Property
How to choose a gîte for 10 people
What to look for when you need a single property that actually works for a large group — space, layout, outdoor living and the questions to ask before you book.
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Days out
Sarlat — what to do, see and eat
The finest medieval town in France. The Saturday market. Where to eat, what to buy, when to visit and how to get the most out of a day trip with a mixed-age group.
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Days out
Dordogne prehistoric caves — a practical guide
Font-de-Gaume, Les Combarelles, Lascaux IV. Which to visit, how to book, what children make of them, and how to plan a prehistoric day that works for all ages.
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Activities
Canoeing the Dordogne
Hire canoes at La Roque-Gageac and paddle past Castelnaud and Beynac. What age it works from, which hire company to use, how long to allow and what to take.
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When to go
Dordogne in September — why it beats July
School's back. The crowds have gone. The pool is still warm. The restaurants are at their best. The case for a September Dordogne holiday — especially for families where grandparents set the dates.
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Planning
Planning an intergenerational holiday — what to look for
Three generations, one property, one week. What makes it work and what makes it fall apart. The features that matter most when grandparents, parents and children share a house.
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