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The paradise of a family on vacation: games, activities and above all friends!<\/h2>

Chis year, it was you who chose the location of the summer holidays, your favorite was the Dordogne, and you are absolutely right. You now have to announce the destination to the family… Since the sea will not be on the holiday menu, you expect grimaces or even refusals. Don’t panic, here is some practical information that will ensure you get an immediate and perfect agreement! Every year, the Dordogne attracts around 3 million holidaymakers, both French and foreign, especially in high season. It must be said that in spring and summer, the climate is rather warm and sunny. And for families, it really is the ideal place to spend a good vacation. There is no shortage of activities and tourist sites that appeal to both young and old.<\/p>

The recipe for a successful family vacation<\/h2>

The need is simple: the family group must display a big smile, individually and collectively. This being said, how can this be achieved? Well by chasing away anything that could sow discord, and inviting anything that will lead to positive engagement from everyone. To do this, you just need to find the right balance between conviviality and calm, activities and rest. You need to decompress, devour all the novels you have overdue, fill up all the sleep you also have overdue, and clear your mind with new activities. Your children, whether they are young or teenagers, need to move, to talk and play with others, to exercise. To juggle these seemingly irreconcilable parameters, we recommend: -a small structure, where children can be as independent as possible. It’s up to them to have lots of fun on the playground, while parents can relax on a strategically placed deck chair, neither too close nor too far! -in an area rich in activities bringing together the whole family. The P\u00e9rigord Noir offers exactly that: castles or caves to visit, sporting challenges like canoeing down the Dordogne valley, a trip to Lascaux, window shopping in Sarlat and prehistory in every corner… Everyone is sure to find something there. account. And you can, without covering too many miles (which your children rarely like), discover a wide variety of themes. We challenge you to have to hear your children say they are bored! -with a few moments outside of time to maintain love and family cohesion, like looking at the starry sky while lying on the terrace, while telling each other funny stories! And maybe it will ultimately be the best memory!<\/p>

The little extras of Ventoulines<\/h2>

Firstly, the proximity of infrastructure and security. The village is small, traffic is reduced to a minimum, and activities are centralized. This allows relative independence for children, which makes them very happy! Then, and this is undoubtedly the most important, the village is very family-friendly during the school holidays. You can always find a friend your own age there. Our village is just the right size so that there are enough people to find a soul mate, but not too many so as not to fall into anonymity. And then our program of free activities and workshops, which is offered depending on the people who arrive at the start of the week. We adapt to the desires and ages of the participants. Between outdoor activities or within our Holiday Village, you will have fun with your family and you will leave with unforgettable memories. For example, you can participate in our cooking workshops and learn to make delicious cakes with nuts, sign up for our p\u00e9tanque, ping-pong and table football tournaments! In high season, our Village offers you at least one activity per day. Very important, the playground is multi-generational. Everyone comes together, from 2 to 99 years old, from the swing to the p\u00e9tanque court, including the swings, the slide, etc. Teenagers abandon their cell phones to engage in frenzied baby or ping-pong tournaments. In the unlikely event that your children get tired of the pool, our dining room has a small area with plenty of board games. Your children will have a lot of fun experiencing them with their new friends. Finally, when you book, we send you a small tourist booklet which allows you to prepare the outings you are going to do. We have mentioned all the sites where your children will be particularly happy!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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