The Balearic islands are composed of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera.

A six step itinerary:

After your flight into Nice, greet your yacht in the colorful fishing village of Villefranche-sur-Mer. Its old-world charm has made it a featured location in many James Bond films as well as The Jewel of the Nile.

Anchor off St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat to take in the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild perched between the port and the mainland. After mooring in Monaco, a glamorous night-life scene is guaranteed at Place du Casino, the center of Monte Carlo. The chic, neo-Deco bistro Quai des Artistes provides fabulous cuisine and people watching.

Enroute to Antibes, visit one of the medieval hilltop villages. Shop along the cobblestone streets and visit the sculpture garden and the modern art collection at Foundation Maeght. Spend the evening docked alongside other spectacular yachts at The International Yacht Club.

Considered one of the most romantic old towns on the Mediterranean coast, Antibes inspired Picasso to paint on a panoramic scale. Stroll Promenade Amiral-de-Grasse along the crest of Vauban's seawalls. View the impressive collection in the Musee Picasso.

Make a quick trip into Provence to visit charming St. Paul de Vence. Then cruise past Jan-Ies-Pins for beautiful views over cocktails and appetizers. Anchor off romantic Iles de Lerins for a quiet alfresco dinner onboard before your next stop -- "over-the-top" St. Tropez!

Moor at Jean-Jaures and head ashore early to tour the medieval backstreets before the crowds. Be sure to visit the Musee de I'Annociade, which traces the evolution of painting from impressionism to expressionism. Or, if you danced until the wee hours in one of St. Tropez's many chic clubs, it may be your day to sleep late.

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