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Vacation village with swimming pool:
more of a sun lounger or a swimmer?

Vacation village with swimming pool: sunbathing or swimming?

There are two opposing camps among people who like to spend their vacations in a vacation village with swimming pool: on the one hand, those who won’t budge from their deckchair under any circumstances, because “vacations are for resting”; on the other, those who see their vacations as the ideal opportunity to get back into sport or maintain their physical condition. Here’s an opportunity to examine the arguments of these two philosophies.

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Serre Chevalier, the jewel of the Hautes-Alpes, combines authentic charm with spectacular natural beauty. In summer and winter alike, enjoy its 360° panoramic views and vast playground offering hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities. An ideal destination for recharging your batteries and getting away from it all, all year round!
In an authentic and unspoiled setting between Gap and Embrun, the hotel is located at the foot of the Écrins National Park, offering breathtaking views of the Aiguilles de Chabrières, just a stone’s throw from Lake Serre-Ponçon. An ideal place for a getaway combining relaxation, nature, and a change of scenery.
At the foot of the Cévennes National Park, the Château de Casteljau in Ardèche is an ideal place to explore this unspoiled region. Surrounded by mountains, gorges, and picturesque villages such as Balazuc, you can enjoy hiking, swimming, and cultural discoveries.
The Château Laval residence in Gréoux-les-Bains is a true haven of peace in Provence. Ideal for spa guests and nature lovers, it offers comfort and tranquility for a stay combining relaxation, discovery, and well-being.
Welcome to Domaine de Château Laval in Gréoux-les-Bains, a holiday village where every detail has been designed with your well-being in mind. Ideally located in France’s third largest spa resort, the estate welcomes families and spa guests seeking relaxation and nature. A perfect stay combining relaxation, leisure, and spa treatments.
Our campsite is located in a lush green setting at the foot of the Corbières Massif. Close to the sea, the Sigean African Reserve and the picturesque fishing port of Port-la-Nouvelle, it is the ideal place for lovers of the outdoors and culture.
At an altitude of 1,000 metres, just a stone’s throw from the slopes of the Jura Mountains’ leading winter sports resort, our vacation village in Métabief is the perfect place for family holidays, summer or winter, in the heart of the Jura.
Looking for spectacular scenery and ocean views? Our residence in Arzon in the Gulf of Morbihan awaits you for an exciting group holiday. With beaches, sports activities, cultural discoveries and moments of relaxation, southern Brittany promises an unforgettable experience for everyone!
Take in the view from our vacation residence in Fournols d’Auvergne! Nestled at an altitude of 1,040 m between Puy-de-Dôme and Haute-Loire, the small family resort of Fournols welcomes you to an exceptional setting surrounded by lakes and pine trees.
Our campsite on the island of Oléron, in Charente-Maritime, is the perfect setting for families and nature lovers. Enjoy our pitches located in the heart of a peaceful pine forest, for a peaceful holiday in harmony with nature.

Immerse yourself in Basque culture and surfing at our Anglet Holiday Village, ideally located just 300 m from the beach. Enjoy a wide range of sporting and relaxing activities with your loved ones and discover the region’s must-see attractions.

Located near Spain and the Pyrenees, our vacation residence immerses you in the warmth of the Catalan sun. Enjoy the swimming pool, sports activities, workshops and festive evenings for an unforgettable stay.

Our vacation residence in Le Grau-du-Roi in Camargue welcomes you for an unforgettable stay. Enjoy a magnificent swimming pool and charming vacation homes for rent.

Our vacation village in Hendaye is the ideal spot for an unforgettable vacation in the Basque Country. Let yourself be charmed by the panoramic view of the bay, the ocean, the pool, and the entertainment!

Nestled in a beautiful pine forest, our holiday village in La Londe-les-Maures is ideal for family holidays in the Var region. Enjoy the swimming pool, kids’ clubs and entertainment.
Just 1 km from the ocean and the Côte Sauvage, and a 15-minute walk from the beach, our holiday village in Ronce-les-Bains is a little paradise for your family holidays in Charente-Maritime.
Just a few minutes’ walk from one of the most beautiful beaches on the Rhuys peninsula, our holiday village in Arzon in the Gulf of Morbihan is a must for your family holiday in Brittany.
Our holiday village in Argelès-sur-Mer in the Pyrénées-Orientales (Roussillon) is the perfect place for a successful vacation with family, friends, or as a couple in Catalan country. The best of the mountains and the sea, accessible within a radius of a few dozen kilometers, with Catalan light and accent!
Located on the shores of Lacanau Lake, our holiday village in Gironde is perfect for families and sports enthusiasts. Enjoy the private beach, swimming pool, water slides, wake park and a variety of activities.
Between La Rochelle and Rochefort, ideally located 300 meters from the beach, our vacation residence in Fouras in Charente-Maritime is a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking peace and quiet. Whether you choose to rent a vacation home or a mobile home, you will be welcomed in a tranquil setting and have access to a beautiful swimming pool.

Perched on the heights of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, our holiday residence offers breathtaking views of the sea and an exceptional panorama. Close to Menton, Nice and Monaco, you will be charmed by this region.

Climb to an altitude of 1,040 m in the Auvergne mountains, on the banks of a lake. Our Holiday Village welcomes you to a peaceful, wooded setting, ideal for a memorable nature getaway. Enjoy the heated swimming pool, fitness activities, and excursions in the Livradois-Forez Park.
Experience the joys of the mountains in the heart of the magnificent Vosges Mountains! Located at an altitude of 880 metres, our vacation residence in Bussang offers direct access to the slopes in winter and numerous hiking trails in summer.

Located just a stone’s throw from the Mediterranean, our holiday village in Cap d’Agde has everything you need for a successful family vacation, combining relaxation and local discoveries.

Just a 10-minute bike ride from the beach, our Holiday Village invites you to escape to a peaceful setting in the heart of a beautiful forest. With a variety of activities and colorful walks, the island of Oléron, with its picturesque landscapes, sunny beaches, and rich heritage, is sure to charm you.
Just a 10-minute bike ride from the beach, our holiday residence invites you to escape to a peaceful setting in the heart of a beautiful forest. With a variety of activities and colorful walks, the island of Oléron, with its picturesque landscapes, sunny beaches, and rich heritage, is sure to charm you.
Want to immerse yourself in nature, enjoy the ocean, and soak up a warm and festive atmosphere? Our vacation residence in Lacanau is perfect for you!
Serre Chevalier, the jewel of the Hautes-Alpes, combines authentic charm with spectacular natural beauty. In summer and winter alike, enjoy its 360° panoramic views and vast playground offering hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities. An ideal destination for recharging your batteries and getting away from it all, all year round!
In an authentic and unspoiled setting between Gap and Embrun, the hotel is located at the foot of the Écrins National Park, offering breathtaking views of the Aiguilles de Chabrières, just a stone’s throw from Lake Serre-Ponçon. An ideal place for a getaway combining relaxation, nature, and a change of scenery.
At the foot of the Cévennes National Park, the Château de Casteljau in Ardèche is an ideal place to explore this unspoiled region. Surrounded by mountains, gorges, and picturesque villages such as Balazuc, you can enjoy hiking, swimming, and cultural discoveries.
The Château Laval residence in Gréoux-les-Bains is a true haven of peace in Provence. Ideal for spa guests and nature lovers, it offers comfort and tranquility for a stay combining relaxation, discovery, and well-being.
Welcome to Domaine de Château Laval in Gréoux-les-Bains, a holiday village where every detail has been designed with your well-being in mind. Ideally located in France’s third largest spa resort, the estate welcomes families and spa guests seeking relaxation and nature. A perfect stay combining relaxation, leisure, and spa treatments.
Our campsite is located in a lush green setting at the foot of the Corbières Massif. Close to the sea, the Sigean African Reserve and the picturesque fishing port of Port-la-Nouvelle, it is the ideal place for lovers of the outdoors and culture.
At an altitude of 1,000 metres, just a stone’s throw from the slopes of the Jura Mountains’ leading winter sports resort, our vacation village in Métabief is the perfect place for family holidays, summer or winter, in the heart of the Jura.
Looking for spectacular scenery and ocean views? Our residence in Arzon in the Gulf of Morbihan awaits you for an exciting group holiday. With beaches, sports activities, cultural discoveries and moments of relaxation, southern Brittany promises an unforgettable experience for everyone!
Take in the view from our vacation residence in Fournols d’Auvergne! Nestled at an altitude of 1,040 m between Puy-de-Dôme and Haute-Loire, the small family resort of Fournols welcomes you to an exceptional setting surrounded by lakes and pine trees.
Our campsite on the island of Oléron, in Charente-Maritime, is the perfect setting for families and nature lovers. Enjoy our pitches located in the heart of a peaceful pine forest, for a peaceful holiday in harmony with nature.

Immerse yourself in Basque culture and surfing at our Anglet Holiday Village, ideally located just 300 m from the beach. Enjoy a wide range of sporting and relaxing activities with your loved ones and discover the region’s must-see attractions.

Located near Spain and the Pyrenees, our vacation residence immerses you in the warmth of the Catalan sun. Enjoy the swimming pool, sports activities, workshops and festive evenings for an unforgettable stay.

Our vacation residence in Le Grau-du-Roi in Camargue welcomes you for an unforgettable stay. Enjoy a magnificent swimming pool and charming vacation homes for rent.

Our vacation village in Hendaye is the ideal spot for an unforgettable vacation in the Basque Country. Let yourself be charmed by the panoramic view of the bay, the ocean, the pool, and the entertainment!

Nestled in a beautiful pine forest, our holiday village in La Londe-les-Maures is ideal for family holidays in the Var region. Enjoy the swimming pool, kids’ clubs and entertainment.
Just 1 km from the ocean and the Côte Sauvage, and a 15-minute walk from the beach, our holiday village in Ronce-les-Bains is a little paradise for your family holidays in Charente-Maritime.
Just a few minutes’ walk from one of the most beautiful beaches on the Rhuys peninsula, our holiday village in Arzon in the Gulf of Morbihan is a must for your family holiday in Brittany.
Our holiday village in Argelès-sur-Mer in the Pyrénées-Orientales (Roussillon) is the perfect place for a successful vacation with family, friends, or as a couple in Catalan country. The best of the mountains and the sea, accessible within a radius of a few dozen kilometers, with Catalan light and accent!
Located on the shores of Lacanau Lake, our holiday village in Gironde is perfect for families and sports enthusiasts. Enjoy the private beach, swimming pool, water slides, wake park and a variety of activities.
Between La Rochelle and Rochefort, ideally located 300 meters from the beach, our vacation residence in Fouras in Charente-Maritime is a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking peace and quiet. Whether you choose to rent a vacation home or a mobile home, you will be welcomed in a tranquil setting and have access to a beautiful swimming pool.

Perched on the heights of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, our holiday residence offers breathtaking views of the sea and an exceptional panorama. Close to Menton, Nice and Monaco, you will be charmed by this region.

Climb to an altitude of 1,040 m in the Auvergne mountains, on the banks of a lake. Our Holiday Village welcomes you to a peaceful, wooded setting, ideal for a memorable nature getaway. Enjoy the heated swimming pool, fitness activities, and excursions in the Livradois-Forez Park.
Experience the joys of the mountains in the heart of the magnificent Vosges Mountains! Located at an altitude of 880 metres, our vacation residence in Bussang offers direct access to the slopes in winter and numerous hiking trails in summer.

Located just a stone’s throw from the Mediterranean, our holiday village in Cap d’Agde has everything you need for a successful family vacation, combining relaxation and local discoveries.

Just a 10-minute bike ride from the beach, our Holiday Village invites you to escape to a peaceful setting in the heart of a beautiful forest. With a variety of activities and colorful walks, the island of Oléron, with its picturesque landscapes, sunny beaches, and rich heritage, is sure to charm you.
Just a 10-minute bike ride from the beach, our holiday residence invites you to escape to a peaceful setting in the heart of a beautiful forest. With a variety of activities and colorful walks, the island of Oléron, with its picturesque landscapes, sunny beaches, and rich heritage, is sure to charm you.
Want to immerse yourself in nature, enjoy the ocean, and soak up a warm and festive atmosphere? Our vacation residence in Lacanau is perfect for you!

For deckchair aficionados

It sounds paradoxical, but resting requires effort. Don’t you think so? Yet many people come back from vacation tired or exhausted, even though they felt they’d done nothing. Because in reality, relaxing can be hard work. To make the most of your next vacation in a vacation village with swimming pool, follow the advice given below.

Take a nap on your deckchair

It seems obvious, but to get a good night’s rest, you need to get enough sleep. Yet the French are sleep-deprived (according to Inserm, they have lost 1 h 30 of sleep over the last 50 years). Take advantage of your vacation by the pool to take a nap in the shade of a parasol. This will help erase your sleep debt.

Rest is constant exercise

To make the most of your deckchair, alternate physical and mental activities. Science tells us that brain cell growth occurs through a combination of physical activity and adequate rest. If you swim a few laps in the pool at your own pace, you create the conditions for the regeneration of brain cells that occurs during sleep. And after a few lengths, return to your deckchair, where a good book or sudoku awaits you!

It’s not just your deckchair!

Even if you feel so comfortable in your deckchair that you really, really don’t want to leave it, try to get out of the vacation village and discover the world around you. Take a short stroll in nature or by the water. The advantage of Azureva vacation villages is that they are located in the most beautiful regions of France, like Club Azureva*** d’Hendaye in the Basque Country, Saint-Cyprien, Argelès-sur-Mer. So there’s no shortage of walking trails starting from our villages, and no shortage of opportunities to get out and about.

A pool for sport addicts

Sports enthusiasts can also enjoy a stay in a vacation village with a swimming pool, because the opportunity to work up a sweat is right on your doorstep!

Swimming or resting?

Going to a vacation village with swimming pool is an opportunity to see new landscapes, relax and unwind. However, if you’re an athlete all year round, should you exercise during your vacation, or take a break? To be honest, it depends on the length of the break. If you give yourself a whole week off, with just a few dips in the vacation village pool now and then, your fitness won’t deteriorate. So the truth is, if you take less than a two-week break from sport, it’s up to you whether you prefer swimming or sunbathing.

The benefits of swimming

There are a few good reasons to get active during your stay in a vacation village with swimming pool. Most people feel better when they stay active and stick to some semblance of routine when away from home. What’s more, with all the good food prepared by the chefs at Azureva vacation villages, you’re likely to give in to gluttony, so physical activity will help you compensate for any vacation excesses. Doing laps in the pool, at a steady pace, is excellent for burning calories! Other tips for staying in shape include taking part in the village’s dance activities, or setting the dance floor alight after dark.

Exercising during the vacations is therefore beneficial from many points of view, provided that you know how to be reasonable and take advantage of the deckchair from time to time to recharge your batteries!