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6. CAR RENTAL
Use of child safety seats and rear seat belts is obligatory under French law. All major
car rental companies will provide children's safety seats if requested in advance.
There is normally a small charge for this service.
7. ON THE BEACH
Most beaches along the Côte d'Azur and the Riviera are safe for children, with shal-
low waters, gentle waves and lifeguards on duty in many places. However, sensible
precautions should be taken. Babies, toddlers and older children are at risk of sun-
burn from April to October, and use of high-factor, waterproof sun block is advisable.
Beaches become very crowded during July and August, making it easy for toddlers
to become separated from parents. On rocky beaches, look out for black sea urchins
with spines which give painful stings.
8. SELF-CATERING
Using self-catering accommodation gives parents greater flexibility and allows fam-
ilies to keep to the mealtimes and bedtimes they are accustomed to instead of living
by hotel schedules.
9. MOTORWAY SERVICES
French
autoroute
service areas cater very well for parents with babies and small chil-
dren, with clean, spacious nappy (diaper) changing areas, toddlers' toilets, dispos-
able nappy (diaper) vending machines and baby food on sale in service area shops.
10. NAPPIES (DIAPERS) AND OTHER NECESSITIES
Remember that French opening hours are much more restrictive than those in the
UK. Parents should make sure they have stocks of necessities to last through the long
French weekend.
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