To get to France is by no means difficult - from England you can drive, sail, fly or go by train (not to mention those who have swum the distance!). Bearing this ease of journey in mind, it is no wonder many people are chosing France as their escape destination when a break from the daily grind is necessary; everyone from the professional friends to the 2.4 children family to the newly retired couple are choosing France…so get involved!

They say change is a good as a rest and so make sure your holiday incorporates change from the routine - be it eating in typically French restaurants, enjoying French cinema (assuming your language skills are up to it!) or partaking in some of the local games nights (betting is very popular in France, it may not be for much but you will often see groups of retired people gambling the night away playing cards…why not brush up on your skills before the holiday playing poker online and really make a killing whilst away?). It’s great if you can go to a place where you already have contacts - doors open to you easier and you’ll see a different aspect to your destination of choice, not just the tourist hotspots - a local guide’s a great asset.

There is no need to spend much on your French holiday either - there is some beautiful scenery in this country - and a country walk’s free! The exercise is good for the soul and it is probably seldom the opporunity when you have a chance for a time out at home, taking in your surroundings. Too often people spend their holidays trying to get to as many tourist sites as possible, never truely relaxing.

Like we said, keep your French holiday French! Highlight, enjoy and embrace the change of culture. You’ll come back refreshed and this alone makes any holiday worthwhile, not matter what you get up to!