Posted on: 05 January, 2018
Author: Lisa Jeeves
There’s plenty to see and do in Chamonix that doesn’t involve a pair of skis! Here are a few favourite attractions to fit in around hitting the slopes. Chamonix attracts visitors from all over the globe thanks to its charmingly scenic alpine town centre and great skiing. For those who look for something extra on their ski holidays, it also has plenty of culture and history to offer. The fact that getting from Geneva to Chamonix is so quick and easy, with transfers taking around one hour, is the cherry on top of the perfect ski holiday ‘sundae’! Aiguille du...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 05 January, 2018
Author: Lisa Jeeves
Val d’Isère is one of the best party resorts in The Alps with lots of top drinking spots. Book our ski transfers - Geneva to Val d’Isère for stress free travel. If you feel that a skiing holiday is just as much about partying under the stars than it is about shredding powder, Val d’Isère is the perfect resort for you. This is one of the better French resorts for après fun, providing a lively and friendly atmosphere that sweeps all across the town once the sun goes down. It is also easy to reach with one of Shuttle Direct’s...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 05 January, 2018
Author: Lisa Jeeves
This high speed craze combines the thrills of body surfing, tobogganing and downhill skiing. You’ll definitely need winter sports insurance for this! If you’ve enjoyed ski holidays in the past but are looking to up the excitement level, the new and extreme airboarding craze might be just what you’re looking for. Invented by a Swiss snowboarder, who was recovering from a snowboarding injury but didn’t want to give up adrenaline-fuelled fun, airboards hit the market about ten years ago. But the craze has only begun to take off properly in the last five years or so, becoming particularly popular in...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 05 January, 2018
Author: vikram kumar
Many visitors will know Kahului by booking a Maui car rental at Kahului airport (OCG). But apart from that, there are a lot of things that can attract the visitor’s time and money. So instead of... Many visitors will know Kahului by booking a Maui car rental at Kahului airport (OCG). But apart from that, there are a lot of things that can attract the visitor’s time and money. So instead of only knowing Kahului for booking a Maui car rental at Kahului airport (OCG) let us learn the other attractions that can also offer value to the visitors. Kahului...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 05 January, 2018
Author: Amit Upreti
Bhimtal Hotels are a prevalent whereabouts amongst keen bird watchers giving them an opportunity to explore the world.These Hotels provides access to various habitats and adaptations in the interior of a short distance. The covers of deciduous forests of Oak and Pine trees, river Kalsa are the quiescent spots for birds thereby provides you with a golden opportunity to capture the exotic experience of watching the indigenous species of birds and many other species of birds as well . Bhimtal is a scenic lake situated in the Nanital district. It is also known to be the lake district of Uttarakhand...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 05 January, 2018
Author: Lisa Jeeves
Now reserved for gentle barge holidays in France, the barge and Europe’s network of waterways were of supreme economic importance. Discover their history here. Though you may be a lover of barge holidays in France, how much do you actually know about the history of this mode of transportation? Although the waterways are now reserved for leisure activities, tourism and barge holidays, France once relied on the humble barge to maintain and grow its economy. In fact, for centuries canals and rivers were essential components of France’s trade network, linking the English Channel, the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea....
Continue ReadingPosted on: 05 January, 2018
Author: Diana Spencer
Here are several things to know about these Grand Canyon heli-copter tours. To start with, the trips that depart from the Las Vegas region go only to the Western Rim. The West Side is around 125 kilometers from Vegas and a helicopter can fly there in 45 minutes. The South Rim is far away, so if you wish to get there from Sin city, you'll desire a tour package deal combo that includes a bus ride or aircraft flight to the Southwest Rim. Helicopter tours of the Grand Canyon are quite popular among visitors to the South Rim or vacationers...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 05 January, 2018
Author: Lisa Jeeves
The combined resorts of the Three Valleys offer the largest skiable area in the world. With so many fantastic resorts, it’s difficult to choose where to stay! The Three Valleys is one of the best ski destinations in the world. Aptly named, the area spans three valleys in the Tarentaise, playing host to a whopping eight individual resorts. With over 200 lifts and around 600km of pistes to explore, the Three Valleys is hugely popular with visitors from all around the globe. Whether you’re a novice skier or a thrill-seeking expert, these resorts have something for you. But with so...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 13 November, 2017
Author: Lisa Jeeves
Wildlife holidays in Galapagos provide the perfect opportunity to discover some of the lesser known facts about the famously unique animal species. Most nature lovers who embark on wildlife holidays in Galapagos are familiar with the archipelago's most iconic wildlife species, which include the Giant Tortoise, the Lava Lizard, the Marine Iguana, the Galapagos Sea Lion and the Blue-Footed Booby. But while the wildlife has been studied and documented extensively, from Darwin's first forays to the scientists who actively work to ensure its conservation into modern times, there are also some lesser-known facts about these wonderfully unique species. For anyone...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 13 November, 2017
Author: Lisa Jeeves
For your next barge holiday in France, navigate the Canal de la Marne au Rhin to explore the lovely Alsace-Moselle countryside and Strasbourg’s charming history. For your next barge holiday in France, why not travel down the Canal de la Marne au Rhin and discover the wonders of Alsace-Lorraine. Its complex history has made it a beautiful crossroads of French and German culture, creating the iconic wooden-beamed houses, delicious Alsatian wines and even their very own dialect. There are a variety of landscapes to admire along the way too, including rolling vineyards, breathtaking mountains and historical cities. Length and Route...
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