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Top 7 French Riviera Hidden Gems (A Local’s Guide) + A Lifestyle Redesign Built Around Travel with Cédric Pages


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What if the French Riviera you’ve seen in photos is only half the story?

Cédric Pages is the founder of WhatToDoRiviera.com, a local tour entrepreneur driving discovery across the Côte d’Azur by partnering with small operators and curating authentic experiences.

In this episode, we dive into seven hidden gems of the French Riviera that most visitors miss, plus Cédric’s journey from IT to tour guide and how he’s building a travel business that’s rooted in human connection.

Cédric shares seven of his favorite French Riviera hidden gems, including secret coastal walks, ancient monasteries, and even a solar-powered sailing experience. You’ll hear what makes the region so unique, how to explore it without breaking the bank, and why most visitors miss its most memorable spots. 

Which of these hidden gems are you most excited to explore, or which region have you discovered that surprised you? I'd love to hear about it, and I hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message.

Tune In To Learn:

  • How Cedric turned a single walking tour into a platform supporting local guides and curated experiences across the Riviera
  • A coastal walk that offers dramatic sea views, rare flora, and villa-lined cliffs
  • An under-visited nearby island that still houses monks and produces local wine and olive oil
  • The story of a tiny, family-run vineyard still using centuries-old winemaking methods
  • Why a scenic train ride turns a Riviera base into an unexpected mountain gateway
  • What it’s like to glide silently along the coast on a solar-powered boat
  • How one inland river canyon makes for an epic full-day adventure
  • Which town Cédric recommends as your base, and when it actually makes sense to move
  • The biggest assumption people make about French hospitality and how to break through
  • Advice for building a travel business that connects you with people, not just tours
  • And so much more
  • Resources:

    • Sign up for our FREE newsletter
    • Cédric’s list of French Riviera hidden gems
    • What To Do Riviera
    • Instagram
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