Vacations in Pyrenees Atlantiques

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The Pyrénées-Atlantiques is a department in southwestern France, situated in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. It borders Spain and the Atlantic Ocean, offering a rich mix of Basque and Béarn cultures.

History:
The area has a complex history influenced by Basque traditions, the Kingdom of Navarre, and French rule. Historically, it was a crossroads for trade and cultural exchange between France and Spain, with notable events linked to the Basque identity and local autonomy.

Description:
This department features stunning landscapes, including the rugged Pyrenees mountains, lush valleys, and coastal regions. The capital, Pau, offers historical architecture, parks, and proximity to mountain adventures.

Typical Food:

Basque cuisine: Axoa (spicy meat stew), Cod with peppers, Bayonne ham, Espelette pepper dishes.
Béarnaise specialties: Garbure (vegetable and ham stew), Northwestern France cheeses, and duck confit.
Activities in Summer:

Hiking and mountain climbing in the Pyrenees.
Mountain biking and trail running.
Exploring coastal beaches and surfing.
Visiting vineyards and local markets.
Activities in Winter:

Skiing and snowboarding in resorts like La Pierre Saint-Martin.
Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Winter festivals and cultural events.
Festivals:

Fête de Bayonne (Bayonne Festival): A major Basque festival with bullfights, music, and traditional dances.
Fête de la Mourisque: Celebrating local Basque traditions.
Pyrénées Festivals: Celebrations featuring music, dance, and folk traditions.
Nature:
The region boasts diverse natural attractions such as the Cirque de Gavarnie (a UNESCO World Heritage site), Pyrenean lakes, forests, and coastal dunes. It’s perfect for outdoor activities and wildlife watching.

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Booking

Bookings can be made by e-mail, telephone or directly on the ItaliaVillas website. When we have received your booking, we will send you an invoice/order confirmation by e-mail. This e-mail contains all the information you need about your booked holiday accommodation as well as our payment terms.

Payment

On most of our villas/apartments, we require a 30% payment on booking and the remaining 70% eight weeks before arrival at your holiday destination.

Secure payment: We accept bank transfers or credit cards. Credit cards use secure payment.

Please note that bank transfers are not covered by our complaints procedure.

Voucher/rental contract

When we have received your final payment, we will send you a voucher which must be presented on arrival at your holiday destination.

Final cleaning

At some destinations, final cleaning is included in the price. At others, this must be paid for on-site. This will be stated in your order confirmation.

Please note that the kitchen is not included in the final cleaning. The kitchen must be clean and tidy before departure or an additional fee will be charged for cleaning the kitchen.

Cancellation rules

Please note that different cancellation rules may apply to some of the villas. If other rules than those listed below apply, this will be stated under the villa in question.

On cancellation up to 60 days before arrival, a charge of 20% of the total amount will be applied

On cancellation of 59-45 days before arrival, a charge of 30% of the total amount will be applied

On cancellation of 44-30 days before arrival, a charge of 60% of the total amount will be applied

On cancellation of 29-8 days before arrival, a charge of 90% of the total amount will be applied

On cancellation of 7-0 days before arrival, a charge of 100% of the total amount will be applied

Claims

Any claims or complaints must be made to the owner/representative at the destination or to ItaliaVillas on arrival or within 24 hours of arrival. The owner/representative or ItaliaVillas must be notified of inadequate cleaning on arrival.

Only the number of persons stated on the website (adults + children) are permitted to stay at the holiday accommodation.

The renter is responsible for taking due care of the accommodation during the holiday rental period. The house rules at the accommodation must be complied with.

On arrival to the accommodation, a deposit to cover any damage caused by the renter will be charged. If no damage occurs during the holiday rental period, the deposit will be refunded on departure. If damage should occur during the holiday period, this will be assessed and deducted from the deposit.

The owner/contact must be notified of significant defects to the accommodation within 24 hours of the defect arising. If the defect cannot be remedied within a reasonable period of time, ItaliaVillas must be contacted.

Re air conditioning: Please note that restrictions may apply to the times and duration (hours a day) that air conditioning systems can be used and are operational. ItaliaVillas cannot be held liable for air conditioning systems being out of operation.

Right of cancellation

No right of cancellation applies (cf. Danish Consumer Contracts Act). The cancellation rules for each villa/apartment apply.

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