France

The best European destinations for a family holiday
- By Simpson Travel
- 22 Apr 2025
- Where to go
Europe is an unbeatable family holiday choice right on the doorstep - no long, boring flights, no vaccinations, just lots of time to enjoy the huge variety of beaches, food and culture. Read more >
Villas with private tennis court
- By Simpson Travel
- 03 Mar 2025
- What to do
Connect with your kids, challenge your friends and up your game when you book a villa with a private tennis court. Read more >
Dog-friendly villas in France
- By Simpson Travel
- 07 Mar 2024
- Views and reviews
Our handy guide tells you how to get there, where to stay and what preparations you'll need to make for travelling to France with your dog. Read more >
Cycling holidays in Europe: The Golden Gears of Autumn
- By Heather Moore
- 11 Aug 2022
- What to do
On fresh cool mornings and golden afternoons, the best way to discover the autumn countryside is to get out and about on a bike. Read more >
Our guide to Ile de Ré
- By Simpson Travel
- 23 Mar 2020
- Where to go
Discover Île de Ré, the exquisite little island with a big heart; also affectionately known as 'The Pearl' of the Atlantic'. Read more >
A guide to the Aquitaine Coast
- By Simpson Travel
- 09 Mar 2020
- Where to go
Effortlessly chic, enduringly cool and unmistakeably French, we tell you everything you need to know about this very special coastline. Read more >
Things to do in the Dordogne: memorable days out
- By Simpson Travel
- 02 Sept 2019
- What to do
If you thought the Dordogne was all about fat geese and fairy-tale castles, read our guide to discover what else you can see in this eternally popular region. Read more >
Vive La Différence
- By Simpson Travel
- 15 May 2019
- What's new
Thoughtful, pro-active service is a key part of the Simpson Travel experience, but how do you deliver it to a high standard when your guests are scattered all over a country the size of France? This summer we’re taking a whole new approach to service for guests in our French villas, and the results so far have been very positive indeed. Read more >
The grace of Gordes
- By Simpson Travel
- 21 Jun 2018
- Where to go
With its film-star good looks and impressive history, this ancient, caramel-coloured town is one of the most desirable addresses in the region. Read more >

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‘[Simpson Travel] specialise in the sort of magical, unspoilt destinations my family loves’ Author: The Telegraph
‘So how did we find the near-perfect villa in Mallorca? The first step was to approach… Simpson Travel… we needed expertise, not just blinding choice.’ Author: Sunday Times Travel Magazine, The Villas Handbook
‘Where Simpson [Exclusive] really excels is in its first-hand knowledge of properties and destinations’ Author: House & Garden
‘Simpson [Exclusive] delivers holidays that combine sunshine, five-star luxury and friendly service’ Author: House & Garden
Our stay was also infused with his thoughtful brand of hospitality, matched with that of the experienced tour operator (Simpson Travel). Author: Claire Irvin, The Times

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France

The best European destinations for a family holiday

Villas with private tennis court

Dog-friendly villas in France

Cycling holidays in Europe: The Golden Gears of Autumn

Our guide to Ile de Ré

A guide to the Aquitaine Coast

Things to do in the Dordogne: memorable days out

Vive La Différence

The grace of Gordes

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Simpson Travel in the media

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