11 Glamorous Destinations That'll Help You Live the Riviera Life

The French Riviera is also known as the Cote D'Azur, which translates in English to "blue coast." It's the perfect mix of quaint French villages and glam seaside resorts. There's no strict boundary, but a road trip from Saint-Tropez to Italy will just about cover it.

Did we mention the adorable cobbled streets? They're everywhere. Make sure you pack your flats.

The biggest draw for people visiting the Italian Riviera is Cinque Terre on the Ligurian coast. It's a collection of five beautiful villages that will have your Instagram followers going green with envy at every single photo you post.

Yep, England has its own riviera. It might not get as much sunshine as the others on the list, but if seaside charm and cute boats are what you're after, you'll find it in Torbay. You'll find sub-tropical gardens aplenty here, too.

Mexico's riviera is actually a collection of twenty cities, including Cabo San Lucas and Mazatlan. The phrase "Mexican Riviera" was actually coined by a cruise ship company who wanted to cash in on the success of France's coastline.

Every bit as chic as its French and Italian counterparts, The Portuguese Riviera just west of Lisbon is ideal for those looking for a glam holiday spot that's a little out of the ordinary. Head to Cascais for the magic.

Seriously, pack your bags immediately. It's like this all over.

If we can tempt you away from Italy, you're in for a real treat in Croatia. It's a country known for its island-hopping, but with views like this you probably won't want to go anywhere.

The Costa Del Sol, Costa Brava, and Costa Blanca make up Spain's riviera and they've got a lot more going for them than package holidays. Look a little further than the main tourist towns and you'll be rewarded.

The Greek capital Athens has its own little riviera, and it's a real beauty. The Saronic Gulf has some really special spots, just make sure you take a stroll away from the main dockyard for the best locations. You're a train ride away from Athens city center, so this destination is perfect if you want a coastline as well as some fantastic nightlife and culture.

The Saronic Gulf has its own little collection of islands, and Hydra is the most popular of the bunch, for pretty obvious reasons.

The Mayan Riviera, on the Yucatán Peninsula, is often confused with the Mexican Riviera. The Mayan is on the Caribbean Sea, not the Pacific coast. Not sure which is better? Visit both.

And now for something completely different. The Chinese Riviera might not be as well-known as some of the others on the list, but that's what makes it so special. Centered around the city of Zhuhai in the Guangdong Province, it's seriously luxe.