Think the closest you'll get to St Tropez is by spending the afternoon spritzing on the ultimate fake tan? Indeed, that is quite possible, with the French Riviera holiday spot being one of the most exclusive (and expensive) celeb getaways since 60s siren Bridgette Bardot batted her eyelids there. And it never loses that chic allure, with even the blue Mediterranean waters coming at a cost (you don't want to be there sans private yacht mon cher).

Those who aren't bronzing themselves the old-fashioned way down on the beaches are sitting back in charming old cafes as the Porsches pass by. Dying to be a part of it? We know just where to slip in amongst the beautiful people.

Celeb spots...

To dine
Papagayo restaurant is top choice for world conqueror Tom Cruise and Katie. After fabulous foie gras, or whatever else takes your fancy, this restaurant in the harbour livens up with all-night dancing.

To party
Such a celeb fave, you'll bump into anyone from Tara Reid to George Clooney, VIP Room is the place to be on a Friday night. Alternatively, if you look the part (P Diddy was turned away for looking too B-list), you may get into Les Caves du Roy. Cash to splash? Get the girls there for your bachelorette party a la Eva Longoria.

To tan
Pampelone beach is a prime spot of sand, with Bono, his wife Ali and pal Penelope Cruz sunning themselves there recently.

To stay
The Mediterranean village-style Byblos resort is the A-list hideaway. Go to www.byblos.com.