Insider Knowledge

Local Secrets

Hidden Gems - Unmarked restaurants - Private beaches access - Shortcut paths - Parking spots - Shopping deals - Event information

Unwritten Rules - Beach territories - Restaurant politics - Social hierarchies - Business networks - Family connections - Regional rivalries

Avoiding Faux Pas

Don't - Eat while walking - Rush service - Ignore greetings - Dress sloppily - Speak loudly - Assume familiarity

Do - Respect meal times - Greet properly - Dress appropriately - Learn basic French - Follow local lead - Show patience