The south of France is one of the most stunning places you can visit and the fact that the climate has a Mediterranean feel, should ensure that you can relax in great weather for most of the year. The temperature between November and January isn’t the warmest, but again, it may be far more palatable to the weather you are experiencing back home.
You will find that many people like the weather in the south of France between April and May and then again between September and October. Of course, if you are a true sun seeker and you want to visit this part of France when the weather is at its warmest, make sure that you head in June, July and August. In July and August, it is not uncommon to find the temperature to be around 90F/30C. This means that this destination is an ideal one for so many people looking for a warm and sunny break.
When it comes to finding the top places to stay in the south of France there are a number of natural candidates and options to choose from.
Cote d’Azur
For many people, this is the location that instantly comes to mind when it comes to the south of France. There are plenty golden beaches and sweeping bays in this part of the country, and it is easy to see why around 5 million people flock to the Cote d’Azur every single year. Paris may beat this part of France with respect to tourist numbers on an annual basis, but there is no doubt that this is the place that people head to in order to relax and catch some rays.
When you think that the Cote d’Azur contains destinations like Nice, St Tropez and Villefrance, it is no wonder that is one of the places that people think of when heading to the south of France.  The Cote d’Azur is also the home of Cannes, which is one of the most stylish and attractive destination in the whole of Europe, let alone the south of France, and it is easy to see why many people are tempted to make this their holiday destination.
Camargue
If you are the sort of person that loves nature, you will find Camargue to be the ideal place to stay. There is an abundance of wide open spaces in this part of the country and you will find a great number of sandy beaches and coastal roads to enjoy. You will also find a number of great creatures such as pink flamingos, migrating birds, black bulls and white horses.
This area of France is also located close to Marseille, Montpellier and Nimes, so there is plenty of travel options and if you want to combine a city and countryside break, this is one of the best areas you can visit.
Provence
You don’t need to spend a year in Provence to understand its beauty and majesty; you can settle for a week or two and still love your time in this part of France. There is an array of stunning villages and beautiful countryside locations, while you will marvel at the brilliant lavender scenes located around the area. If you are keen to find a quiet holiday destination, you should find that Provence offers up everything you could hope for in a stunning holiday destination.
Monaco
Monaco, officially the Principality of Monaco, is a sovereign city-state and microstate, located on the French Riviera in Western Europe. It is bordered by France on three sides; one side borders the Mediterranean Sea.
Monaco is the travel destination of choice for people of exceptional high-net-worth status. Its banking sector has a rich history that dates back to the nineteenth century, when the first deposit banks opened within this principality. Since then, many investors have flocked to its shores to set up offshore accounts, and the principality’s economy is flourishing in large part due to foreign investments.
 St Guilhem-le-desert
This village, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in amongst the most jawdropping and breath-taking scenery, so if you are looking to be inspired by the majesty of a countryside village, this is likely to be the best destination for your needs. It is easily regarded as one of the visitor attractions in the south of France and there are very few villages that can match it for prettiness and style.
Anyone of these destinations will provide you with a fantastic holiday, and whether you want a glamorous location or to have the chance to relax and take things easy, you will find that the south of France has everything you could ask for. No matter where you decide to visit, you will find a broad range of accommodation options for the south of France, helping you to maximise the amount of joy you take from your holiday.
Andrew Reilly is a freelance writer with a focus on news stories and consumer interest articles. He has been writing professionally for 8 years but has been writing for as long as he can care to remember. When Andrew isn’t sat behind a laptop or researching a story, he will be found watching a gig or a game of football.
