How to prepare your stay and your holidays in the mountains?

Here are some tips and recommendations to enjoy your holidays at altitude from the very first moment. Avoid surprises, don't let chance choose for you!

Choose your accommodation

In the mountains, there are accommodation solutions for all tastes and budgets :private studio and apartment, tourist residence, hotel room, campsite or holiday village.

Make comparisons and an exhaustive list of the equipment and services you want, those free and those paid Keep in mind to choose the best quality / price ratio .

You can also wait for last minute offers for cheap holidays in the mountains. The disadvantage is that you will not necessarily be able to choose the destination and the choice will be less extensive depending on the date of your stay.

Choose your vacation spot

You must determine what you want to find first during your stay in the mountains this summer :landscapes, hiking, mountain biking, nature with national parks, water parks, leisure parks, bodies of water and lakes, thermal baths and SPA, cultural discoveries, sports or thrilling activities strong…

If you are traveling with children , find out about indoor games and outdoor activities in case of bad weather. Also find out about the existence of holiday clubs so that your toddlers don't get bored.

Set your budget for food shopping and leisure

For food , plan to do your shopping in the supermarket before your arrival and then you will top up on site. As far as activities are concerned, there are frequently multi-leisure cards at advantageous prices in the resort.

Equip yourself the right way

If you are going to rent in the mountains, it is necessary to be well equipped even for a summer stay .

• You will have understood that having suitable equipment contributes to the smooth running of your holiday:
• a pair of category 3 glasses or if possible 4 because the sun's rays are very intense at the top of the peaks
• sunscreen
• thermo-breathable sportswear and several jerseys to change into to avoid cold snaps with perspiration
• warm clothes as the temperature can drop sharply with the change in weather and in the evening
• mountain shoes or trail-type trainers
• socks suitable for walking
• sports shorts or pants depending on the temperature
• a backpack with food and a water bottle for frequent hydration
• walking sticks to facilitate the ascent

Choose your means of transport

In order to get to the station you have the train, bus, plane or car (personal, rental or carpool if you like conviviality).

• If you have chosen to travel by train , remember to book your place in advance in the shuttle that will take you from the station to your holiday destination.
• Same for the plane , there is certainly a bus service from the airport to the station, if necessary it will be necessary to request the services of a taxi.
• About your car , remember to have it serviced before your departure to ensure you arrive safely!