Family Holidays
If you are thinking of a family holiday, then France is one of those destinations that offers something for everyone: parents, children and also grand-parents. Combine a bit of everything on your holiday, from amusement parks to outdoor activities, from the sea to the mountains and from culture to nature.
An Offbeat Discovery of Provence with the Family
If you are visiting Provence between mid-June to mid-July, of course you are going to take a family selfie in the middle of blooming lavender fields. But if you are a family where the explorer gene is dominant, then Provence delights with its experiences best adapted to the young and old alike:
Explore the wild side of the Camargue on a Jeep safari. Experience up, close and personal discoveries of nature, horses, bulls and also well-established traditions in this distinctive rugged region of the South.
Foodies and especially those with a sweet tooth will make a bee-line for the famous Haribo factory situated close to the charming village of Uzes. Learn more about confectionery making and leave with your pocket full of sweet treats! Make a pit-stop at the iconic Pont du Gard. This architectural marvel can be visited in the traditional way, but satiate that explorer gene with a kayaking experience under the Pont du Gard.
If you are in Provence, then Marseille has to figure in your travel plans. In addition to the vast number of cultural visits that the city offers, discover the famous Mediterranean Coast with a kayak ride to the famous Calanques. A kayak ride is always a fun activity enjoyed by the entire family and this one offers an exceptional panoramic view as well!
Letting Loose in the Landes
The Landes stretch along the Atlantic Coast along the border with Spain. This is an ideal destination for enjoying and letting loose with the family and this destination is popular with the French. Here’s why:
If your children are into sports and adventure, then they can dive right into any water sport activity of their choice. Towards Biarritz and its surrounds, you will find that surfing is king! If you’ve always dreamt of practising this waterboard sport, there is no better time than now! An ideal activity that can be enjoyed en famille.
Discover the towns along the Landes coast that have well preserved their authenticity and their local culture.
If you like immersing yourself in local culture and also a bit of revelry, then plan your holiday around the large number of festivals that take place in the region between May and July. While Bayonne, Dax, Mont-de-Marsan remain the most popular, there are also a few that are organised on a small-scale and are family-friendly. However, do keep in mind that these events are super festive and not recommended for kids below 15.
In the North of the Landes, do not miss a trip to the Dune of Pilat (the highest sand-dune in Europe) and to the Arcachon Bay. A boat ride to the Ile au Oiseaux and a yummy oyster tasting will sure please every tastebud in the family. More information here!