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29th September 2009
Your search for the world’s best skiing may well end in the French alpine region of Les Trois Vallées. The area’s many popular ski resorts, located 630 km south of Paris, offer exceptional skiing in spectacular natural settings, and top facilities th... Read >
Author: wbdoyle15th June 2009
For the last twenty years the most popular skiing destination for European skiers has been France - and as skiing is an often repeated holiday it's no accident that one country gets a higher share of the ski holidays market than any other.
The French P... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer16th April 2009
Whether you’re looking for excitement or pampering, Thredbo (also known as Thredbo Village) certainly has something to fulfill your holiday wishes. From its adrenaline-rushing black diamond runs, the Cannonball and the Funnel, to the luxurious amenities... Read >
Author: Chris Alfreds10th March 2009
Who knew the “Silver State” could be so much fun? If you haven’t planned a second Nevada vacation because you’ve already been to Las Vegas, it’s time to start packing. There are hundreds of other attractions to tempt the most seasoned tourist.
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Author: Joe Laing 11th February 2009
First, start your day on the slopes. After all, Courchevel offers some of Europe's best skiing, and the hordes that come each ski season attest to such. Five resorts (Courchevel 1850, Courchevel 1650, Courchevel 1550, Courchevel Le Praz 1300 and La Tania)... Read >
Author: Robert Bell05th January 2009
One of the many features that distinguishes Meribel from other ski centers is its village landscape; skiing facilities and well-designed buildings offering accommodation are ingeniously integrated into the village atmosphere. This avoids the practice comm... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson28th December 2008
Les Trois Vallees (literally: The Three Valleys) is the most famous and largest ski area in the For example, Courchevel 1550 (the first) lies at 1550 meters; Courchevel 1850 lies a bit lower but is close. Courchevel is about five ski resorts in one and is... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson27th November 2008
The Alpe d'Huez is undoubtedly the most famous alpine skiing resort in France. Its lowest region is at 1,860 meters and the highest elevation is at 3,330 meters. A mountainous pasture in the central region of the French Alps cradles the new ski resort of ... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson26th November 2008
The ski region has four major ski resorts, the Claviere, the Cesana-Sansicario, the Sauze d'Oulx, and the Sestriere. The Claviere ski resort is ideal for families in which the parents are teaching the young ones how to ski.
Romantic couples that enjoy ... Read >
Author: edisonadam26th November 2008
The Val Rendena is a skiing region that is composed of various ski resorts, including the Adamello, the Dolomiti di Brenta, the Madonna di Campiglio, the Presanella, and the Pinzolo. The most famous of these ski resorts is the Madonna di Campiglio. But it... Read >
Author: edisonadam26th November 2008
The Val Rendena is a skiing region that is composed of various ski resorts, including the Adamello, the Dolomiti di Brenta, the Madonna di Campiglio, the Presanella, and the Pinzolo. The most famous of these ski resorts is the Madonna di Campiglio. But it... Read >
Author: edisonadam24th November 2008
The ski resorts of the Chablais – Portes du Soleil region can be classified into mountain resorts, valley resorts, and lake resorts. The mountain resorts include the Les Crosets, the Champéry, and the Torgon-Vionnaz. Some of the valley resorts are the ... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson24th November 2008
In fairy tales, the Snow Queen is a powerful character that travels the world and has a palace in a land supported by permafrost. She is not the Snow Queen who would be interested in winter holiday fun. Skiers rarely pay attention to her, but rather, they... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson02nd October 2008
The French Pyrenees contains many spectacular ski resorts. One notable resort is Bareges-La Mongie, which is the second oldest resort in the country. Once used as a military training base, this is the largest ski area in the French Pyrenees, featuring ove... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th September 2008
Bormio is indeed a microcosm of Europe. This new ski resort is Europe's snowy garden. Nestled in the midst of the Stelvio National Park, which is adjacent to the Swiss National Park, the new ski resort in Bormio provides the most breathtaking picturesque ... Read >
Author: Ben Dressen08th September 2008
If you are planning for a tour of European, why don't you consider the Aosta Valley region of northern Italy bordering France and Switzerland? Depending on your specific interests, this beautiful area could be your ideal vacation spot. You can get classic... Read >
Author: Levi Reiss04th September 2008
As the prices of land is increasing people from America and across the globe is buying vacant land or undeveloped Arizona land for sale. Because of expensive land prices and limited land, people from east, Midwest and west coast are moving their attention... Read >
Author: Mari milian21st June 2008
Courchevel is part of the Savoy department of France. It is actually five ski resorts in one. There are nearly 120 km of cross-country ski tracks and over 180 ski lifts-and one ski pass to ride them all. There's everything from four-star top-notch hotels ... Read >
Author: John Sern23rd May 2008
The Pyrenees Mountains are located across the border between France and Spain. Also on this border is the tiny principality of Andorra, as small country that's skiing crazy! With two prominent world class ski resorts, Andorra is an excellent place to es... Read >
Author: ski98729th April 2008
When exploring Mendoza after my Spanish course, I found out that the city is more than a wine capital as most seem to believe. Snowed peaks and slopes are marvelous for ski beginners as well as for professionals; you can combine your Spanish course with r... Read >
Author: EasyGO Languages14th March 2008
When was the last time you visited Canada? It is a large and very nice country indeed. A long time ago I had the chance to stay at Banff Springs Hotel. Nestled in the Canadian Rockies is a beautiful hotel that tourists from all over the world flock to. It... Read >
Author: Paul Zayer10th February 2008
In Britain, we don't get an abundance of either sun or snow, so it stands to reason we'll go elsewhere for it. Ski resorts are a popular holiday choice amongst the British, and while not as great a variety as there is with sunspots, there's still plenty o... Read >
Author: Jay Tillotson05th November 2007
A boost in the number of people flying into a new airport close to an established tourist destination will normally mean a jump in tourism - but when the established airport is nearly three hours away and the new one fifteen minutes it's almost bound to s... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th October 2007
Sixteenth smallest country in the world, Andorra has been transformed in the past forty years from a poor European country with no real economy to a vibrant independent State, sought after by the wealthy for her tax haven status, and skiers for her ski ru... Read >
Author: Roger Munns02nd October 2007
If you are looking for a tourist destination for your next European vacation, you should really consider the Aosta Valley region of northern Italy sitting on the French and Swiss borders. Depending on your particular interests, this beautiful area might b... Read >
Author: Levi Reiss21st May 2007
When most people think of Breckenridge they probably envision long winding ski runs with clean snow blanketing the mountains that surround the town. This is not too far from the truth. Breckenridge is one of this Nation's premier ski resorts and definitel... Read >
Author: M Shane17th November 2006
Warning: the following habit can be dangerous to your health, your family life, and your bank account. It can lead to prolonged periods of dissatisfaction with regular day-to-day existence, where the skies are bland shades of grey and everyone you meet i... Read >
Author: Devon OMalley15th November 2006
Known for its proximity to Yellowstone National Park, year-round activities, and a sense of peace unmatched by most other ski resorts, Big Sky in Montana is high on most savvy travelers' lists of places to visit at some time in their lives. Just utter the... Read >
Author: Caitlin Moore
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