Each area of France has its own history, cuisine, culture and character. The fascinating mix of this nation has been the magnet making it the most visited country in the world year after year. Many visitors prefer to savor their visits and choose to rent a place or places during their vacation.
As indicated by statistical data released by the UN World Tourism Organization, 2012 would be a record setting year for international tourism with one billion tourists marking a new high. In 2011, more than 980 million travelers were counted. The most visited part of the world remains Europe and within it France has lead once again with visitors exceeding 79 million.
In 2012, a record number of 467 million tourists travelled between January and June, according to data released by the UN World Tourism Organization. International tourism is at its peak traditionally in the months of July and August with 45 percent of tourists travelling in first 6 months of the year. The new data for this year indicates that 2011 visitations will be exceeded by the amount in the succeeding year.
The country has 22 regions and 96 departements or county level units of government. Fabulous architecture, world famous cuisine and wine, its beautiful landscape steeped in history is a constant draw for visitors from afar. The rugged coastline of Brittany, spectacular scenery and medieval villages of the Dordogne, the mountains of the Alps or the sunny sophistication of the French Riviera reflect a regional diversity that keeps travelers coming back for more.
A variety of places to rent can be found available to let whatever your taste. Self catering cottages, farmhouses, villas, manor houses and self catering apartments in cities are among a wide selection of rental choices on offer. Typically rentals will rent from one Saturday to the next. Rentals are let in one week segments as normally travelers stay for this amount of time. Accommodations are supplied with everything needed to stay in comfort. But, food is normally not provided. Some rentals may have a welcome basket supplied for new arrivals. Usually cleaning is done before new arrivals and after they leave.
After deciding your destination, it is prudent to see if there are any reviews available. This will indicate what can be expected. A careful research of available material will increase odds of a pleasing outcome. Partial advance payment is usually due upon reserving a place. The remainder of this payment may become due 1 or 2 months before arrival. Last minute cancellations should not be contemplated, as they are not acceptable as a norm.
Most travelers choose to visit during summer months. Summer tourist season begins in June and runs until end of September. Peak travel is during July and August. Those traveling to ski will come during a season which extends from early December to April. Peak winter travel is during December and January.
Gites are typically selfcatering rentals in rural France. Their attraction lies in that they are cheaper than hotels and nicer than tents or campers. Such lodging is often a refurbished cottage or a transformed barn. These originally offered only simple comforts. But things have changed. Now, many offer more luxurious settings, especially if publicized abroad. Available rentals can suit any holiday budget and accommodate different preferences. There are so many options now, it is hard to chose between them.
As indicated by statistical data released by the UN World Tourism Organization, 2012 would be a record setting year for international tourism with one billion tourists marking a new high. In 2011, more than 980 million travelers were counted. The most visited part of the world remains Europe and within it France has lead once again with visitors exceeding 79 million.
In 2012, a record number of 467 million tourists travelled between January and June, according to data released by the UN World Tourism Organization. International tourism is at its peak traditionally in the months of July and August with 45 percent of tourists travelling in first 6 months of the year. The new data for this year indicates that 2011 visitations will be exceeded by the amount in the succeeding year.
The country has 22 regions and 96 departements or county level units of government. Fabulous architecture, world famous cuisine and wine, its beautiful landscape steeped in history is a constant draw for visitors from afar. The rugged coastline of Brittany, spectacular scenery and medieval villages of the Dordogne, the mountains of the Alps or the sunny sophistication of the French Riviera reflect a regional diversity that keeps travelers coming back for more.
A variety of places to rent can be found available to let whatever your taste. Self catering cottages, farmhouses, villas, manor houses and self catering apartments in cities are among a wide selection of rental choices on offer. Typically rentals will rent from one Saturday to the next. Rentals are let in one week segments as normally travelers stay for this amount of time. Accommodations are supplied with everything needed to stay in comfort. But, food is normally not provided. Some rentals may have a welcome basket supplied for new arrivals. Usually cleaning is done before new arrivals and after they leave.
After deciding your destination, it is prudent to see if there are any reviews available. This will indicate what can be expected. A careful research of available material will increase odds of a pleasing outcome. Partial advance payment is usually due upon reserving a place. The remainder of this payment may become due 1 or 2 months before arrival. Last minute cancellations should not be contemplated, as they are not acceptable as a norm.
Most travelers choose to visit during summer months. Summer tourist season begins in June and runs until end of September. Peak travel is during July and August. Those traveling to ski will come during a season which extends from early December to April. Peak winter travel is during December and January.
Gites are typically selfcatering rentals in rural France. Their attraction lies in that they are cheaper than hotels and nicer than tents or campers. Such lodging is often a refurbished cottage or a transformed barn. These originally offered only simple comforts. But things have changed. Now, many offer more luxurious settings, especially if publicized abroad. Available rentals can suit any holiday budget and accommodate different preferences. There are so many options now, it is hard to chose between them.
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