Holidaying in France

Updated: May 22, 2020 | By | More

France boasts of some of the most rewarding and fascinating tourist destinations. The capital city of the country is known to receive millions of tourists every year. The architectural wonders, natural beauty, great food, fine wine and friendly people make France an ideal holiday destination. Whether you love adventure and nature or history and culture, a French holiday does not disappoint. The country is well connected by water, air as well as road. French holiday rentals are also available easily. All theses further add to the appeal of France as one of the preferred holiday destinations.

Musée du Louvre, Paris, France
Musée du Louvre, Paris / Photo licensed under the Creative Commons, created by Kevin Poh

A seaside break

South of France, which houses the Rivera, is one of the top choices when it comes to sea side holidays. The Rivera hosts tourist hotspots like Nice, Monaco, St. Tropez and Cannes. These places are famous as the playground of the rich and the famous. Bumping into a celebrity, while taking a walk on the beach, is not uncommon. Cannes is also popular as the host of the prestigious annual international film festival. A holiday in one of these towns allows you to experience the lifestyle of the rich and the famous first hand.

Summer is hot and warm, while the winter is mild and short in the south of France. Summer is also the peak tourist season. If you decide to visit this region during summer months, you should be prepared for the hoards of tourists. For more relaxed holidays, it is advisable to visit during winter months. If your idea of an ideal holiday is sun, sand and surf, south of France is an ideal choice.

A cultural retreat

France is well known for art and culture. There are a large number of art galleries and museums in Paris worth a visit. The city also hosts Louvre, the largest museum in the world. Here you will come face to face with some of the most treasured works of art. These masterpieces have the power to take you to a whole new world. This is a great way to discover the historic heritage of Europe. The city also features a number of architecturally rich cathedrals.

The caves and castles of the Dordogne and the Roman remains in Provence are other culturally exciting options.  A charming French chateau is a perfect place to stay during your cultural retreat. These chateaux are a part of history themselves. There are numerous such properties across the country available for holiday rentals.

Burger Davis Sotheby’s International Realty are a leading provider of luxury property to rent or buy on the French Riviera. Rental properties are ideal for those looking for a high quality villa or apartment and are perfect for corporate rentals and the numerous festivals held in the South of France.

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