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Ajaccio Holidays
Ajaccio holidays, the capital of Corsica, is situated on the southwest coast, and lies is a beautiful bay surrounded by wooded hills. An attractive town with a relaxed atmosphere, Ajaccio has plenty to offer the visitor, with a number of sandy beaches, a wealth of lively bars, cafes and restaurants, and, of course, a wonderful Mediterranean climate. Famous for being the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, Ajaccio has plenty of history and interesting sites to explore, and enough activities and excursions to keep everyone happy. Holidays in Ajaccio revolve around lazy days on the beach, wonderful French food and strolls through the charming streets of the old town.
Holidays to Ajaccio - Charming old town and white sandy beaches
Holidays in Ajaccio would suit those looking for a slightly more upmarket trip, with a distinctly French flavour, and offers a wonderful combination of relaxing and exploring. The town is just 7km from Ajaccio international airport, and is home to a large number of hotels varying in size and price. Self-catering holidays in Ajaccio are very popular, with many private villas and apartments in the town and scattered in the hillside. There are numerous white sandy beaches around the Bay of Ajaccio, perfect for swimming and sunbathing, with many offering watersports such as windsurfing and scuba-diving. Further round the bay lies the town of Porticcio, with a gently shelving beach, perfect for children, and watersports such as water-skiing, pedaloes, jet-skiing and kayaking. Walking holidays in Ajaccio are extremely popular, as the region boasts a huge amount of trails and hikes through the scenic countryside and hills, and along the coastline.
Holidays in Ajaccio - Birthplace of Napoleon - Great base for exploring Corsica
The lively streets of the old town are perfect for exploring, and holidays in Ajaccio offer visitors a chance to stroll along the squares and boulevards, and choose from the many vibrant bars and cafes that line the town. Restaurants in Ajaccio serve delicious Corsican and Mediterranean specialities, and the bustling daily market is a must, especially for those on a self-catering holiday in Ajaccio. The charming port at Ajaccio is often full of luxury yachts, sail-boats and cruisers in high season, and many boat-trips can be taken from the town. Whist on holiday in Ajaccio, take a boat-trip to the Iles Sanguinaires, with their stunning red rocks and rare birds and plants, make the train journey from Ajaccio to Bastia and Calvi, or take a coach trip to the beautiful spots of Bonidacio and Sartene. Culture lovers can explore the museums and sites whilst on holiday in Ajaccio, visiting the Musee Fesch with its' impressive art collection, and the cathedral where Napoleon was born.
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