A Tasty Weekend in The Alps: Courchevel
Booking a weekend getaway to Courchevel? Here are the places to look out for if you’re feeling peckish on the pistes.
Le Havre (Paris) Shore Excursions
Overlooking the English Channel on the west coast of France, Le Havre has become a popular port of call for cruise ships since the marketing people branded it the "Gateway to Paris". In spite of the 200km drive to the…
Val Thorens: A Ski Resort for Party Lovers
Val Thorens is the highest ski resort in Europe. Its brilliant snow cover ensures amazing skiing throughout the season making it the ideal destination for adrenaline seekers and powder hounds. The resort’s range of terrain means that mixed ability groups…
Summer in Morzine: Activities for Nature Lovers
Though the Alpine town of Morzine is best known as a ski resort, its stunning scenic location makes it a brilliant year-round destination. In the summer months, nature lovers flock to the town to explore the mountainous region on foot,…
5 Days in La Clusaz: Making the Most of the Resort
Sadly, many of the lovely villages in the Alps are written off by some people as wholly devoted to skiing. If you are like me and look for holidays with a little culture thrown in, you might be put off…
A Luxurious Couples Retreat in Historical Megève
In the south-eastern French Alps lies the stunning ski-resort village of Megève. Though mostly recognised for its ski-scene, the village is remarkably abundant with historical treasures and has an intriguing heritage. Amidst the medieval cobbled streets you can find alpine…
Love Courchevel: A Luxury Resort for Ski-Savvy Families
For a luxury skiing holiday with the family, Courchevel is the ideal resort. Set in the stunning French Alps, this world-class resort provides intermediate skiers with wide, well-groomed pistes and modern ski lifts, making sure no part of the area…
Families in Flaine: Activities On and Off the Slopes
If you’re looking for somewhere a little different to take the kids, why not head to the French Alps? For families, I can particularly recommend the beautiful ski destination of Flaine in the Haute Savoie region. This charming area has…
Val d’Isere for Adrenaline Junkies: Thrills On and Off the Slopes
There’s a reason why most of us Brits find ourselves on the sensational slopes of Val d’Isere when we’re in need of a winter sports hit. The world-renowned resort is, without a doubt, the top destination in Europe offering quality…
Chamonix for Families: Why Kids Will Love this Resort
For seasoned skiers, the resort town of Chamonix is legendary. Home to the magnificent Mont Blanc – Europe’s highest mountain peak – and the setting for the very first Winter Olympics in 1924, the winter wonderland has attracted the world’s best…
Creating the Crepe: Where Did This Popular Pancake Come From?
The crepe is a widely-known dish similar to a pancake and traditionally made from wheat flour, eggs and milk. The thin treat is enjoyed as a sweet or savoury snack all over the world, but where did it originate?
Viva la Vegetarian! The Best Places in Europe for Meatless Eats
Vegetarianism is becoming an increasingly popular lifestyle choice, and there are several reasons as to why. It has been said to have many health benefits as well as to help reduce global warming. Although some countries are more veggie friendly…
Autumnal Eats: The Best Fall Foodie Festivals
If you’re travelling the world this autumn (or just consider yourself a cooking connoisseur), make sure you’re in the know about these fantastic foodie festivals that are happening throughout Europe. Immersing yourself in local culture and sampling traditional cuisine is…
