We love France and we usually drive there then spend the week recovering before driving back so we wondered about a fly-drive-caravanette holiday. We've not actually done this but the idea of hiring a fully refurbished-like-new retro VW campervan for a short holiday break and going as we please, without having to dash back to base each night, is very appealing for a late Spring break! We're thinking about exploring a little further around the South of France, without having to plan too far ahead or panicking about booking hotels and paying extortionate rates.
We're using a couple of itinerary ideas, from a friend who lives in Provence and has already done this. We've been to Cannes and Nice several times over the years plus a couple of trips to Monaco. However, although we've seen photos of the Verdon Gorge - which looks amazing - we've never been there! Our friend also recomends other places, such as Aix-en-Provence, which looks to be worth visiting - we also have another frend whose family lives near Aix.
Campervans are said to sleep 4 so we expect it to be better for just two adults, with sufficient storage for clothing and food supplies. Cost-wise, it's similar to 3* hotels but you save on not having to eat out every night and paying €25 for a bottle wine that costs €5 in the supermarché. Flights can actually be cheaper than petrol + motorway tolls and will take far less time, especially if you have to start your journey from the North of England/Wales or Scotland.
It sounds quite exciting just planning it! My parents had an old VW caravanette and it was really easy to drive, once you got used to the fact that there was no bonnet in front of your face! We are looking forward to exploring the French Riviera.
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