Cheap flights to Biarritz
Nineteenth century elegance, a healthy respect for good food, and a nice helping of spa-like pampering come as standard in Biarritz, one of France’s chicest resorts.
If you want to holiday like royalty then you can’t get much better than Biarritz. Known for attracting the likes of Queen Victoria in the 19th century and Frank Sinatra a hundred years later, this city in the Basque region of France is rightly titled the ‘Monte Carlo of the Atlantic coast’.
Back in the day this was the place to see and be seen. Nowadays the pretense is long gone and this lively resort pulls in crowds from all walks of life, all attracted to its kilometres of sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, wide ranging accommodation and sophisticated elegance. Families, teenage surfers, young couples and the silver set – they’re all here enjoying what the city has to offer.
Shopping
April 2013
(1 Bis Place Clémenceau, tel: 05 5924 0138) Miremont is a classy sweet and pastry shop in the centre of town. There are plenty of other patisseries in Biarritz, of course, but Miremont has gained a reputation among locals and tourists alike for style, elegance and flavour. Check out the bonbons - they're exquisite.
Sightseeing
January 2013
Go for what the locals call "le grand stroll", starting at the lighthouse on the headland, walking down past the golf course and the Russian Orthodox Church, along the promenade overlooking Le Grande Plage, across Place Ste-Eugenie and down past the Fisherman's Port, to the statue of the virgin looking out to sea to protect the fishermen.
Key Areas
April 2013
When you're in town be sure to go to a local festival. Taking place in the Bibi area from 27 April to 1 May is the Fêtes de Bibi-Beaurivage. A family friendly affair, it features all kinds of music and dancing, indoor and outdoor sporting events, and plenty of great local food and drink.