original concept.

The panorama wasn’t simply a pleasant side effect of building on the hill. The view was part of the product.

The original plans also envisaged a belvedere, tea room and luxury commercial premises around the water tower. Those elements were never fully realised.

The wooden observation tower was eventually replaced in 1953 by the distinctive concrete observatory designed by Cannes architect Georges Sauvan. The Ministry of Culture describes the structure as a remarkable modernist observation tower, positioned at the top of the hill and designed to allow visitors to appreciate the surrounding landscape.

It has since become one of the most recognisable pieces of architectural heritage associated with Super Cannes.

The Grand Hotel That Never Happened

Perhaps the biggest indication of how ambitious the original project was comes from the proposed Grand Hôtel de Super-Cannes.

Plans were drawn up for a luxury hotel of approximately 200 to 300 rooms, positioned at around 232 metres above sea level and served by the funicular. The hotel was intended to help make the enormous investment in roads and infrastructure financially viable.

But the project never came to fruition.

The death of architect Édouard-Jean Niermans in 1928 contributed to the abandonment of the hotel project, while the wider development ran into serious financial difficulties. Roads and infrastructure works were interrupted and parcels were subsequently resold.

The original dream of creating a complete luxury resort on the hill therefore never entirely materialised.

Ironically, that failure helped create much of what makes Super Cannes so interesting today.

Rather than becoming another intensely developed resort, the hills retained a considerable amount of space, vegetation and privacy.

From Grand Development To Exceptional Residential Enclave

Although the original development struggled, villas began appearing on the hillside, including some substantial residences built from the late 1920s onward.

Eventually, Super Cannes evolved into something slightly different from what its developers originally imagined.

Instead of becoming a self-contained mountain resort packed with hotels, restaurants and commercial activity, it became predominantly a low-density residential area, characterised by villas and substantial private properties.

The scale of the original development is considerable. Historical records indicate that the estate eventually incorporated hundreds of residences across the Cannes and Vallauris sides of the area.

And this is precisely where the appeal of Super Cannes lies today.

Why Super Cannes Is So Different From Central Cannes

If you stay in the centre of Cannes, the attraction is obvious.

You have La Croisette, the Palais des Festivals, restaurants, boutiques, beaches and the energy of the city immediately outside your door.

Super Cannes offers almost the opposite experience.

You can be above all of it.

The city, the bay and the Mediterranean become part of the panorama rather than the immediate environment. Depending upon the position of the property, views can extend across Cannes, the Bay of Cannes, the surrounding hills and toward the Esterel massif.

And because the properties are generally set within the hills rather than along the densely developed waterfront, many have something increasingly difficult to find around the Côte d’Azur: space.

Large gardens, swimming pools, terraces, mature trees, private driveways and expansive outdoor living areas are all part of the attraction.

That combination makes Super Cannes particularly interesting for buyers looking for a Riviera home that feels genuinely private while remaining within easy reach of Cannes.

Why Buy In Super Cannes?

For someone considering purchasing property on the Côte d’Azur, Super Cannes occupies an interesting position.

It provides the proximity and international appeal of Cannes without necessarily requiring the compromises associated with buying directly in the city centre.

A well-positioned villa can offer:

• panoramic Mediterranean and Cannes views;

• considerable privacy;

• serenity

• gardens and landscaped grounds;

• swimming pools and large terraces;

• generous interior space;

• parking and private access;

• proximity to Cannes and its amenities;

• relatively quick access to the beaches and La Croisette;

• and an environment that feels substantially quieter than central Cannes.

It is particularly attractive for buyers looking for a second home, family residence or substantial Riviera property rather than simply an apartment that happens to have a sea view.

There is another important consideration.

Super Cannes has a distinctive identity. It is not simply “Cannes with a bigger house.” The hillside setting, history, mature vegetation and panoramic position give it a character that is difficult to reproduce elsewhere.

And For A Holiday Villa?

For a family or group of friends, Super Cannes can be particularly appealing.

Imagine spending the morning around the swimming pool, lunch on a shaded terrace overlooking the Mediterranean and then heading down into Cannes for an afternoon on the beach, shopping along Rue d’Antibes or dinner around the old town.

You have the convenience of Cannes without necessarily having to live in Cannes for the duration of your holiday.

That distinction matters.

A villa in Super Cannes can provide the kind of privacy and outdoor space that is difficult to achieve with a centrally located apartment. For larger families or groups travelling together, a private villa can effectively become the base for the entire holiday rather than simply somewhere to sleep between excursions.

And while the area feels secluded, you are not in the middle of nowhere. Cannes is immediately below, while Antibes, Juan-les-Pins, Mougins, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Grasse and the wider Côte d’Azur are all accessible by road.

The Views Are Only Part Of The Story

The obvious selling point of Super Cannes is the panorama.

But for me, that isn’t actually the most interesting thing about the area.

The fascinating part is how the history and geography have combined to produce the neighbourhood that exists today.

The original developers wanted to create a glamorous destination above Cannes. They invested in roads, utilities, a funicular, an observatory and plans for a major hotel and leisure facilities.

The project ultimately failed to become the grand resort originally envisaged.

Yet the hillside remained.

The villas remained.

The views remained.

And over time, Super Cannes developed into one of the more distinctive residential areas surrounding Cannes.

That history is still visible today in the surviving infrastructure and, most famously, in the observatory and remnants of the old funicular system. The City of Cannes itself highlighted the centenary of the funicular’s construction in 2025, noting that the little cars transported tourists and residents up the California hill for approximately four decades.

A Riviera Location With A Sense Of Separation

 

Perhaps that is ultimately what makes Super Cannes so special.

It gives you Cannes without quite feeling like Cannes.

You can have the restaurants, beaches, international events, shopping, yachts and glamour of the city within easy reach, but return to a villa tucked into the hills where the atmosphere is considerably more peaceful.

For a property buyer, that can translate into privacy, outdoor space and spectacular views.

For a holidaymaker, it can mean having a beautiful private villa where everyone can spend time together while still being close enough to enjoy everything Cannes has to offer.

And for anyone interested in the history of the Côte d’Azur, Super Cannes provides something particularly rare: a luxury development whose original 1920s ambitions can still be traced through the landscape nearly a century later.

The name Super Cannes may sound like modern marketing.

In reality, it is a reminder of an extraordinary Riviera experiment — an attempt to build a glamorous new world above Cannes, complete with its own transport, hotel, observation tower and luxury residential estate.

The hotel never arrived.

The resort never quite became what its creators imagined.

But the hillside survived.

And today, that unfinished dream has become one of the most intriguing places around Cannes to own or rent a villa, particularly for those who value privacy, views, space and a genuine connection to the history of the French Riviera.

For further information on exceptional properties available for sale or holiday rental in Super Cannes, contact Experience The French Riviera assistance: Info@experiencethefrenchriviera.com