Posted on: 05 January, 2018
Author: Lisa Jeeves
When choosing your Bermuda accommodation, make sure that you check out the culinary treats on offer in order to enjoy a truly fantastic gourmet experience. Of course, you come to Bermuda for its pink-sand beaches, warm, clear waters and blissful temperatures. But did you know that if you choose the right Bermuda accommodation, you’re also in for a gastronomic treat? This is because some of the leading luxury hotels on the island have gone to great lengths to ensure that their kitchens offer the kind of world-class cuisine that you would expect from the fine dining restaurants of Europe. Leading...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 05 January, 2018
Author: Lisa Jeeves
How about some cheese in Courchevel? Fulfil your fromage fantasies on the ultimate foodie getaway to fondue-filled Courchevel. Courchevel is a popular alpine ski destination, but this fantastic resort has more to it than meets the eye – it is also a paradise for foodies! Before you get anywhere near a pair of skis, why not try some of the sumptuous cuisine that Courchevel has to offer? If the seasoned and cured meats from alpine cattle are not enough to tempt your palate, then you could always try one of the lake fish dishes, such as char, trout, pike and...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 13 November, 2017
Author: Lisa Jeeves
Thanks to good flights and easy transfers from Geneva to Courchevel, the dream of waking up to snow-capped Alps on Christmas is closer than you think! Imagine waking up to a scene of snowy mountains and pine trees capped with a fresh dusting of snow on Christmas morning. Well, if you book a ski holiday to Courchevel for the festive period, this is exactly what you and your kids can expect! In addition to enjoying a perfect winter wonderland, you and your family will be able to enjoy many festive activities in the resort, ranging from fantastic French-cooked Christmas dinners...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 13 November, 2017
Author: Diana Spencer
Once you start looking at the various airplane tours, you'll see two basic choices, and one of them is the aerial tour that flies over the encolure and then circles back again to the beginning point. The other option is a landing tour, and these only depart from Algunas Vegas, nonetheless they can travel to either one of the edges. A Grand Canyon aerial tour is a fun and relaxing vacation outing, but even better, it's an experience you'll never forget. When you see the massive and ancient chasm from above, you'll be awed by its beauty and grandeur. You...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 13 November, 2017
Author: Lisa Jeeves
Musilac Mont-Blanc, which will take place in April 2018, is expected to be one of the best and biggest music festivals in Chamonix. Why not join the fun? If you’re planning a ski holiday to Chamonix with a group of mates and can’t decide when to go, my advice would be to wait until April 2018. That way, you can participate in Musilac Mont-Blanc 2018, the ultimate party on the mountain! This new spring festival is expected to become one of the biggest annual music events in Chamonix. What to Expect Musilac is already famous in Aix-les-Bains, where it is...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 13 November, 2017
Author: Pihu Rathor
Abu Dhabi is the capital city of United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the second largest in the country after Dubai. The city was initially a simple fishing village and home to the Bani nomadic tribe until the discovery of oil transformed it into one of the most bustling cities of the world. The city is known for its grandeur and spectacular sights and must feature in your itinerary if you are planning to visit this beautiful country. When in Abu Dhabi, you are actually spoilt for choice when it comes to activities and sight-seeing around you. There is tons of...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 13 November, 2017
Author: Lisa Jeeves
A leisurely barge holiday in France is the most enjoyable way to unlock the many fascinating cultural and historical secrets of the famous River Seine. The renowned River Seine curves its way elegantly through the French countryside, slicing Paris down the middle before joining the English Channel at Le Havre. As the second longest river in the country (after the Loire), it has been the conduit for centuries of historical events, the challenge for inspirational feats of engineering and muse for many a creative soul. Today, the river can be explored on a modern-day barge holiday in France. It can...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 13 November, 2017
Author: Lisa Jeeves
Anyone planning a wildlife cruise in Galapagos should understand the valuable conservation role of the Charles Darwin Foundation. The Galapagos Islands have become a highly aspirational destination for wildlife lovers and those interested in the history and geology of our planet. Thousands of visitors arrive every year to embark on a wildlife cruise in Galapagos, for the opportunity to encounter the unique species of flora and fauna for which it has become famous. There are few places more important than this remote archipelago in terms of evolutionary biology. It is here that British naturalist Charles Darwin arrived in 1835 (as...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 13 November, 2017
Author: Lisa Jeeves
Now an important route for barge holidays in France, the Canal du Nivernais was originally constructed as a feeder waterway to transport firewood to Paris. Amongst the beautiful inland waterways of France, the Canal du Nivernais offers a scenic cruising route through the bucolic, history-laden landscape of Burgundy. Originally created as a feeder waterway along which to float firewood, today it has a very different incarnation as a popular route for the new breed of barge holidays in France. A Working Waterway The 174km-long Canal du Nivernais serves as part of the wider Bourbonnais and Bourgogne link between Paris and...
Continue ReadingPosted on: 13 November, 2017
Author: Lisa Jeeves
This elegant Italian resort plays host to food festivals and is home to excellent fine-dining, making it well worth the journey from Geneva to Courmayeur. The Italian ski resort of Courmayeur has a rich tradition of fine-dining and gastronomy. It is a culture which the town is proud to celebrate in events throughout the year, including a range of food festivals highlighting everything from traditional local fare to international haute cuisine. A Destination for Some of the World’s Top Chefs It is this history of excellent food which has attracted many of the world’s leading chefs to the resort over...
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