Nice is the heart of the French Riviera - No wonder it attracts people from around the world. The excitement begins when you land on the narrow strip of land in the Mediterranean Sea. You see miles of coastline with a backdrop of hills blending effortlessly into mountains.   Nice is the perfect "home base" from which to explore the many jewels of the French Riviera - from glitzy cities and resort towns to tiny mountaintop villages.  There is something for everyone here - art, history, nature - enjoy it all while eating fresh Mediterranean cuisine and sipping  a crisp glass of rosé by the sea.