About France
About France
Enjoy the
Beauty of France
A Paradise for lovers of gourmet meals, art and
history, France is in its landscape as it is in its
choice of food, culture and wine. From broad
sweeping beaches to ancient mountain peaks,
magnificent lakes to majestic rivers, France
can be charmingly rustic or glamorously
sophisticated.
Paris, the capital of romance, intoxicates
with its vibrancy, culture and sightseeing
opportunities. Away from the hum of the city,
the Picardy plains are filled with poppies and
chalk cliffs which shelter sandy beaches
steeped in the history of World War 11.
Normandy, also with a unique historic wealth,
has quaint thatched cottages, lush green fields
and sandy bays.
In Brittany the climate becomes milder,
making its one thousand miles of beautiful
coastline, with reefs, islands, wide bays and
sandy coves very appealing to lovers of all
things maritime. The warm climate and long
sandy beaches of the Vende´e make this a
wonderful seaside destination, its lively fishing
harbours home to cafes and restaurants,
serving delicious locally caught produce.
Fishermen further down the coast at Charente
Maritime, harvest mouth-watering oysters off
beautiful beaches, whilst inland brandy
connoisseurs are well catered for at the Cognac
distilleries. Meanwhile in the Loire nature
lovers are inspired by the lakes and forests of
this stunning area, which is home to some
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magnificent Renaissance chaˆteaux and royal palaces.
Visitors to Les Landes enjoy its reliably sunny climate and beautiful dune-backed
beaches, the Atlantic rollers which wash these shores both invigorating and awe inspiring
for surfers and spectators alike. This cultural and historical area has much to interest and
inspire the visitor whilst the Spanish border is close enough to tempt travellers to explore.
Inland, the forests, vineyards and stunning scenery of the Dordogne also invite
exploration.
Further around the coast at the Coˆte dÕAzur, the glamorous resort of St. Tropez is
brimming with yachts and sophistication, perfect for people watching from a quayside
terrace cafe or for sunbathing on golden beaches lapped by deep blue Mediterranean
waters. Nice and Cannes also exude a cosmopolitan ambience, their wealth and charm a
magnet to visitors.
Alternatively, fashionable Biarritz provides wide promenades and sophisticated shops and
restaurants, its cosmopolitan ambience in sharp contrast with the rustic charm of the
nearby Basque region.
Inland the Arde`che region with its rivers, gorges, caves and canyons offers wonderful
opportunities for an adventure holiday, whilst the old towns and villages which lie along
the Ardeche River are rich in culture and history.
From Paris to St. Tropez, the Dordogne to the Arde`che, the choice is endless and the
potential for some wonderful experiences is vast on any holiday in France. Food, art,
history, landscapes and culture are the wealth of France, unique to each region and
readily available for all to savour who explore this beautiful country.
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About France
About France
Children
All holiday parcs are child orientated. Children
quickly get into the holiday mood with the
wide range of childrenÕs activities provided.
Most holiday parcs provide swimming pools,
childrenÕs pools, waterslides, playgrounds,
gamesrooms, boules, sport arenas, football
tournaments, tennis, table tennis and
organised activities run by experienced animateurs or specially chosen representatives. In
addition the Muscateers club is also available
on certain holiday parcs. Our experienced sales
staff will be happy to provide you with more
detailed information on childrenÕs activities
and clubs and what is available on each site,
please enquire at time of booking. ChildrenÕs
activities include face painting, arts & crafts,
football tournaments, quizzes, bingo, karaoke,
treasure hunts, nature trails, mini Olympics
and competitions.
A major part of Hello France holidays is the
opportunity for children, to make new friends
from different countries. Often these friendships continue long after the holiday is over
and children maintain contact by email, letter
writing, texting and online interaction.
Because France is the biggest tourist
destination in the world there is a wide range
of attractions available to entertain children
such as miles of clean golden sandy beaches,
numerous theme parks, lots of superb aqua
and fun parks, large zoos and wildlife parks,
aquariums, animal and bird shows, circuses,
boat trips and fishing excursions.
As well as the wide selection of onsite activities
and entertainment available to Hello France
clients France offers numerous opportunities
for enjoyment outside of the holiday site
including watersports, cycling and golf for
those seeking a more active holiday.
Discover the region in which you are holidaying. Sample the local delicacies in
one of the many superb restaurants this country has in store for you. Enjoy a
chilled beer or a glass of local wine as you barbeque in the open air (holiday
parc permitting) Ð an art in itself! Why not try some of the unusual ÒviandsÓ
from the local boucherie? If you are feeling lazy get a take-away from the
holiday parc restaurant.
Couples
Hello France holidays are ideal for couples young or not so young who can
travel outside peak season when prices are lower. Our fully equipped accommodation and the park facilities can be used as a base from which you can
discover, explore and enjoy France.
You will probably find that childrenÕs diaries
are full with their own agendas and there are
just not enough hours in the day for their busy
schedules!
Watersports are available on most large
beaches. These generally include windsurfing,
water skiing, jet skiing, kayaking, sailing
schools, diving, snorkelling, and canoeing.
Boat trips are organised from some seaside
resorts to nearby islands and from inland ports
on navigable rivers. Sea fishing excursions are
arranged from most fishing ports, while fishing
on lakes and rivers is also widely available. For
further details and permits please enquire at
your local tourist information office. (It is
worth noting that some holiday parcs have
well stocked ponds and lakes).
Teenagers
Holidaying in France provides teens with an
ideal opportunity to make new friends. Some
areas are particularly suited to teenagers Ð our
competent sales staff will be more than willing
to assist you in making the most suitable
choice.
Pools, waterslides, games rooms and multisport arenas will keep teenagers entertained
by day. Sandy beaches and a wide range of
watersports will also be of interest.
By night there are discos, party nights and
karaoke arranged on most holiday parcs in
peak season.
There are many places that children and adults
will enjoy visiting which are both pleasurable
and educational.
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available at many seaside locations. For fishermen some holiday parcs have
rivers and lakes stocked with their own supply of fish. Sea-fishing trips are
available in coastal areas.
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Adults
You will meet other families with children of different ages all looking to make new friends
and have fun on their holiday. When the children are occupied it gives the parents the
opportunity to relax and take time out.
Read that best seller while you soak up the sun, cool off with a dip in the pool or for those
more energetic have a game of tennis. Golfers Ð pack your clubs and try out some of the
fine golf courses France has to offer. Special golf packages are available in certain areas.
France in general has an abundance of safe cycle tracks and walking paths suitable for
adults and children. Watersports such as sailing, windsurfing and kayaking are
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