Holidays in France

France is a unique and diverse country, which many different types of landscapes from dramatic coastlines and green countrysides to busy and vibrant cities. France also caters very well for families, with many well-run campsites and self-catering complexes, and plenty of activities for adults and children including theme parks and adventure sports.

The South of France (known as le Midi) has a lovely warm climate for most of the year, and with its stunning sandy beaches and luxury hotels and villas it is a hotspot for the rich and fabulous. The Cote D’Azur is well known for its glamorous lifestyle and fantastic food, and there is plenty to do from shopping and fine dining, to just relaxing with friends in one of the many busy seaside cafes and bars. If you are on a tight budget then further along the coast is Languedoc-Roussillon region, which has some slightly less desirable beaches, making holiday prices more reasonable.

Accomodation can vary, so there should be something availble to suit all budgets, but do check hotels out carefully before you book as some of them are well past their prime. Languedoc-Roussillon also borders Spain, and this is an excellent opportunity for you to visit this charming country for a day or two whilst you are away on holiday, and experience its unique culture which is suprisingly different from France despite their close proximity.

If you are thinking of booking any villas in France, then there are some lovely examples of old French farmhouses and cottages availble in some really beautful locations. Many villas have been modernised so that they include a pool, and this can make a great addition if you have children, as some beaches in France do charge people to use them, and this can get expensive if you want to enjoy swimming everyday.