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First things first: preparing your journey

Coronavirus information (updated for 2024)
Covid has not disappeared, and visitors arriving in France from abroad are recommended to be vaccinated and in possession of a vaccination certificate. Within France, there are no covid restrictions in place, except in certain places of risk, such as hospitals, where a mask may be required. The situation can change at any moment.

For more information, see Covid requirements in France

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 Montpellier  Nice  Clermont-Fd.
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Continue now with part 2  :  Choosing a holiday

Holiday travel insurance:
It is highly recommended, and in some cases obligatory, to be insured when you travel. Many people have existing policies, or even credit cards, that include travel insurance, but it is always a good idea to check. Make sure that you have accident and emergency cover, including civil third party liability cover (for humans, as well as your car). 

It is particularly important and usually necessary to take out special insurance if you plan to do anything out-of-the-ordinary while on holiday, such as winter-sports or other types of sport.



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