It was for the first time this year, at the ripe old age of 37, that I finally tried my hand at skiing. Ok, well that’s not strictly true, I had once tried skiing as part of a school trip aged 11, but had such a horrific experience ploughing into and essentially mowing down […]
Category Archives: FRANCE
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Oct
Oct
I went skiing in Morzine and I liked it! An adapted song lyric that I heard ringing around this French ski resort more than once, this Morzine mantra mostly seemed to emanate from the infamous Folie Douce – a bar notorious for its bench dancing, champagne cheering, cheesy pop fun brilliance. And, in a […]
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Oct
Oct
It’s a well-known skiing resort, in fact I’d argue it’s one of France’s best (learn why here), but did you know Morzine in the Alps is also an amazing spot to visit in the summer months? Awash with beautiful biking trails, alpine scenery, hiking opps and some pretty exceptional French charm thrown in for good […]
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Oct
Oct
Planning on heading for a ski break in the beautiful French Alps resort of Morzine? Great shout! This incredible ski in / ski out is 100% vehicle free and offers one of the largest number of runs for skiers of all levels. But how to get to Morzine? Well, spoiler alert, if you didn’t […]
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Oct
Oct
I’m going to keep it tight and to the point here – if you’re looking for the best hotel in Morzine, look no further! Whether you plan to ski in the winter, cycle in the summer, travel with your family, go it alone, stay in a cosy room or rent out an entire chalet, […]
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Mar
Mar
The dreamy area of the Alsace in France is a camper’s paradise. Filled with historic villages, wonderful vineyards, plenty of delightful rural scenery and lots of cycling opportunities, this is the ideal spot to settle in and enjoy France at her best. Located near to the German, and with Belgium, Luxembourg, and Switzerland also […]
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Feb
Feb
Home to beautiful wine tasting experiences, quaint Medieval villages, brightly-coloured half-timbered homes and stunning French scenery, there’s no question the Alsace area, in the Grand-Est region of France, takes some beating. There’s so much to do and see here, not to mention eat and drink, that you really should allow at least 5 days […]
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Feb
Feb
Set over in the very east of France, the beautiful Alsace region is one of the spots in this country you have to go to. I repeat HAVE to go to! Offering incredible Medieval villages that look like something out of a fairytale, combined with some of the country’s best vineyards, stunning countryside views, […]
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Dec
Dec
Well congratulations. because if you’re looking how to travel from Strasbourg to Colmar, it’s likely you’re planning to visit one of France’s most amazing regions, so well done! Yes if you hadn’t guessed from this opening sentence, there’s no question that the Alsace is one of my favourite regions in France thanks to its […]
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Sep
Sep
Strasbourg Cathedral has to be one of the most striking cathedrals in France. And if you know France, that’s quite the claim! Set in a stunning historic city, full of riverside charm and tourist potential a-go-go, this Gothic beauty is one of those bucket list French icons you have to visit! Plus the beauty […]