Regent Carlton Cannes
Don your floppiest hat and biggest sunglasses and head for the French Riviera's historic treasure: InterContinental Carlton Cannes. Since 1911, celebrities have flocked to this belle epoque beauty on the Bay of Cannes; the Palais des Festivals and shopping along Rue d'Antibes are nearby. The staff here is incredible and will go to great lengths to make your stay legendary; simply ask, and they'll arrange a behind-the-scenes tour of the Fragonard perfume factory or tee times at the area's most exclusive golf courses. See and be seen at The Carlton Restaurant, where Head Chef Laurent Bunel creates fine seasonal dishes.
Ask to see the ballroom, claimed to be the first place where Prince Rainier of Monaco set eyes on Grace Kelly.