The Loire region of France is very popular with holiday makers. It is a large and lush area, peppered with castles and chateaux along the banks of beautiful rivers. The area is one of outstanding natural beauty and it is no wonder that Leonardo da Vinci spent his final years here. The Loire Valley is … Read more
Languedoc borders the sparkling blue Mediterranean Sea to the east and the breathtaking Pyrenees Mountains to the south. It also benefits from an exceptional climate. The area is one of the most popular regions of France for holiday makers and there are many things to see and do. As well as a stunning stretch of … Read more
Southern Brittany is one of Frances best known and most popular holiday destinations. Getting there from the UK is easy with many regional airports, as well as ferries from several UK ports. The beaches in this area are some of the best in France and families flock here during the summer months to enjoy the … Read more
The Normandy region of France stretches across 360 miles of stunning and dramatic coastline. The beaches are packed with families enjoying the sunshine during the summer months, while at other times of the year many visitors come to see the emotionally evocative World War II D-day landing beaches. Of course with so much coastline it … Read more
Paris is one of most vibrant cities in the world. Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower automatically spring to mind when we think of this amazing city, and they are just the tip of the iceberg. Paris has several districts each with a different style and feel. The Latin Quarter for example is buzzing with … Read more
The French Alps are a very popular holiday destination. The beautiful mountains are well known for the large range of outdoor activities which can be enjoyed there. Popular activities include skiing, mountaineering and snow boarding. There are also a range of lesser known sports to try out in the region. These include white water rafting … Read more
The attractive, seaside resort of Royan is one of several popular holiday resorts on the Côte de Beauté. The area was almost completely destroyed during World War II but was rebuilt in the modern style you can see there today. The coast in this area is divided in to small bays and you can choose … Read more
The glittering French Riviera is famous for being home to the Cannes Film Festival, and for the glamorous resorts of Monaco and St Tropez. These resorts bring in the rich and famous from all over the world and can be rather crowded in July and August. Families tend to visit this area in spring and … Read more
The region of Vosges and Jura lies partly in France and party in Switzerland, and is best known for its ski resorts and wide range of out door activities. The atmosphere and style of the resort is Scandinavian and rather upmarket. The area is blessed with stunning natural beauty and this makes it popular not … Read more
The Vendee is a large area located on the French Atlantic coast. Situated just south of Brittany and Nantes, and slightly to the north of La Rochelle it is easy to reach by air, car and ferry. The Vendee is named after its river which meanders through the south east of the region. The climate … Read more