Catania Shore Excursions
The port city of Catania lies in the shadow of Mount Etna on the east coast of Sicily. Standing at more than 3300m, Etna is Europe’s largest and most active volcano which continues to erupt several times per year. Its…
Ancona Shore Excursions
The city of Ancona on Italy’s north-east coast was originally settled by the Greeks as far back as 387 BC. Its role as an important seaport on the Adriatic was secured centuries later when the Roman Emperor Trajan developed its…
Kickin’ it in Kitzbühel During the Hahnenkamm Race Weekend
If making New Year’s resolutions is your thing, then a ski break to Kitzbühel in January has to be your number 1 priority. Why, I hear you ask? Just the small matter of the legendary Hahnenkamm Race, the highlight of…
7 European Cities to Enjoy in the Snow
No matter if you’re looking for an adventurous, romantic, lazy or educational getaway, you never have to look far in Europe. From world-class dining to untamed nature, our continent’s huge variety of sights, sounds and flavours never fail to enthral…
Choose Les Carroz for Your Next Family Ski Break
The Savoyard ski resort of Les Carroz has attracted skiers for years on account of its superb facilities and setting in a pretty, traditional French village. It’s a short drive away from Geneva Airport, so there’s no long slog ahead…
A Family Holiday in Stalis, Crete
Stalis is located on the coast of family-friendly Crete near the town of Heraklion. As it is the quieter of the three main resorts in Crete, it is very popular among British holidaymakers. Its lovely beachfront boasts sandy shores and…
24 Hours in Montreux
Montreux is a quaint town snuggled between Lake Geneva’s shores and the snow-covered Swiss Alps. Famous for its brilliant Jazz Festival, it attracts over 200,000 visitors in the first two weeks of July alone. For the rest of the year,…
Start Planning Your Summer Sizzler on Star Beach in Hersonissos
As the days get shorter, the temperature begins to drop down to single figures and January exams loom, why not give yourself something to look forward to by booking your summer getaway now? There’s nothing like a light at the…
Go the Distance: Cross Country Skiing in Seefeld in Tirol
If you and your family are looking for a slightly different winter sports challenge this year, but can’t bear to give up the fresh air and stunning Alpine views of previous ski holidays, then you should seriously consider cross country…
’Sno Laughing Matter: the Cortina Snow Run
If you adore the stunning Alpine setting of Europe’s ski resorts but want a new challenge that doesn’t involve skis, then why not try the Cortina Snow Run. This 17km night time run – held on 25 February next year…
European Christmas Cuisines, Part 4: Denmark
The Danes have a word – hygge – that describes “a feeling or moment, whether alone or with friends, at home or out, ordinary or extraordinary as cosy, charming or special”. Although a range of situations and sentiments may be…
Exploring Hintertux: Family Fun that’s Second to None!
The Hintertux Glacier is a family-friendly ski resort in Austria that offers a terrific all-round experience. The snow-covered resort boasts a wide range of fun-filled and adrenaline-fuelled activities that are suitable for all ages. In fact, the resort won the…
European Christmas Cuisines, Part 3: France
No trip to France would be complete without a degustation of its fabulous gastronomy – it is, after all, the home of haute cuisine. There’s no better time to sample some delicious French fare than Christmas, when delicacies from the…
