Whenever a family is searching for a fun and adventurous destination for their summer holiday, I always like to recommend Aquitaine, France. There are dozens of excellent activities to try, all...

Set up by the non-profit NGO organisation, JCF (Jaguar Conservation Fund), the Araguaia Jaguar Corridor Project is an ambitious initiative designed to work as part of a holistic conservation plan to...

Switzerland is renowned for its unbeatable alpine skiing areas visited by people all over the world. With the country’s happy attitude, fresh mountain air and exceptional skiing conditions...

A jet of water hits your face, icy cold from the snow melt. You clear your eyes just in time to see yourself tipping down into another wave that rises above your head and then crashes around you. You...

If this is the year you plan on taking your ski technique to the next level, why not try one of the most exciting winter sports on offer? Ski jumping! Before you glaze over and think "no thanks, not...

Europe is famous the world over for its rich and varied gastronomic traditions. From the very best of sophisticated fine dining to delicious local, rustic cuisines made with fresh, seasonal...

Although travelling to and from the airport may not be the most exciting part of your ski trip, the Autoroute Blanche (A40) is by far one of the most scenic and interesting drives out there, as you...

Chamonix: think stunning mountainsides, beautiful clear skies and – of course – exceptional skiing! Before you jet off to this alpine paradise, read on to find out which area is right for your level...

The first, and probably the most important thing you need to know about skiing in Les Menuires is that the resort lies right at the heart of the extensive Three Valleys ski area. This gives skiers...

When you’re skiing in Les Menuires with the whole family, there’s plenty of laughter and challenges to be had at the resort’s dedicated fun zones. These are 6 of my personal favourites.1. Roc ‘n Bob...

Most keen skiers have heard of, and many skied, the vast Three Valleys ski area, but not many are aware that much of the famous ski region is actually located within the Vanoise National...

If you’re the kind of skiers who have booked a Three Valleys chalet, hired your skis and know exactly what you’ll be doing for the duration of your ski holiday, then why not challenge yourself this...

Barge enthusiasts cannot help but be drawn in by the siren song of the Venetian waterways. For those who love life afloat, this romantic city offers tradition and culture galore along its aquamarine...

A barging holiday in the Bordeaux region of France presents the perfect way to enjoy the area from a unique and very relaxed perspective. Combine the luxury elements of a floating hotel and the...

Barge holidays offer the ideal platform from which to discover the wines of different regions in Europe. Wine tours on the water are relaxed and provide everyone on board with the opportunity to take...