Travel expert Simon Calder has shared one of his favourite destinations for an autumn escape and it’s perfect for pensioners
Simon Calder recommends walkable and ‘absolutely magical’ town that’s perfect for pensioners (Image: Marco Bottigelli via Getty Images)
Travel expert Simon Calder revealed one of his top picks for an autumn getaway: the picturesque seaside town of Cassis, located in the south of France. Simon highlighted that there are numerous budget-friendly flights from UK airports and mild temperatures in spring and autumn.
Cassis is also an extremely walkable town, making it ideal for pensioners seeking an inexpensive destination that’s also straightforward to explore.
The travel expert stated: “I just came back from Côte d’Azur on Friday, and it was absolutely magical, particularly the lovely town of Cassis. Beautiful port, very close to St Tropez. It’s just a gorgeous place, the food is great!”
“You can even take a bus from Marseille that costs £3 and takes you around one of the greatest drives in the world.”
Travel expert Sam wrote on her blog theblondescout that Cassis was “one of the nicest surprises” during her time living in France.
“This small fishing town is colourful, quaint and next to one of the most extraordinary landscapes I have ever witnessed: the dramatic limestone inlets that make up the Calanques between Cassis and Marseille.”
She noted that Cassis is a compact town, so it is “very walkable and easy to get around”.
“All of the streets are picture-perfect and have that colourful French Riviera vibe! Our favourite little square was at the bougainvillaea-filled Place Baragnon.”
Other locations suggested by travel expert Simon Calder include the Algarve, in southern Portugal, a stunning and “very affordable” coastal destination that’s not overly busy at this time of year.