{"id":122974,"date":"2023-12-20T05:11:01","date_gmt":"2023-12-20T05:11:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gendermyn.com\/?p=122974"},"modified":"2023-12-20T05:11:01","modified_gmt":"2023-12-20T05:11:01","slug":"city-in-southern-france-where-french-go-on-holiday-is-an-underrated-gem","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gendermyn.com\/travel\/city-in-southern-france-where-french-go-on-holiday-is-an-underrated-gem\/","title":{"rendered":"City in southern France where French go on holiday is an underrated gem"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Just a quick jaunt across the Channel, France is one of the most popular holiday destinations for British tourists.<\/p>\n
Whether it’s by train, ferry, or plane, the proximity of our neighbours across the water makes France an ideal place for a quick getaway.<\/p>\n
Not just for Brits either, as France has the most yearly international visitors in Europe – with Paris only second to London in terms of the most visited cities.<\/p>\n
The appeal of France to holidaymakers is plain to see, whether it’s the romance of Paris or the beauty of the French Riviera, it is a breathtaking country.<\/p>\n
Whilst Paris has its fair share of domestic visitors, French tourists tend to frequent less internationally-known locations for their staycations.<\/p>\n
READ MORE: <\/strong> easyJet issues holiday warning over flight delays<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Located in the in French Basque Country, just 22 miles from the border with Spain, is the luxurious seaside city of Biarritz.<\/p>\n Famous for its beachfront casinos and thriving surf scene, this elegant destination is a hit with domestic tourists.<\/p>\n The highlight of the popular city is the breathtaking Rocher de la Vierge (Rock of the Virgin), a stunning rock formation overlooking the Bay of Biscay, complete with a walkable bridge and a statue of the Virgin Mary.<\/p>\n The views from Rocher de la Vierge are spectacular and are described by Defline P, a Tripadvisor user from Orleans, as \u201creally beautiful\u201d, calling it a \u201cmythical place\u201d.<\/p>\n Don’t miss… <\/strong> <\/p>\n
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