They have
been enjoying a vacation in the Mediterranean sunshine to mark Beyonce's
33rd birthday along with taking a much needed break from their On The
Run tour.
And the singer was clearly enjoying some family time with daughter Blue Ivy in the South of France on Tuesday.
The
star and husband Jay Z cuddled up to the adorable
two-and-a-half-year-old as they set sail from their super yacht to the
French town of Antibes in the Côte d'Azur.
Animal magic: Beyonce arrived at Antibes port in south west France on Tuesday sporting a leopardprint dress and gold jewellery
Baby love: Doting dad Jay-Z picked up the youngster after the family set sail to shore with friends
Sporting a long sleeved leopardprint dress with keyhole cut out detail in the midriff teamed with gold necklace and sandals, Beyonce held on to the lively youngster as they cruised into the dock.
The star also sported several of her new gold temporary tattoos, with circular geometric designs featured on her forearm and leg.
Sunglasses and matching gold low heeled wedge sandals completed the look.
The star also sported several of her new
gold temporary tattoos, with circular geometric designs featured on her
forearm and leg.
Daddy's girl: The rapper's life has been changed since the Birth of Blue back in January 2012
Cuddling up: The little girl wore a pretty red, white and blue dress and red hairband
Jet set little lady: Jay-Z carried the two-and-a-half-year-old aboard the vessel
Jay-Z meanwhile, was dressed very much in
the sailor theme, sporting a horizontal striped top and white trousers
with sunglasses for the short voyage.The power couple have been enjoying a spot of sailing with their respective families - with Beyonce's 60-year-old mother Tina and her boyfriend along for the ride.
Jay's mother Gloria Carter was also on hand to help out with Blue Ivy and a few other youngsters enjoying the vacation.
Mama: Jay's mother Gloria Carter was also on hand to help out with Blue Ivy and a few other youngsters enjoying the vacation
Me and my girl: Beyonce's daughter Blue Ivy looked like she was having a great time on board
I want to get down daddy: Jay carried his wriggly toddler, as Beyonce followed on behind
Lift off! Jay hoisted his little girl into the air as his mother Gloria and mother-in-law Tina looked on
The group are enjoying the luxurious surroundings of the Alfa Nero - one of the world's biggest super yachts.
The yacht can host up to 12 guests and 26 crew members and features a whopping 1,250 feet of living space.
According to Superyachts.com, it includes a gym, three separate dining areas, a dance room, pantries on the three guest decks, massage room and a 7 x 3.5m glass-ended swimming pool whose floor can be partially or fully raised, transforming it into a dance floor or helipad on demand.
Don't be shy: Beyonce acknowledged the attention as she was escorted off the boat
Daddy day care: The rapper is enjoying a break from he and his wife's On The Run stadium tour
The super yacht club: The couple join a slew of celebrities who have enjoyed setting sail on a luxury sea vessel this summer
Peek a boo: Blue Ivy's head was covered at one point to shade her from the bright sun
Super yacht: The Alfa Nero is one of the world's largest yachts and features a whopping 1,250 feet of living space 'Thank y'all so much for my birthday wishes 33!!!' she wrote, alongside a snap of herself doing a back bend and leg lift while sporting a green printed bathing suit on a grassy lawn.
The Knowles-Carters are likely to stick around Europe for at least another week due to the two upcoming Paris dates of their On the Run tour on September 12 and 13, which are being filmed for their September 20 HBO concert special.
Celebration: The former Destiny’s Child member
celebrated her 33rd birthday last Thursday and on Sunday took the time
to thank friends and fans
Holiday fun: The rapper carried his adorable little girl, as the family made their way to explore the town
