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Helmet

hurler32 wrote: »

Have been trying to decide since where to stay in France...its 4 hours from Roscoff to the above Le Boisson site which seems a long enough drive in my eyes....where is best in the circa 2 hour drive range ??..a site where one could rent a 3 bed mobile home in a decent site....a quite at night site would appeal ..thanks for any help.

We stayed in Port de Plaisance in Benodet a few years ago, lovely spot. We're planning on going back this summer.

BlazingSaddler

hurler32 wrote: »

Have been trying to decide since where to stay in France...its 4 hours from Roscoff to the above Le Boisson site which seems a long enough drive in my eyes....where is best in the circa 2 hour drive range ??..a site where one could rent a 3 bed mobile home in a decent site....a quite at night site would appeal ..the Siblu resorts look good??..is their better or others worth a look?..thanks for any help.

Hi Hurler32, have you considered Domaine Des Ormes in Dol de Bretagne? http://www.eurocamp.ie/campsites/brittany/bn013-domaine-des-ormes/ataglance.html?utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=%2Bdomaine+%2Bdes+%2Bormes&gclid=Cj0KEQiAnIPDBRC7t5zJs4uQu5UBEiQA7u5Ney1DMcrhmq7mG_GpMUIpCNVakfwMAnH0ND4ahaCLNGEaAvvq8P8HAQ
Huge amount of activities on a large site, approx 2 and a half hours from the port if memory serves and close to Mont St Michel which is well worth a visit

76544567

Ive never been to a campsite before, but would like to go to one this year as my son is 4 now.
Im looking at going in July but have no idea where.
Has anyone any ideas as to a nice campsite with access to a beach and lots to do for a 4 year old too. Preferably within striking distance of a town too. Flying probably the best option to get there.
France or Spain maybe?

Mountainsandh

BlazingSaddler wrote: »

Hi. Thank so for the ideas! I'm now looking at flying into Nice and staying at La Baume in Frejus for 11 nights. Can anybody recommend? Also, what is the best way to go about booking car hire? I would be flying with Ryanair so would the car hire be cheapest with them? I'd need a decent size car for 5 including luggage and a baby seat!

You can't go too far wrong down there, the coast is just beautiful. A bit pricey overall but well worth it.

For car hire all the usual from here apply (hertz, avis, ... comparison sites), a French comparison site is Liligo.fr.
I would advise on allowing for various extras/insurances as the French bureaucratie for car rentals is ridiculous, and I got caught once for a puncture on a rental car, ended up not only paying for all fixing upfront but also had a 3000 euros deposit held for 3 months after the event (the time it takes their "experts" to check a tyre was indeed changed). Would have been better off paying the 90 or so extra at time of booking.

REBELSAFC

Has any any recommendations/ advice/ preferences over choosing Carnet or St-Jean-de-Monts for a 10 day break for our young family in July(ages 7,5,3). Any advantages or disadvantages to either destination? I tend to get itchy feet after a few days and like exploring the area. We won't be staying in the campsite all day everyday. Thanks

54and56

REBELSAFC wrote: »

Has any any recommendations/ advice/ preferences over choosing Carnet or St-Jean-de-Monts for a 10 day break for our young family in July(ages 7,5,3). Any advantages or disadvantages to either destination? I tend to get itchy feet after a few days and like exploring the area. We won't be staying in the campsite all day everyday. Thanks

Can't comment on Carnet as haven't been there other than to say it looks like a shorter drive from Cherbourg or Roscoff than St Jean de Monts.

Having stayed in St Jean de Monts for 3 years I can confirm there are lots of day trips around the area from exploring various beaches to Passage de Gois, to an excellent water park on Noirmoutier-en-l'Île and if you're really into big day trips the aquarium in La Rochelle which is about a 2 hour drive from St Jean de Monts.

REBELSAFC

Je_suis_Jean wrote: »

Can't comment on Carnet as haven't been there other than to say it looks like a shorter drive from Cherbourg or Roscoff than St Jean de Monts.

Having stayed in St Jean de Monts for 3 years I can confirm there are lots of day trips around the area from exploring various beaches to Passage de Gois, to an excellent water park on Noirmoutier-en-l'Île and if you're really into big day trips the aquarium in La Rochelle which is about a 2 hour drive from St Jean de Monts.

Thanks for that. What is the immediate locality like ie resturants,pubs etc ?

NIMAN

Does anyone know if a list exists which shows the closest camp sites to the airports around France?

Or indeed, for other countries too.

Mountainsandh

I just tried to search in French, no such luck.

I tend to find campsites first on Google maps these days. Cuts down on a lot of hassle, and you get to see campsites that are not necessarily listed on the fancy websites. Otherwise I check campingdefrance.com, camping cheques, campings qualité, and acsi websites. That's a lot to be checking to round it up to one.

I just zoom in on the point of interest with whatever radius I'm willing to stretch to, and type "camping" into the search box. At least that way you get everything, including aires/municipal campsites.

54and56

REBELSAFC wrote: »

Thanks for that. What is the immediate locality like ie resturants,pubs etc ?

Loads of choice. SDJM is a very popular seaside resort with both French and Foreign tourists. Plenty of options from casual moules or pizza type places to fine dining.

This is a really good place for a long lunch. Great food, great service, right on the seafront and not expensive.

This is a great and slightly unusual restaurant which fuses french and SE Asian cuisine. I'm not usually a fan of fusion food but this was a very memorable meal.

This is a very nice fine(ish) restaurant which we also enjoyed a lot. Don't be put off by the fact its located in a 2/3 star hotel.

Stone Deaf 4evr

REBELSAFC wrote: »

Thanks for that. What is the immediate locality like ie resturants,pubs etc ?

You could stay for three weeks and never eat inothe same restaurant twice. Pubs are a bit scarcer though, but then the pub culture there isn't like here.

webpal

Latest discount code for Eurocamp

1 Apr - 30 Jun 50%
1 Jul - 21 Jul 30%
22 Jul - 29 Aug 15%
30 Aug - 29 Oct 30%

code 17RISC02

I've put this through on a couple of campsites and there are genuine big savings to be made, so much so that I'm extremely tempted to book. Thats what I like about Eurocamp, you know the mobiles and campsites are of a certain star. Usually they are a bit dearer but this code seems to be very competitive.

76544567

webpal wrote: »

Latest discount code for Eurocamp

1 Apr - 30 Jun 50%
1 Jul - 21 Jul 30%
22 Jul - 29 Aug 15%
30 Aug - 29 Oct 30%

code 17RISC02

I've put this through on a couple of campsites and there are genuine big savings to be made, so much so that I'm extremely tempted to book. Thats what I like about Eurocamp, you know the mobiles and campsites are of a certain star. Usually they are a bit dearer but this code seems to be very competitive.

Any good Eurocamps on the beach.
The little lad is mad to go camping, but the mrs wants a beach.

webpal

76544567 wrote: »

Any good Eurocamps on the beach.
The little lad is mad to go camping, but the mrs wants a beach.

http://www.eurocamp.ie/campsites/roussillon/wm018-camping-club-mar-estang/ataglance.html

this is the one i was looking at, 1500 for a 3 bed for 2 weeks in July.

76544567

webpal wrote: »

http://www.eurocamp.ie/campsites/roussillon/wm018-camping-club-mar-estang/ataglance.html

this is the one i was looking at, 1500 for a 3 bed for 2 weeks in July.

Looks great. I see from the website they list the distance from beaches as well.
I think we might be able to convince the mrs

REBELSAFC

webpal wrote: »

http://www.eurocamp.ie/campsites/roussillon/wm018-camping-club-mar-estang/ataglance.html

this is the one i was looking at, 1500 for a 3 bed for 2 weeks in July.

Stayed there 4 years ago. Excellent site, walking distance to the Beach and Town and a lovely area in general. We combined a week here with a week in Spain staying here
http://www.canvasholidays.ie/spain/costa-brava/campsite-castell-montgri.php?gclid=CPT9md3podECFcKw7Qodz8UODg

Only a couple hours drive and we had a wonderful two weeks

REBELSAFC

Stone Deaf 4evr wrote: »

You could stay for three weeks and never eat inothe same restaurant twice. Pubs are a bit scarcer though, but then the pub culture there isn't like here.

Je_suis_Jean wrote: »

Loads of choice. SDJM is a very popular seaside resort with both French and Foreign tourists. Plenty of options from casual moules or pizza type places to fine dining.

Thanks for all this. Our only worry is that being such a large resort might be a little bit "tacky"

webpal

REBELSAFC wrote: »

Thanks for all this. Our only worry is that being such a large resort might be a little bit "tacky"

I personally hate the place for this exact reason. I dont think there is anything French about the place but thats my opinion and that said, its popular for a reason, plenty to do and good facilities on campsites so its good for kids. If I was going without kids, I wouldnt go near the place. Last year we went a small bit further down to Les Biches in St Hilaire de Riez.

Gavlor

76544567 wrote: »

Any good Eurocamps on the beach.
The little lad is mad to go camping, but the mrs wants a beach.

If you're willing to fly drive (carcassone) then salons is top class and right beside a super beach. (We used roan camp here)

http://www.eurocamp.ie/campsites/languedoc/wm020-les-sablons/ataglance.html

If you're driving, Clarys plage (we used hello France here)
http://www.eurocamp.ie/campsites/vendee/vn011-le-clarys-plage/ataglance.html is a great site and again next to a beach, albeit not as nice as the beach at portiragnes.

Family Gal

Hi All,

My husband and i booked accommodation at La Brasilia Campsite for our family ( husband , 5 yr old son , new born infant and I ) and my parents (in a separate chalet ) for dates 20th June -1st July.

We booked on line last week and then booked flights with Are Lingus to correspond with those dates but we just received an email from the campsite today that our dates are not available.

Flights booked so we now have to find alternative camping that would suit flying into Perpignan.

Our wishlist prioritises access to beach and a local town ( for my 79 yr old father who can't walk very far .

We would prefer separate chalets and decent kids club.

We have looked at les Sablons and La Chapelle but would appreciate any recommendations or feedback as we would like to get this sorted asap.


Thank you in advance

ECO_Mental

Hi,

This year and looking at rolling the dice with the weather and going to Normandy or eastern Brittany near enough to the D-day beaches. Looking for a campsite that is lively enough good pools and evening entertainment.


Here are a few that I though looked ok

Camping des Ormes
http://www.camping-castels.co.uk/camping-domaine-des-ormes-id253-id_camping3.html#activites1

Château Lez Eaux
http://www.eurocamp.ie/campsites/normandy/nr011-chateau-lez-eaux/ataglance.html

Any other recommendations or reviews of the above

billbond4

Anyone have discount codes for yelloh?

GeneralSherman

billbond4 wrote: »

Anyone have discount codes for yelloh?

Try EARLYVIP Book before the end of January and it is supposed to give you 10% off.

GeneralSherman

ECO_Mental wrote: »

Hi,

This year and looking at rolling the dice with the weather and going to Normandy or eastern Brittany near enough to the D-day beaches. Looking for a campsite that is lively enough good pools and evening entertainment.


Here are a few that I though looked ok

Camping des Ormes
http://www.camping-castels.co.uk/camping-domaine-des-ormes-id253-id_camping3.html#activites1

Château Lez Eaux
http://www.eurocamp.ie/campsites/normandy/nr011-chateau-lez-eaux/ataglance.html

Any other recommendations or reviews of the above

I would highly recommend Camping Les Ormes. Plenty to do even if the weather is poor. Good indoor pool as well as 2 outdoor pools. Excellent entertainment for the kids and large games room for kids to mess around in. Very clean, large campsite. It is a bit of a drive if you plan to do the Normandy Beaches but within easy distance of St. Malo, Mont St. Michel and sandy beaches.

lawred2

webpal wrote: »

Latest discount code for Eurocamp

1 Apr - 30 Jun 50%
1 Jul - 21 Jul 30%
22 Jul - 29 Aug 15%
30 Aug - 29 Oct 30%

code 17RISC02

I've put this through on a couple of campsites and there are genuine big savings to be made, so much so that I'm extremely tempted to book. Thats what I like about Eurocamp, you know the mobiles and campsites are of a certain star. Usually they are a bit dearer but this code seems to be very competitive.

Anyone used these yet?

lawred2

webpal wrote: »

Latest discount code for Eurocamp

1 Apr - 30 Jun 50%
1 Jul - 21 Jul 30%
22 Jul - 29 Aug 15%
30 Aug - 29 Oct 30%

code 17RISC02

I've put this through on a couple of campsites and there are genuine big savings to be made, so much so that I'm extremely tempted to book. Thats what I like about Eurocamp, you know the mobiles and campsites are of a certain star. Usually they are a bit dearer but this code seems to be very competitive.

first site I selected rejected code on checkout

lawred2

Boom - just got €300 off Torre Del Sol is Spain

zurbfoundation

checked last night with this code (17RISC02) and was working but was gonna book le clarys now and its not working, anyone else getting that?

Edit: It seems to be the Avant style accommodation that you can't apply the discount code to

average_runner

Hi All,

Looking for car hire in France for hols in July. Anyone ye would recommend?
Flying into la Rochelle and out of Bordeaux 2 weeks later.

Also the wife said there is some website that will do the car insurance for you alot cheaper than the car rental company. Any ideas ?

Thanks

54and56

average_runner wrote: »

Hi All,

Looking for car hire in France for hols in July. Anyone ye would recommend?
Flying into la Rochelle and out of Bordeaux 2 weeks later.

Also the wife said there is some website that will do the car insurance for you alot cheaper than the car rental company. Any ideas ?

Thanks

Is this it? http://www.carhireexcess.ie