KEEPING SAFE
AND WELL IN CANNES
Information for delegates attending the
2017 International Festival of Creativity
The safety of our delegates is something we take very seriously.
Both upfront and behind the scenes, we do all we can to ensure
everyone gets the most from their Cannes Lions experience, while
keeping safe and well.
The relaxed environment of the Festival is a key part of its success.
But a little forward-planning can go a long way towards ensuring your
time is well-spent and incident-free, and that in the unlikely event of a
problem, the right information is close to hand – which is why we’ve
created this short guide and made it available to every delegate.
If you need any more support or information, please don’t hesitate to
ask us – we’re here to help!
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PAC KING AND PREPAR ATION
When getting ready for the Festival,
bear in mind these top tips – advice
based on years of experience and
feedback from past attendees.
Travel plans
If you’re travelling by air to the Festival,
you should know that the Nice Côte d’Azur
International Airport is approximately 45
minutes from Cannes in a taxi, with a
typical journey costing between €90 and
€120.
Clothing
There’s no official dress code for the
Festival and it’s generally a casual event.
Dressing up for awards ceremonies and in
the evenings is common, but not essential.
The days are long and delegates cover lots
of ground (some of it sandy) which means
comfortable footwear is a must.
But there are lots of other options – from
buses to helicopters – to get you to the city.
More information about travel options can
be found on our website.
Planning your time
Electricals
The key to getting the most from the Festival
is to plan sessions you wish to attend ahead
of time.
Appliances from any region can be used
in Cannes, however a European Mainland
converter for plugs is required.
To keep up with what’s on and when,
download the official Cannes Lions App
to browse listings of the week’s talks and
events, create a personalised schedule
and check out the ‘Highlights’ section to
playback key moments from each day.
They can be purchased at the airport,
larger supermarkets or an electricals store
in Cannes if needed.
Personal care items
Remember to pack all prescription
medications and toiletries, including
sunscreen. Any forgotten items can
be purchased from pharmacies or
supermarkets listed on page six.
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WHEN YOU ARRIVE
There’s so much to see and do in
Cannes, you won’t want to waste a
minute. Here are some tips to get
your time at the Festival off to a
smooth start.
Getting around Cannes
Badge collection
Expect bag checks
Delegate badges can be collected by taking
booking confirmation details to Registration,
which is on the ground floor of the Palais
des Festivals, and is open from 16–23 June.
between 08:00–20:00. On Saturday 24 June the
Palais will close at 16:15, although the registration
area will remain open until 18:00.
Be aware that we’ll be checking bags at the
entrances to all of the main venues, and
please note that large suitcases/luggage
will not be permitted inside the Palais.
Taxis are available around the city, but most
people prefer to walk – you never know
who you might bump into!
Please note that if you bring anything larger than
a backpack to a checkpoint, you will be asked to
deposit it at the left luggage hut outside the Palais
which will slow down your entry to the Festival.
Registration is only accessible via checkpoint 12
for delegates or checkpoint 5 for speakers or VIPs.
See map on our website for more details.
‘How to Cannes’ tours
Once you’re at the Festival, it’s a good idea
to take a ‘How to Cannes’ tour to help you
find your bearings, especially if you’re a
first-timer.
These take place on Sunday 18, Monday
19 and Tuesday 20 and start from the
information desks in the basement of the
Palais des Festivals. See the Cannes Lions
website for exact times.
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TAKING C ARE
Cannes is a major tourist centre and
frequent host to large-scale, high-profile
events. We work with city authorities
throughout the year to put in place
measures ensuring the safety, security and
wellbeing of visitors. We recommend that
attendees also take their own reasonable
precautions – just as they would when
travelling abroad on business in any busy,
urban environment.
Roads
Always use the pedestrian crossings on the
Croisette. Make sure you also stop and check
both ways, every time, before you cross, keeping
an eye out for motorcycles and scooters as well
as cars.
Traffic conditions on the Croisette change at
different times of the day and night due to road
closures, so be aware and proceed with caution.
Outdoors
The average midday temperature in Cannes
can reach up to 32°, so make sure to apply
sunscreen, cover up and wear a hat.
Avoid swimming alone or at night and be aware
that swimming in the sea at night is unwise.
In the evening, it’s a good idea to use mosquito
repellent, and keep some cooling gel on hand
to soothe bites.
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Security
Remember to keep important travel documents
(tickets, passport etc.) and valuables in a hotel/
room safe and close windows before you go out.
While out and about, keep bags fastened and
don’t carry them facing the roadside. Be vigilant
about where belongings are at all times and do
not leave anything unattended, especially on the
beach.
Cannes is a beautiful city, with many pretty, quiet
backstreets especially in the Old Town. If you
are walking back to your accommodation down
streets that are not well lit or set back from the
main streets, try to arrange to walk back with a
colleague or friend.
Emergencies
Call 112 in the event of a serious incident or
emergency. Trained operators, conversant in
French and English, will either deal with the
request directly or transfer the call to the most
appropriate emergency service – ambulance,
fire brigade or police.
Lost property
Minor accidents or illness
If you lose something of value when you’re
in the main Festival venue, please ask any
Festival Official to direct you to the lost
property office, located in the Palais, by
the Entrée des Artistes. If your badge is
stolen, you will need to report the theft to
the police. More information is available at
registration.
The location of pharmacies and doctors are
listed at the end of this document.
Cannes General Hospital has an afterhours and weekend service. Normal visits
to a doctor cost around €25 and out of
hours consultations cost €60. If you are a
European resident, remember to carry your
European health card (EHIC).
An English-speaking police officer is
stationed outside the Office du Tourisme
on the ground floor of the Palais between
10:00 and 18:00 daily in case you have
any security concerns.
There are also medical staff and/or trained
first aiders on hand at the Palais and
Cannes Lions Beach. Go to the information
desk or ask a Festival Official if you need
help.
Wellbeing
Safety
It’s important to pace yourself during the
Festival week.
In light of recent events in Europe, you
should expect bag and badge checks at all
official Festival venues and it’s vital that you
wear your delegate badge at all times.
With everything on offer, the days can
be long and intense. A big part of the
experience is socialising, but overdoing
it, especially in the evenings, can make
the next day hard. Consume alcohol
responsibly and make sure you look out for
the welfare of friends and colleagues
During the Festival, please bring any safety
concerns to the attention of police or a
Cannes Lions official.
During your stay, you may wish to
download the app ‘SAIP,’ the French
Government’s location-based public alert
and information system.
The time will fly, so remember to eat
properly, get enough sleep and stay
hydrated. There are water coolers
throughout the Palais and unless marked
otherwise, Cannes tap water is safe to
drink, so carry a water bottle with you and
fill up as you go. Bear in mind that food
and alcohol cannot be consumed inside the
main theatres in the Palais at any time, but
there’s plenty of seating outside available
for when you need to take a break.
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FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND
Medical
Cannes General Hospital
15 Avenue des Broussailles
+33493697000
1 Rue Felix Faure
+33 493991610
18 Rue Venizelos
+33 492991760
Pharmacie du Casino
9 Square Mérimée
+33493392548
Pharmacie du Festival
7 Rue d’Antibes
+33493390205
Pharmacie Internationale
24 Rue du Commandant
André
+33493390041
95 Rue d’Antibes
+33493385379
9 Rue du Maréchal Foch
+33 492996161
Place Gambetta
+33493062320
Carrefour
6 Rue Meynadier
+33 493396213
Amplitutde Bio
3 Rue Leopold Bucquet
+33 492591154
Citronelle
16, Rue Bivouac Napoléon
+33 611134366
Bio ‘c Bon
9 Place Vauban
+33493993250
Commissariat de Police
1 Avenue de Grasse
+33493062222
Police Municipale
2 Quai Saint-Pierre
+33 800117118
Docteur Jeudy (English
speaking)
Docteur Botella (English
speaking)
Pharmacie Anglo-Française
Cannes
Supermarkets
Monoprix
and Health Food
Monop
Stores
Police
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