The French ski resort of La Plagne in the Paradiski area of the Alps will be unlike any other ski resort you’ve encountered before. This is because while it is referred to as a single resort, it is actually made up of 11 separate ‘villages’ each in different locations with direct access to different skiing.
Add an extra element of adventure to your ski holiday in Ischgl by undertaking the new ‘Smuggler’s Runs’ from Austria across the border into Switzerland. You can follow your progress and mark your checkpoints on the free app – those who complete any one of the three Smuggler’s Runs will be entered into a prize draw.
So you’ve got two days to experience all that Spain’s beautiful capital has to offer? Well, the good news is that with 48 hours you’ll be able to see and do enough in Madrid to feel like you’ve really got a sense of this beautiful, lively city.
It is hard to understand the lively, vibrant city of Seville in southern Spain without appreciating its relationship to food. The people of Seville have tied their food, and the time they spend eating it, into the social fabric of their lives, so that eating is as much a leisure activity in the city as drinking or meeting up with friends.
The resort of Les Deux Alpes may be one of France’s oldest ski resorts but it has long been a popular destination with young British skiers. One of the reasons for that is its excellent, lively après ski scene.
The centre of the Catholic church and residence of the pope, the Vatican is an independent sovereign state which lies wholly within the Italian city of Rome. An important pilgrimage destination for Catholics all over the world, its fascinating history and the craftsmanship which went into creating its beautiful buildings make it a captivating place for people of all faiths, and none, to visit.
Skiing is a great family holiday, particularly with older children who can get themselves up and into their ski gear unaided.
From the bustling modernity and culture of its capital cities, London, Cardiff, Belfast and Edinburgh, to its historic buildings and ancient woodlands and trails, the United Kingdom is a modern country built on a rich, complex history.
Arsenal, Chelsea, Fulham, Tottenham Hotspurs, to name but a few – the list of great London football clubs goes on and on, and that’s before you even consider the hallowed turf of Wembley Stadium. Perhaps that’s why more and more football fans are combining a trip to the UK capital with tours of some of its major football stadiums.
Nestled into the Alpine landscape of Austria’s Tyrol region, Innsbruck is everything you could hope for from an Austrian city. Its cobbled city centre streets, 500-year-old architecture and Gothic churches contribute to the city’s chocolate-box beauty. But look a little closer and you will find that startling modern art, cutting edge design and prize-winning contemporary architecture are also at the cultural heart of this fascinating city.
With its stunning historic buildings and rich cultural heritage, you may be forgiven for believing that Istanbul is a destination best suited to adults, but you’d be wrong. Turkey’s thriving, cosmopolitan city, Istanbul, has plenty to keep its younger visitors happy too. From theme parks and boat rides to one of the world’s largest aquariums, Istanbul is a great destination for families with young children.
Planning a holiday away with your teenage children is no easy feat. It’s not like the old days when a few colouring pens and a visit to a park or playground would satisfy them. The trouble with teens is that if they’re not enjoying themselves, they have a tendency to show it with sullen faces glued to a smart phone or tablets.
From the beauty of the Carpathian Mountains and the flat plains of the central and eastern regions to the chic glitziness of it Black Sea coast and Crimean Peninsula, Ukraine is an undiscovered treasure trove for western holidaymakers.
