Norway’s got a bit of a tough man reputation about it. Everyone’s huge, bearded and they consume beers by the flagon, right? You’d expect nothing less from this ancient Nordic country that shares the same latitude as Alaska, Iceland and the far north of Siberia. Well essentially, the beards and the flagons only come out […]
64,668,129. That’s how many people live in France today. It’s a population roughly equal to England’s. And though our two cultures have shared a similar thread, and a tumultuous history, there’s plenty to distinguish this great nation. Let’s explore: 1) It has a historical legacy France was a major stage in the rise and fall […]
Famed for its orange groves and tasty national rice and seafood based dish, paella, the Valencia region is great for those who like good food. Valencia is also the third largest city in Spain, and in the city and surrounding areas is packed with culture, nature and history. Let’s take a look at eight reasons you should […]
Welcome to Part 3 of our Beginner’s Guide to Cross-Country Skiing. Alessia Francini-Beaumont, our resident cross-country skiing instructor, has given you a general overview of the winter sport and taught you about the best techniques, now you will find out what to pack – from equipment to clothing. This is the final part of her guide, so happy skiing […]
February 2017 is probably going to be a month of change for you. The motivation for your new year’s resolution will have slowly but inevitably decayed into nothing, and maybe you’ll be taking your last step into Europe as an EU citizen. One thing remains constant though: the cold. The gigantic claw of old Mother […]
You’ll be hard-pressed to find an object that isn’t immediately enhanced by having the word ‘Madeira’ before it. Madeira cake is delectable, Madeira wine is outstanding, and Portugal’s Madeira islands are a treasure trove of wonderful sights. Here are five reasons why your flight ticket should feature the word ‘Madeira’ this winter. 1. Monte Palace […]
Cross-country skiing trails take you away from the busy main ski pistes and lift queues you get caught up in when downhill skiing, and give you a different perspective of the surrounding countryside and mountains. You will probably have read Part 1, where Alessia Francini-Beaumont, our resident cross-country skiing instructor, answered some common questions about the […]
Let’s cut through the confusion and show you these in clarity… Choosing a holiday is always a big decision. In fact, a study in 2014 said Britons spend over 30 hours choosing the right one. So it’s likely we’ve caught you somewhere along this part of your journey. If that’s right, we’re here to help you […]
