For many people, a visit to France begins and ends with Paris, however, for others who would like to see a little more of the country, Provence is the ideal place to visit. The region of Provence is well known for its family attractions and perfect weather throughout the year on account of its proximity to Italy and the Mediterranean. It is for this reason that Provence is ideal for a family holiday.

The first step to enjoying the perfect family holiday in Provence is to plan for the special needs of the various members of the family. This then translates into finding accommodation that will suit the needs of your family. Often, families prefer to stay in holiday rental apartments rather than hotels, since it allows them a lot more flexibility and privacy. When choosing a rental apartment, it is important to choose one with all the amenities that the various members of the family will need. It also helps to choose an apartment in a complex that has a number of facilities like a playground and/or swimming pool so that the children are ensured of having a good time. It is also important to choose accommodation that is located close to the kind of attractions that the family would like to visit in order to save on a lot of travel time.

One of the many activities in Provence that is best suited to families is a trip to the region’s villages. There are a number of old villages in the
area that will give you an understanding of the life of the people of the region. If you are constrained for time, you could visit a number of villages here; however when travelling with small children, the better approach would be to acquaint oneself with one or maybe two villages and enjoy all the attractions in each.

One of the most popular villages in Provence is of course Les Baux de Provence, which is one of the most picturesque as well. It offers some
stunning views of the surroundings, including Les Alpilles Mountains. This village is also home to the famous Citadel and Castle of Les Baux.

Another great idea for people travelling with families is to go on a nature trail. There are a number of good nature trails located all around Provence and even some guided tours available. It is a good way to show your children the beauty of nature and help them appreciate it better.