Family holidays to France
France is a wonderful country with so much to offer every member of the family; young and old alike-so it’s time to absorb as much of France and what it has to offer you during your French family holiday. France is rich with culture, history, and has tons of fun stuff to do! It’s no wonder that France is one of the most visited countries in the world with her great capitol - Paris, delicious foods, monumental statues, cathedrals, and beautiful beaches, mountainous and natural scenery. A family holiday to France has plenty of attractions and outings for your family. No matter how diverse your family members are, there’s plenty to see and do in this remarkable country. And as the French say: “C’est le vie”!
Where to go in France
A fun filled family break to fabulous France spells excitement, enjoyment and lots of art and culture. Or if Disneyland is more your family’s idea of fun; France also has that on the menu.
Perhaps the rolling hills, sandy beaches and quaint harbor towns to the North of France are to your liking as you experience the Celtic heritage of the region in Normandy & Brittany.
The Alsace, Lorraine, Franche, Comté and Burgundy regions lie in the West of France with even more undulating hills and many beautiful cities, such as Metz, Strasbourg, Nancy and Dijon. This region also produces many famous wines as well as the infamous Dijon Mustard.
Central France is a quiet part of France but its great treasure is the Loire valley with many great castles and magnificent towns within this fabulous district. The Alps are great for skiing in winter and hiking in summer.
The South of France is a must see with its unspoiled nature, good food, roman ruins and of course, the beautiful Riviera herself! And don’t forget towns such as Orange and Arles and bigger cities like Marseille and Toulon are well worth visiting and experiencing. The entire of Provence is dotted with pleasant small villages. The valley is so magnificently pretty, the towns are so cute and the food is so good, you’ll simply want to stay forever! Check out the hot spots to visit as you voyage across the Atlantic on your family holiday to France. And the best thing is staying in France does not have to be expensive.
Child friendly accommodation and places to stay
With some very pleasant places to stay in fine family comfort as you mingle with the friendly locals and experience all that is French; sit back, relax and enjoy. France has so much to offer family holiday makers including a fabulous array of quality family friendly accommodation options to suit absolutely every budget. Have a look around online and you will find great deals ranging from villas, hotels and camping grounds. Even bicycle tours with accommodation organized and especially catered to families with young children are a viable option! Again, just as each family is unique so are the limitless choices available for your family’s wonderful holiday.
Family cuisine in France
We all know that frogs go la-di-da-di-da! Frogs legs anyone? There are so many great dining experiences awaiting you in France. Be brave and try some scrumptious traditional French cuisine. Do check out the beautiful city of Paris with her romantic arty feel and chic restaurants with amorous lovers bathed in soft candle light. Dreamy!
· Hôtel du Centre: a typical Parisian bistro, with its decor and ambience – long banquette seats and mirrors on the walls somehow add to the character. The menu revolves around fish – all fresh and beautifully prepared but no children's menu is available smaller portions of the adult menu are on offer for the little ones– poisons et frites (fish and chips) goes down a treat with most children. Or you can always satisfy them with a crunchy fresh baguette-bread roll!
When to go to France
French school children and teachers have five holidays a year! One week at the end of October, two weeks at Christmas, two more in February, two in spring, and the whole of the summer in July and August. Tourist sites as well as roads are busier during these periods.
