Senior holidays in the low season
the Californie (California) sunshine…
by the sea…
Having sailed on the stormy seas of a packed life, it is time set foot on dry land and make the most of the dolce vita pirates are guaranteed upon retirement, seated on their accumulated treasure.
On your mermaid’s arm, you’ve chosen an ultra-comfortable holiday rental on the shores of the Mediterranean.
However, one question is troubling you. What was the point in you travelling the oceans to amass this treasure, when you see the low season rates on offer for this modern, comfortable accommodation…
You remember how much you enjoy the glassy sea, after the roar of a storm.
This feeling of relaxation and change of scenery overwhelms you during your trips on the Canal du Midi canal, a gem of authenticity listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Today, you’ve let go of the helm, boarding a trip boat, fully making the most of this moment of tranquillity and the beauty of the scenery.
Of course you love the beach, the blue sea, but with the passing years you increasingly enjoy gardens.
You make the most of your refreshing country break in the Hérault department, to visit the Roquebrun Mediterranean gardens. This is a genuine conservation area, home to Mediterranean flora, with more exotic touches of cacti and citrus fruits.
On the steep slopes of these lush gardens, you’re congratulating yourself for not having a wooden leg, and at the summit you’re rewarded with a magical view over the valley and village of Roquebrun.
The thick droplets, which slowly run down your glass, indicate high-quality sun-drenched grape clusters and a gourmet, structured wine.
No matter where your boat runs aground, you love going off to explore local produce, strolling through the markets and rustling up local recipes to eat.
When bringing your glass to your lips, you pride yourself on your unquestionable taste and brave the countryside to discover the most exquisite wines, many in the Languedoc region…
or having new passions
Aboard your vessel, the captain is not the procrastinating type.
Yet once the launch has been moored on holiday, you love lazing about, doing some odd jobs, reading a good book, and putting off until tomorrow everything distracting you from your summer happiness.
However, tomorrow is a big day; you’re going to try pottery in a local artist’s studio. Thinking about the cult scene from the film “Ghost” makes you want to put your hands in the clay.
You’ve seen the world on your travels but your spirit of adventure remains, and you’re always craving new experiences.
You decide to head for the picturesque villages in the inland areas of the Hérault, in particular the small medieval village of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert. There you find the renowned Romanesque Gellone abbey designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, part of the Route of Santiago de Compostela.
Undaunted, you then go to the Pont du Diable (Devil’s bridge), as you won’t be coming back to the Hérault gorges again this time…
