Fraysse Haut is ideal for walkers as it is situated along the GR652, one of the long distance paths criss-crossing France. A network of other footpaths and tracks provide a variety of country walks and scenery with some fine viewpoints over the river valley. There are many enthusiastic walking groups active in the area; a good chance to practice some French. We offer suggestions for guided or independent walks, and an all-inclusive one week package holiday is available for individuals or groups. Cahors 35 km.

What blunders to avoid and tips on how to succeed in social situations. The courses include the preparation and participation in a dinner party and an outing to a local restaurant with one of the participants playing the role of host. The Orangerie is a classical 18th century red brick country house estate in Normandy, an hour from Caen and Le Havre, two hours from Paris. Bed and Breakfast included.

We specialise in walking and cycling holidays in bed and breakfast or self catering accommodation, providing a hundred detailed route maps (ranging from easy to challenging), and packed lunches. Mountain bikes fitted with mountain or road tyres can be hired, together with helmets, panniers, and waterproofs. Most bikes are new this year and all are fitted with pumps, lights, and spare inner tubes. Gel saddles are available for unhardened riders! The combination of flat plateaux, hills, villages, valleys, rivers and lakes provide plenty of variety and interest.

The courses are open to individuals or small groups and include bed and breakfast accommodation in a relaxed, friendly environment. The aim is to liberate creativity, intuition and imagination. Materials provided. No background knowledge necessary. Family and partners welcome. Comfort, conviviality and an attention to detail to make your visit as pleasant as possible, are our main concern here. Full or half-board available. En suite rooms and pool. Near Anduze, 35 km from Nimes or Montpellier. Open all year round.

The manor is a family home in a village in the Indre river valley, 15 minutes from Tours, close to Azay-le-Rideau, Villandry and Langeais, some of the most famous châteaux in the Loire. Set in three hectares of gardens with centuries old trees, beside the River Indre. The river has pike, pike/perch, carp, eels and other small fish. There are four small private islands in the middle of the river. A rowboat is provided. Paris is an hour from Tours by TGV train.

Art courses for groups or individuals, which can be tailor made to suit, developing visual language using different painting and drawing techniques based on the landscapes of Renoir, Matisse and Picasso as a starting point. Non-participating partners are welcome. Air-conditioned en suite rooms or studios with mini-bars and private terraces. Large swimming pool, bar and restaurant terrace in beautiful surroundings. Everything you need is right here.