For those heading to the Olympics this summer, specialist tour operator Corsican Places suggests combining a trip to Corsica for the perfect add-on holiday. Famed for its staggering beauty, the French island's white sand beaches, spectacular granite mountains, verdant forests, and fragrant maquis ensure an extra special experience. Just a short flight away from the Olympic venues in Paris and Marseille, and with multiple ferry connections between Marseille and Corsica's ports, visitors will have easy access to a variety of regions.   

Corsican Places offers hotel and self-catered stays to suit all tastes and budgets, providing both accommodation-only and tailored packages that include UK flights, car hire or airport transfers. Dedicated teams both in the UK and on the island are on hand to share their insightful knowledge to ensure the best customer experience.  

Explore the UNESCO-listed Gulf of Porto and its dramatic red cliffs, visit Napoleon's birthplace in Ajaccio, ride a train through the scenic countryside, or relax on the white sands of Palombaggia beach. Enjoy the pleasant Mediterranean climate, the friendly locals, and the simple and hearty Corsican food and wine. Explore secluded coves, quiet hamlets, and charming hill towns that offer a peaceful and authentic atmosphere. For walkers, Corsican Places also features a host of self-guided itineraries for all levels of ability.  

Charlotte Eames, product manager for Corsican Places said:  
“All our accommodation, has been carefully chosen, and provides easy access to Corsica's exceptional beauty, whether it's luxurious private villas, romantic retreats, authentic bergeries, mountain hideaways, beachfront hotels, or multi-centre holidays."  

Seven-night accommodation-only prices are available from £429 per person during the Olympic period, 26th July – 11th August. This price is based on two sharing a room on bed & breakfast at the three-star Hôtel Cyrnéa, located within walking distance of the popular town of Calvi and its sandy beach. 

For more information, including flight inclusive packages offered by Corsican Places between Calvi, Bastia and Figari airports and London Stansted, Gatwick or Heathrow, visit Corsica.co.uk or call 01489 866931.   

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Press Information: Contact Louise Thomas on 01489 866 963 or email press-office@serenityholidays.co.uk. Corsican Places is a trade name of Serenity Holidays Ltd, a fully bonded operator under ATOL 1866 and a member of ABTA, ABTOT and AITO.