Lavender in Provence blooms from late June to late July, with peak colour usually in the first two weeks of July. The most famous fields are on the Plateau de Valensole, around the village of Sault, and at the Abbaye…
The main airports in the South of France are Nice Côte d’Azur (best for the French Riviera), Marseille Provence (best for Provence), and Montpellier and Nimes (best for the Languedoc), along with Toulon-Hyères, Carcassonne, Perpignan and Béziers for specific areas.…
The best beaches in the South of France range from the glamorous sands of Pampelonne near Saint-Tropez and the pretty bays of the French Riviera to the long, family-friendly sandy beaches of the Languedoc coast such as Cap d’Agde, Valras…
The South of France has a Mediterranean climate: hot, dry summers and mild, relatively sunny winters. Expect highs of 28 to 30 degrees °C in July and August, comfortable 20 to 25 degrees °C in May, June, September and October,…
The best places to visit in the South of France include the French Riviera glamour of Nice, Cannes and Saint-Tropez, the Provençal charm of Aix-en-Provence, the Luberon villages and Avignon, and the Languedoc highlights of Carcassonne, Montpellier and the Canal…
The Côte d’Azur, or French Riviera, is what comes to mind when you think about a holiday to the South of France. For decades now, it has been one of the most popular destinations in Europe, and for obvious reasons.…
Spring is one of the best times to visit the South of France. The months of April, May, and June offer a perfect blend of mild weather, fewer crowds, and better value for money. If you’re looking for an unforgettable…
Mosquitos are not something we are troubled too much by until we go on holiday. Since moving to the South of France, they really are my nemesis! I get bitten the second the sun makes an appearance in Spring and…
Holidaying in the South of France is just as amazing as it sounds. The sunny days, sandy beaches and crystal clear swimming pools aren’t all myths, but there are some things that you need to be aware of before booking…