Perhaps the first thing that pops into people’s minds when considering family holidays in France is Disneyland Paris. However, France can offer so much more if you are looking to enjoy a relaxing time away rather than explore the hectic world of Disney. Your children may not jump with glee when you suggest a nice summer holiday in a cottage in the French countryside, but there is still plenty to Read More ...
A cycling holiday through France promises great scenery and many delicious and traditional meals along the way. No matter what the cyclists’ capabilities are, he or she can enjoy both these delights on their travels. Cycling in France is very well supported by people of all ages. No doubt the famous Tour de France cycle race has added to the popularity. The French have made cycling even more accessible to Read More ...
On 29 and 30 August, Saint-Lary will place host to the KBourre 2009 grand final, a downhill Pyrenean mountain bike event, where the top freeriders in the Pyrenees will compete with each other on the Bike Park trails!… The resort’s champions, accustomed to snowboarding and freeriding, thrill the crowds in summer with their mountain biking exploits. In 2008, 170 daredevil downhill bikers took part in the K Bourre at the Read More ...
Set to take place between Friday April 17th and Sunday April 19th, Paris Bike Days 2009 promotes people’s passions for all things bike-based in the French capital. Parc Floral de Paris, a site within easy reach of the wide array Paris Hotels, will play host to the celebration. A number of pavilions will be set up to showcase the newest innovations in cycling, while a conference hall is to provide Read More ...
Explore offers a moderately-paced, eight-day bike break in France’s famous wine region for £644 pp, following the Canal de Bourgogne, plus visiting the village setting of Chocolat, medieval abbeys and a walled town specialising in aniseed balls. Suitable for regular cyclists. Price includes return Eurostar train travel (London), all transportation, seven nights’ B&B and the services of a tour leader. There are available departures 13 & 20 September, 2008.
