
Aqualand Waterpark, Sainte Maxime
This is probably the most family orientated waterpark on the Cote d'Azur. With several friendly slides, a fun pool, food and drinks, ice creams, and shopping all at hand.
© Domaine de Capelongue Hotel
© Domaine de Capelongue Hotel
© Domaine de Capelongue Hotel
© Domaine de Capelongue Hotel
© Domaine de Capelongue Hotel
Rural hotel in Provence - a treat for foodies
The panorama is breathtaking. Set on the edge of the Claparèdes' plateau, Capelongue overlooks Bonnieux and the Petit Luberon.
Designed as a holiday village, the hotel invites you to relax in its swimming pool with panoramic views and luxurious Spa with Roman bath. Gastronomy is also at the heart of your stay at Capelongue, from the 1* Michelin restaurant to the bistro La Bergerie, with its open wood-fired kitchen, and the Café Capelongue, where you can sample the flavours of Provence.
Here, authenticity and generosity reign supreme, lulled by the charm of this hinterland Provence where people come to take refuge. It's a place full of soul that invites you to take a step back and let off some steam
There are 17 classic rooms and 10 contemporary apartments, each with their own private terrace.
There are 2 on-site restaurants and a bar: 1 star Michelin, 1 Provençal bistro with wood-fire cooking and a Café with drinks and plates to share."
This is probably the most family orientated waterpark on the Cote d'Azur. With several friendly slides, a fun pool, food and drinks, ice creams, and shopping all at hand.
With numerous slides, including the King Cobra - unique is western Europe - this is the largest waterpark on the Cote d'Azur! Inludes a rest area, show area, clockroom, fast food, grill and pizzeria, ice creams, drinks, and shop.
Aqualand in St Cyr Sur Mer offer you 11 wicked slides in a great park environment with drinks, food, and shops for you to enjoy.
This huge waterpark covers an area of 4.7 hectares and includes a surf simulator, waterslides and a river feature called river land.
In the depths of the Drôme countryside in the French Provence, this 5 Star Residential Campsite comes complete with an entirely heated Aquatic Complex, which is open to the public.
Waterpark complex that contains a lagoon, 25m pool, whirlpool basin, waterslides for children and adults, cascades of water, rivers, paddling pools and much more.
Small restaurant where you will never eat the same thing twice. Their menu is solely based on what good fresh ingredients the local market has to offer in the mornings.
This is a popular place with both locals and travellers. It has a small cosy interior so if you want to dine there, best to get there earlier rather than later.
The Cote Sud has a charming sophisticated interior and includes a lovely terrace where you can enjoy your food when the weather is warm enough.
This wonderful contemporary-styled restaurant features dishes that you may never have suspected to have existed.
This elegant restaurant is a must-visit for any lovers of modern cuisine and cooking methods. They embrace local produce and evolve their dishes according to the seasons.
Located right in the centre of Avignon on a well known shopping street is La Cour d'Honneur.
With a varied musical line-up, Bokao's combines good fun and great music.
The Ajmi has played host to numerous talented international Jazz artists, and the Ajmi is classed as one of the top 3 jazz venues in France and is located in the heart of Avignon next to the beautiful Palais des Papes.
This small bar has a nice seating area outside next to one of Aix's many fountains and it catches the sun late into the evening.
This place is a bar, restaurant and tabac all rolled into one, on the side of the river in the centre of Isle de la Sorgue.
Small wine bar situated in one of the cobbled streets of Avignon that hosts regular market stalls.
This bar is located in the centre of Saint Remy de Provence. It has a good selection of wines by the glass, as well as bottles and champagne. They even serve charcuterie and cheese plates.
Originally from the high mountains of North Africa,these particular cedar trees were introduced in to France as an ornamental tree and as a method of reforestation.
Built on the heights, the Chateau Lacoste has a dominant position over the Luberon. The breathtaking view enjoyed from the castle shows this village situation at the heart of the Luberon
A lovely Roman bridge not far from Bonniuex, on the road towards Roussillon. It dates back to the 3rd century BC when the Romans built a road to link Italy to Hispania.
The ruins of Fort de Buoux lie on top of hill at the head of the Apt valley. This defensive stronghold was used to protect the surrounding towns and land from Lourmarin to Silvergues and the ruins you see today date from the 13th century.
The remarkable architecture and sympathetic restoration work make this one of the best Carmelite abbeys in the Vaucluse region and one that is less frequently visited by tourists.
The Luberon park covers the area from Cavallion in the west to Manosque in the east.
Just as other Provence perched villages, such as Ramatuelle or Mons, Bonnieux clings to the hill side, just below its top.
Lacoste perches on top a hill in the heart of the Luberon region and is a stunning medival village. The views from the top over the Luberon are quite wonderful.
Lourmarin has become very popular and chic thanks to its pretty centre, its wonderful Renaissance castle and its proximity to the TGV train in Avignon (for Parisien weekenders of course).
Goult is a pretty little village, with an old quarter, small castle, windmill and a Romanesque style church.
Apt lies at the heart of the Luberon and became a Roman colony thanks to its position on the Via Domitia - the Roman road built in France to link Italy to Spain.
Another village noted for being one of the 'most beautiful villages in France', Menerbes has a wonderfully authentic feel to it and is full of historical charm.
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