France Holidays

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Oozing sophisticated charm, picture-perfect coastlines, and quaint seaside towns the irresistible call of France is as enticing to sun seekers as it is history buffs and everyone in between.


Destination Highlights

  • Swanky coastal spots to suit all kinds of beach bums

  • Cities with lush sites to see all around - the Louvre is calling

  • Delish cuisine that tastes so much richer from it's birthplace

Let's get into the best Beaches for your France Holidays 2024

With over 2000 miles of lush coastline floating about, you'll have plenty of choice for a lush, sun-soaked day beneath the sun. There's more to France than the Eiffel Tower, and you kinda get the best of both worlds with a city break and a beach holiday rolled into one, we've got the beaches covered by the way, check em out:

  • Palombaggia Beach - a UNESCO heritage site considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world with lush white sands, gorge scenery and crystal clear waters.

  • Plage de Pampelonne - a celeb hotspot, this beach in Saint Tropez is probs one of the swankiest spots you can mosey on over to with 5KM of lush sand to wander along, think beach clubs, fine dining and lux yachts floating on by.

  • La Cote des Basques - high tide snags these lush sands from you, but during low tide it's all about ripping the waves, grab a surfboard and feel like the coolest cat in the land on your France holidays.

  • Calanque d'En-Vau - part of a national park, you better strap on your hiking boots and make your way to this lush cove shingle beach, swap boots for flip flops and paddle in the turquoise waters that wait for ya at this two-for-one spot.

  • Plage de I'lle Vierge - Brittany boasts plenty of stun beaches, but this one might just take the cake, a pebble shoreline surrounded by white cliffs and fluttering pine trees, better yet it's not one that tourists flock to so enjoy some tranquility by the azure waters on your France beach holidays.

What about these lush hotels for your holidays to France 2024?

When it comes to stays in France, we've got the goods and then some

  • Bleu de Grenelle - a boujee stay in Paris is on the cards at this hotel, you can see the Eiffel Tower from some of the rooms, so you really are walking distance from all the hot spots.

  • Novotel Paris Porte D'italie - the perfect pick for a family stay in the city of love with video games in the lobby, a bistro-style restaurant on-site and plenty of tourist traps nearby ready to ensnare ya.

  • Explorers Hotel - if you're chasing your childhood dreams at Disneyland Paris, then keep this hotel on your radar, a perfect powder keg of joy with themed rooms, play areas for the little ones, and it's less than 10 minutes' drive to Disney.

  • Villa Bougainville - these swanky digs in Nice are in prime location to have you strolling to old town after you've tucked into a delish brekkie without breaking a sweat, now that's what we call a holiday to France.

  • Boscolo Exedra Nice - a boujee neighbourhood begets a boujee 5-star hotel, and this is deffo no exception - easy walking distance to all that Nice has to offer and then some, it's even got an indoor swimming pool and water massage area, what a way to end a day on your France holidays.


Thinking of going All Inclusive? Take a look at some of our top All Inclusive properties in France here!


More rollercoasters than beaches? Check out Disneyland Paris holidays

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Weather in France

JAN

8°C

FEB

8°C

MAR

11°C

APR

12°C

MAY

16°C

JUN

19°C

JUL

22°C

AUG

22°C

SEP

20°C

OCT

16°C

NOV

12°C

DEC

9°C

France goes through the seasons much like the rest of us, so choosing the right time to make a leap over the channel is important, especially if you've got beaches on the brain, or city strolls in your sights. It's a big ole place is France, and the temps can fluctuate more than a teen finding the right fit for a night out depending on what area you're in... but, lucky for you, we've got the deets to break it down.

Summer is and will forever be the number one season for toasty climes and beach bums, we're talking temps between 15 and 30°C no matter what region you're heading to, so slap the sun cream on, grab your bucket and spade and make your way to the nearest beach for sun lazing and tanning time.

When it comes to Autumn and Spring you're looking at milder climes, but if you're looking to best the holiday crowds but you're still craving some beach time then keep May and September on the brain for late teens into early twenties on the celsius meter.

If you're after a chilly jaunt into the city of love, then Winter's got you covered, make sure you pack your warm clothes and hit the mean streets, cafe hop, try some delish food and make the most of the museums and art galleries so you feel super sophisticated and super smart that you still got a jolly when the vacay crowds are at their slimmest.

France has something for everyone when it comes to the weather, so really it's all about what kinda France holiday you're after - history buffs might prefer the cooler months so they can explore without breaking a sweat, and sun seekers are gonna be all about the sunny Summer holidays, whatever your poison, France brings the goods.

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FAQs

How long does it take to fly to France?

It takes about two hours to fly to France from the UK/Ireland - once the take-off and landing is out of the way that's only an hour to switch off and blitz your vacay read.

What’s the time difference between the UK/Ireland and France?

France is one hour ahead of the time in the UK/Ireland - one hour less on arrival day to factor in when you're deciding what to do first!

What currency do they use in France?

The official currency of France is the Euro.

What language do they speak in France?

The official language spoken in France is French.