France has a number of benefits that makes it popular with British holidaymakers, it has been suggested.
According to a spokesperson for Atout France, a government department aiming to promote tourism in the country, its proximity makes it attractive to those looking to head overseas for a break.
"France is the closest country from the UK so it offers a wide range of means of transportation, such as ferries," the spokesperson stated.
The ease of access to the country may make holidays in Brittany or Dordogne an attractive proposition for those living in the UK.
Travelling to France is also relatively cheap, the spokesperson added, meaning people can "make the most of tight budgets", something that may be especially important in the present economic climate.
Recent figures from the Office for National Statistics revealed that the number of UK residents making trips abroad remained largely the same at 15.2 million for the 12 months to the end of June.
