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Picture-Perfect French Alps Summer Holiday Destinations

April 24, 2024 pierce

Renowned as a popular holiday destination for winter sports, snow activities and outdoor pursuits, the Alps are best known for the thrills they provide keen skiers year after year. However, a few lucky travellers will already be familiar with how incredible a summer holiday in the Alps is. But, you might not consider visiting the French Alps outside the winter season. We’re here to change this! The Alps transform during the sunnier months, becoming the ultimate summer holiday destination –…

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Summer Activities in the Alps: Things to do on holiday

April 15, 2024 Anna

Summer holiday in the Alps? Yes, please! Although skiing and snowboarding are first to come to mind, with dramatic scenery, breathtaking landscapes, fresh air, crystal clear mountain lakes and bright-blue sky – summer in the Alps offers an unforgettable holiday experience. When the snow covers only the highest summits, and the warm weather kicks in, you can enjoy lots of fun summer activities in the Alps – from scenic hiking to adrenaline-pumping adventure parks! So, what is there to do? What’s Summer…

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A Travel Addict’s Handbook to the Swiss Alps in Summer

April 11, 2024 pierce

Who said mountains were only for winter? Contrary to popular opinion, the Alps make the perfect family-friendly summer holiday destination. Once keen skiers and snowboarders have finished tearing through the pistes for the year, the Alps transform, giving way to an exciting range of summer outdoor pursuits. Boasting many undiscovered hidden gems, there’s a lot on offer in the mountains all year round. Still unconvinced? Here’s a travel addict’s handbook to the Swiss Alps in summer. Lake Geneva Shared by France…

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BEST SKI RESORTS FOR LATE SEASON SKI HOLIDAYS

April 10, 2024 pierce

The end of the ski season can be a sombre time for skiing enthusiasts. However, the end of winter doesn’t have to spell the end of skiing. Plenty of European ski resorts offer amazing skiing conditions all the way through until May! With the added bonus of longer days and quieter slopes, an April ski holiday could be just what the doctor ordered. Not ready to give up the powder just yet? Here’s our guide to late season ski holidays with all…

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When Does the Ski Season End in Europe? And Why We Love It!

March 21, 2024 Xaver

It’s understandable to think that if you don’t make it to the slopes in the winter, you’ve missed your chance to ski that season. But, you’re wrong, the Alps has many amazing resorts for glacier skiing. Late season skiing has many perks. From lower prices to quieter slopes, the end of the season has a lot on offer. Contrary to popular belief, there are plenty of resorts open late into the year! They say the early bird catches the worm,…

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Tips for Renting Ski Equipment: Tips and Ski Size Chart

March 14, 2024 Anna

Buying your own ski equipment is quite an investment. If you’re not a frequent skier, renting ski equipment is a sensible and more financially-savvy decision. But, before you commit to any online ski rentals, familiarise yourself with how to size up for ski boots and skis. If you’re a first-timer, we’re hoping to make the process a little bit easier with our ski size chart, and some tips on how to choose the best boots and skis for yourself and…

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Learning to Ski at 40: Tips to Skiing Success

February 22, 2024 pierce

You can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Or can you? How hard is learning to ski at 40 onwards? While it’s no secret that learning new skills can get harder with age as we lose some of our adventurous spirit, not all is lost. Learning to ski at 40 is perfectly possible. All it takes is hard work, determination and a whole lot of courage. To help you on your journey to skiing success, here are some tips on…

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Best Easter Ski Resorts: Snow-Sure Easter Ski Holidays 2024

February 19, 2024 pierce

With the winter season almost behind us, it’s time to look ahead and start planning something exciting to look forward to. That’s why we’ve done the leg work to find the best Easter ski resorts for Easter ski holidays 2024.. Despite being late in the season, there are still plenty of ski resorts with good snow conditions over Easter. We’ve spotlighted some of the best, along with just some of the reasons that make Easter a surprisingly clever choice for…

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20+ Tips for Skiing with Kids: A Must for Family Skiing

February 7, 2024 Anna

Can you think of a better way to spend a winter break than hitting the slopes with your family? Imagine enjoying sunny days together in the mountains. Or maybe you’re planning a half-term trip? If an Alps escape is on the cards and you’re skiing with kids, planning and organisation is a must, whether it’s the first time skiing with your children, or the tenth. From packing and travelling, equipment and ski schools, stay tuned for some invaluable tips when…

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Best Ski Resorts Close to Munich Airport

January 23, 2024 pierce

Munich is internationally known for its beer, it hosts the world’s most famous beer festival – Oktoberfest – every year, and it is the birthplace of the much loved BMW vehicle. But, here’s one fact you probably didn’t know about the city; there are over 50(!!) Alps ski resorts within a 90 minutes drive of Munich International Airport. Impressive, right? Less than two hours from plane to piste opens you up to a world of skiing, thrilling winter sports, lively…

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