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Porto Vecchio holidays
Porto Vecchio holidays offer a sophisticated and lively base in southern Corsica, amidst some of the best beaches on the island and stunning scenery. Distinctly French, the holiday resort of Porto Vecchio remains a favourite amongst tourists, and the town has long been known as a haven for international jet-setters. Boasting a wonderful combination of old and new - a bustling modern marina set in a well-preserved old town - and surrounded by magnificent beaches, Porto Vecchio holidays offer both relaxation and excitement.
Porto Vecchio beaches - Regarded as some of the best on Corsica
The holiday resort of Porto Vecchio sits on the southeast coast of Corsica, on the Gulf of Porto Vecchio, and is accessible from both Figari and Ajaccio airports. With no beach in town, visitors flock to the stunning shoreline just south of the resort, and holidays in Porto Vecchio offer no shortage of options for a relaxing days' sunbathing. The beaches around Porto Vecchio have an almost tropical-like quality, boasting translucent turquoise waters and powdery white sands, with the most famous, and perhaps busiest in high season, being the picture-perfect Palombaggio Beach. Other notable beaches to visit on a holiday to Porto Vecchio include Santa Giulia and Rondinara, both of which offer sheltered stretches with shallow waters, perfect for swimming. Porto Vecchio holidays offer plenty for watersports enthusiasts, with facilities for water-skiing, windsurfing, jet-skiing, and scuba-diving.
Family holidays in Porto Vecchio - Relaxing beaches, lively nightlife in town
With child-friendly beaches and plenty of facilities, Porto Vecchio family holidays offer something for everyone. The beautifully preserved old town, with its' fortress and bustling main square, is perfect for daytime strolls, and holidays to Porto Vecchio offer fantastic shopping and dining. Nightlife is vibrant, with the town square and the marina in Porto Vecchio alive with packed restaurants, cafes and bars. Take a boat-trip to the Lavezzi Isles for some of the best snorkelling around the island, or travel inland to explore the walks and trails of the Ospedale Forest. Make the most of your holiday in Porto Vecchio by hiring a car and exploring all the beauty that the south of Corsica has to offer.
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