Here is our guide to the 10 best things to do in Languedoc and the South of France, with kids. If you are in Languedoc with your children or grandchildren and you're looking for things to keep them occupied, then follow our list of kids activities to do in France, as compiled (following extensive research and much debate) by our 3 boys, Cameron 17, Archie 14 and Finlay 12.

This playlist of the top 30 French songs is a great way to kick off your holiday in France in summer 2026. The playlist covers the last 25 years of French rock music. Hopefully you will have come across some of the songs, but maybe some of the French singers will be new to you. The playlist features French artists such as Christophe Mae, Manu Chu and a fabulous French rock band called BB Brunes.

What are the key ingredients for a perfect family holiday in the South of France? Well this selection of 17 holiday villas in South of France for 2026 tick most of the boxes: private pool ✔ near the beach ✔ air con ✔ 30 mins from an airport ✔ plenty of bathrooms ✔ good outdoor space ✔ walking distance to a boulangerie and restaurant ✔ and within easy reach of historic towns and villages for markets, shopping, meals out and wine tasting ✔

We have had many great holidays in St Tropez. In truth, you have to venture out of Saint Tropez to find the best beaches. We have compiled a list of our 4 best beaches in and around St Tropez, France that you can follow if you are staying near St Tropez this summer. Saint Tropez is a special place but it does get rammed in the summer. So you need some local knowledge about where to find a great beach to soak up the sun, where you will not be packed like sardines or you have to walk miles to park your car.

If you are planning a large family reunion, looking for for a wedding venue or booking a holiday with a group of friends, then this list of 20 large holiday properties in France to rent in 2026, may be just what you need. We highlight some big villas with private pools in the South of France, large group accommodation to rent, as well as some magnificent Chateau rentals in France. 

Perpignan is situated 8kms inland from the Mediterranean coast in South France and close to the Spanish border and Pyrenees mountains. If you are looking for the best beaches to visit in 2026 near Perpignan, France, then there are many to choose from, but they are of varying quality. In my opinion, the best beaches Perpignan has to offer are on the Cote Vermeille. Here is our selection of the 8 beaches that are worth visiting near Perpignan.

If you are looking for some famous places to visit in France during 2026, then here is a list of my 10 personal favourites. France remains the number one tourist destination in the World. I am sure that I have missed off some obvious places to see in France outside of Paris, but I think that this is a pretty good choice of tourist places to visit if you are planning a vacation in France during 2026. 

This selection of 12 villas in South France are all within 30 mins drive of Beziers airport and offer some great deals on 2026 holiday rentals. Beziers, the capital of the wine region in Southern France, is a great place to be based for a family holiday. You have some of the best beaches in South France just 10kms from the city of Beziers. The surrounding countryside has some fantastic vineyards and beautiful Medieval villages

Our day-to-day guide to the best markets in the Languedoc region of South France during 2026, enables you to always find a great local market to visit, no matter what day it is. Whether you're visiting the Languedoc on holiday or you're a regular visitor, then experiencing a local French market in the South of France is a real treat. Buzzing with life, full of colour, aromas and sounds; the markets of Languedoc are where you will find some of the best local produce in the South of France.