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Skiing in France which are the best resorts and why? Here are our recommendations to help you choose the right ski holiday resort in France for your family or group.The skiing in France is very much all about the skiing so if you are more interested in the après-ski then you are probably better off going to Austria. But if you are looking for the best range of skiing in the world then you can’t beat France, which explains why so most European skiers choose France as their premiere ski destination.The best French ski resort for off piste is...

Monday, April 30, 2012


Beaches in Brittany, here we have asked our local Breton agent who lives in southern Brittany, to nominate his best five Brittany beaches.When you see the beaches which Philippe has selected that’s when you realize that there is nothing like good local knowledge, you don’t get that sort of information from guide books or newspapers. Its one of the reasons our selection of villas in Brittany is so good.First choice is the plage du sud de l’isle de groix which is the only convex stretch of beach in Europe, it forms an arc around the...

Tuesday, April 17, 2012


Golf courses in Costa Blanca north are featured here in our guide to golf links from Gandia to Alicante.The Oliva Nova course in Gandia was designed by the golfing legend Seve Ballesteros and it is rated as one of the best 18 holes courses on the Costa Blanca.In Denia there is another very good 18 holes links designed by another highly reputed Spanish golfer Jose Maria Olazabal at the Club de Golf La Sella Denia.The club de golf de Javea (Xabia) is a relatively small 9 holes course complemented by a couple of extra putting greens and a driving range...

Friday, April 13, 2012


Sicily sports and outdoor leisure, this is our guide to help you tune in to what’s on offer for families and couples alike, on holiday in Sicily.Golf in Sicily is hugely enjoyable and the island has six very good golf courses each with 18 holes. Of course the climate helps and Mount Etna is not a bad backdrop. Wind surfing in Sicily is readily available with most of the Lido clubs along the thousand kilometers of coastline ready to rent you a board. The wind conditions can be good too which is one of the reasons it’s included in the World...

Thursday, April 12, 2012


Mountain biking in Brittany is becoming increasingly popular with our clients who take a villa holiday in northern France.There is great variety in Brittany which is what makes it so interesting for cyclists, you have the coastal areas which are slightly flatter in Finistere in the south, the west coast dominated by high cliffs and in northern Brittany you have a rich mix including the beautiful pink granite areas.Inland Brittany offers verdant hills, long canals and rivers along with plenty of lakes many of which offer excellent cycling...

Tuesday, April 10, 2012


Colombier beach is a St Barts treasure, located way out on the far west of this Caribbean paradise.You could almost say that the plage du petit Colombier as the French speakers call it is a secret even hidden beach which is mainly due to its difficult access. Part of the St Barts Natural Marine Reserve area it is a haven of tranquility.There are two ways of getting to Colombier beach, the easiest and most popular is by boat and you can get a ride there on a catamaran from Gustavia harbour. Alternatively you can undertake the trek along the coastal path...

Friday, April 06, 2012


Dubrovnik a Croatia villa holiday attraction, which for many is perhaps the best known of Croatia’s historic ports.Today Dubrovnik is a beautiful place with superbly restored fortifications and old buildings lining a myriad of narrow streets which are so nice to brows around, it is clear why Dubrovnik is known as the jewel of the Adriatic. Take a short boat trip and you can admire the port even more from the sea.It is a town with an incredible history, some of it very recent, which you can enjoy discovering on a warm day. A walk along the city...

Thursday, April 05, 2012


Eat pray love in Bali is a book and film about the rejuvenation of a person for whom peace, yoga and the soothing charms of Bali were essential.The book was written by Elizabeth Gilbert. It is a memoir to which a number of mid 30’s ladies relate as a fair few have followed a similar path and many more contemplate its merits.A shattered life following a tough divorce left Gilbert devoid of energy and direction as well as diminished physically. She chose to head first to Italy, India and then on to Bali for a voyage of physical and mental healing...

Wednesday, April 04, 2012


The Douro valley is a Costa Verde attraction which draws many tourists who enjoy discovering the beautiful wine areas.There is no doubt the Douro valley is certainly one of the most spectacular wine areas you will ever come across. The high steep sides of the valley are cultivated in terraces which wind like contours around the hillsides to form very pretty, verdant ribbons.The river Duoro is big and tranquil having been tamed by a series of dams, so it now offers a picture of serenity to compliment the vineyards. Tourist enjoy visiting the area by car,...

Monday, April 02, 2012


Explore the Lasithi plateau on holiday in Crete and discover many beautiful sights and an authentic image of Crete.The plain of Lasithi is located inland between Helaklion and Aghios Nikoloas. Surrounded by mountains this isolated plateau is a fertile area at an altitude of 800 metres where temperatures are a good five degrees cooler than the coast.The Cretans have cultivated this area for centuries, the main crops being potatoes and corn. A classic image of the plain is that of the pretty white windmills which are to be found here and there in various...

Saturday, March 31, 2012


Camp Nou is a major attraction in Catalonia, attracting thousands of visitors even when its not match day.As Barcelona FC head once again towards a possible European Champions league trophy the mythic Catalonian football giant captures the imagination of more football fans around the world each day.Renowned for their fantastic brand of champagne football as well as their strong regional identity Barcelona is much more than just a football club. So its no surprise that many a young man, and girl, even parents use the opportunity whilst on a villa holiday...

Thursday, March 29, 2012


Gradara is a major attraction in Le Marche, in fact it is one the most popular places for day trippers to visit.Dominated by an imposing hilltop castle which dates back to the fourteenth century the battlements are to this day one of the principal landmarks of the Le Marche coast.The fortress which resides at the higher end of town, once through the main gates of the city, was once the fief of the Malatesta family for nearly two centuries. It was here that Francesca da Rimini and her lover Paolo were said to be murdered, an event immortalized by...

Monday, March 26, 2012


Medoc wine areas are reputedly the best in the world and you would be hard pressed to find a French person who would say otherwise.Wine like many things is a question of personal taste and really the Medoc is all about “big” red wines which are strong in flavour and above all improve vastly with age especially in a good year.For the experts there is little question that the Medoc is right out on top of the worlds best wines and prices of the best chateau vintages are a clear reflection of their ongoing prestige.Personally I think you need a...

Saturday, March 24, 2012


Balata Botanical Gardens in Martinique is a superb attraction where holiday makers can enjoy a unique experience in one of the most beautiful private gardens in the Caribbean.Located about 10 kilometres from Fort de France the Jardin de Balata covers and area of around 3 hectares overlooking the Pitons de Carbet. First established by a Frenchman, Jean-Philippe Thoze, a horticulturist, the garden first opened for visitors in 1986.Today there are around three thousand different species of exotic plants and over three hundred varieties of palm tree. A new...

Friday, March 23, 2012


 
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