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Many only think of holidays in the south of France, and along the Côte d’Azur in particular, during the summer months or at least in late spring or early autumn. Certainly, to make the most of the sleepy seaside villages and buzzy coastal resorts, to spend long lazy days on the beautiful beaches, and to take in sights like endless fields of lavender then it makes the most sense to book a villa in Provence during the warmer months. However, those who want a change of scenery and cosy, festive surroundings over the Holidays will discover that planning a holiday in Provence during the Christmas period has lots to offer...

There are certain iconic sights and sites that many people all over the world dream of seeing with their own eyes and that feature on their bucket lists. The endless purple fields of fragrant lavender that are such a characteristic trait of the countryside of Provence are one of these iconic sights and one more great reason (among many) to book a villa in Provence. If you’re one of these people who has always wanted to experience this magical scenery for yourself, then here is what you need to know in order to plan a perfect trip…

Looking to escape to the coast on vacation in France but after something a little different? There are lots of incredible and famous seaside resort towns in France – the beloved surfing destination of Biarritz, the legendary Mont Saint-Michel surrounded by sweeping Normandy beaches, and the glamour and luxury offered along the Côte d'Azur in the likes of Cannes – but there are also plenty of spots that you’ll see pictured a little less often in tourist guides, which still have so much to offer visitors.

Among these, Anglet stands out as a particularly excellent spot for those who love to be immersed in nature and have plenty to see and do outdoors. If you like to stay active, Anglet is a dream destination boasting, not only some incredible beaches for surfing, but lush forests in which to hike, cycle paths cutting through the surrounding scenery, a golf course, and much more besides. So, if you want to enjoy a break on the coast and get out into nature to indulge in some fun adventures, then a villa in Anglet is the way to go!

Are you dreaming of a holiday in Provence? How about a getaway by the sea? Perhaps lazy days hanging out on the beach, enjoying a little lunch, and sipping on incredible local wines? Maybe you want to put special emphasis on the last part and really get to grips with some of the region’s famous rosé wines. Well, if any and all of the above is the case, then we recommend a villa in Provence in May and a visit to the seaside town of Sanary-sur-Mer during its annual Just’Rosé open-air wine festival…

Unfortunately cancelled in 2024 due to issues with roads in the area at the time, the Just’Rosé returns for its 9th edition in 2025 to bring over 50 different wine exhibitors to the festival and town. Affording guests the opportunity to discover their dream wines from Provence and further afield, this is an unmissable event for rosé-lovers but is a particularly note-worthy opportunity for anyone vacationing in the area to stop, slow down, relax, and smell the rosé…