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Luxury Surf & Dive Holidays from France
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Planning an ocean holiday from France
France has its own surf heartland on the Atlantic coast, so French travellers often look abroad for warm water, reef breaks and a different culture, without giving up good food and design. French Polynesia, a French overseas collectivity, is a natural long-haul dream; the Maldives, Mauritius and the Seychelles are classic winter-sun choices.
We never quote flight times or prices, because routes and fares change constantly. Use these notes to shortlist by season and travel style, then check current connections from your nearest airport.
Seasonal intent
When to travel
- Winter
- Mauritius, the Seychelles, the Maldives and the Canaries.
- Spring
- Easter for the Maldives and Bali’s dry season.
- Summer
- French Polynesia’s drier season; Bali, Fiji and Portugal.
- Toussaint
- Autumn holidays suit the Maldives and Madeira.
Months to start with:
- February: Winter sun + romance
- April: Spring escape
- July: Peak summer
- October: Autumn surf + warm water
- December: Festive luxury
Where to go
Destinations to consider
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