Is the Riviera O-V-E-R?

Clearly some people think so:

http://www.thedailybeast.com/blogs-and-stories/2010-08-16/yacht-scene-in-st-tropez-monte-carlo-goes-downhill/

http://www.thedailybeast.com/blogs-and-stories/2010-08-10/the-mysterious-burglar-on-the-french-riviera/full/full/

We have spent much time on the French Riviera and would have to agree with these articles. Safety was definitely a concern even five years ago in Cannes, as we heard stories from people we knew who had homes locally about being robbed. Also, we noted increasing hotel security and other issues. We were advised to watch our children carefully due to kidnapping threats etc.

Although we still enjoy a day in St. Tropez, as it is beautiful and fun, but it does not have the glamour it used to have. But it is always an enjoyable, hot, day at the beach and a nice dinner then back to the peace and quiet (except for the cicadas) of Provence.