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Romantic adventure holiday: 6 best extreme marriage proposals

Over the years I have experienced two of the best extreme marriage proposals. And neither involved myself! Both were complete strangers on a romantic adventure holiday getting down on one knee. In order to make popping the question more romantic and memorable people are going to extreme lengths. Why propose…

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Review of Solden snowboard holiday in Otztal: Fun Austrian snowboarding

Looking for a large varied ski area with great apres and reasonable prices? Fancy some fun Austrian snowboarding? Then this review of Solden snowboard holiday in Otztal is a must read! Annual guys trip For the last 15 years my friends and I have enjoyed an annual ‘lads’ snowboarding trip….

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Best solo ski trips: Including Christmas singles skiing holiday

The best solo ski trips offer lone travellers the chance to enjoy all the fun and excitement of a ski break. Looking to improve your technical ability, meet new people or have a blast on the slopes? This list – including a Christmas singles skiing holiday –- can help you…

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Review of Champoluc snowboarding holiday in Monterosa at CampZero

Looking for Italian charm combined with reasonable prices and a varied ski area with great off-piste? Then read this review of Champoluc snowboarding holiday in Monterosa at CampZero. Introducing Champoluc Based in the Aosta Valley, Champoluc is the largest town in the Monterosa ski area that also includes Gressoney and…

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Where to go on Austria skiing holidays: 10 best Austrian ski resorts

Never skied in Austria? You don’t know what you’re missing. But with over 400 ski resorts, the question is where to go on Austria skiing holidays? Well the 10 best Austrian ski resorts below are a good place to start. Why go on Austria skiing holidays? In Austria you can expect sweeping…

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Review of Damuls-Mellau snowboarding holiday in Bregenzerwald, Austria

I love to visit new and less well known ski areas. Not only can you escape the crowds but you often find a hidden gem. Read this review of Damuls-Mellau snowboarding holiday in Bregenzerwald, Austria to find out why you should plan a visit. Getting to Damuls We flew from…

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Top five star activity holidays: 8 best luxury adventures

Do you love adventure but also feel you deserve to be pampered during your holiday? Then five star activity holidays are definitely the way to go. This list of the best luxury adventures offers the perfect combination of superior accommodation and exciting sports. After all, when you’ve had a hard…

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Alpine French School review: Learn French on a ski holiday in Morzine

Want to improve your French? Fancy learning a new language? Love to ski or snowboard? Well you can now combine the two and learn French on a ski holiday in Morzine. Find how I got on with my 25 year out of date GCSE language skills in this Alpine French…

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Ultimate adventure stag weekend: 4 of the best extreme stag dos

Want to plan the ultimate adventure stag weekend? Need to arrange something incredible for your mate? Then check out 4 of the best extreme stag dos that we’ve selected for their adrenaline and novelty value – and don’t worry we won’t sent you BASE jumping! Ultimate adventure stag weekend Chances…

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Chamonix MTB holidays: Best mountain bike trails in Chamonix Mont Blanc

With great vertical, stunning views and many areas to ride Chamonix is a mountain bikers dream. But what are the best mountain bike trails in Chamonix Mont Blanc? Read this guide to Chamonix MTB holidays to find out. For many people Chamonix is the adventure capital of Europe. It is…

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10 toughest cycling climbs worldwide: Most challenging rides for cyclists

Looking for the most challenging rides for cyclists? Then check out the 10 toughest cycling climbs worldwide. There aren’t many better feelings on a bike than getting to the top a gruelling climb. That’s despite it feeling like searing hot pokers are being jammed into your thighs and a cruel giant…

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European wakeboarding holidays: 14 best wakeboard spots in Europe

So, what are the best wakeboard spots in Europe? It has been a hard task but we have compiled this AWE365 guide to the top 14 destinations for European wakeboarding holidays. Here goes… Best wakeboard spots in Europe Please remember as with any list you probably won’t agree with all…

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Bavarian summer adventures in Germany: Try rafting in Berchtesgaden

Looking for something a little different this summer? Then try rafting in Berchtesgaden. As Bavarian summer adventures in Germany go it’s up there with the best. For most people, the mention of the word ‘Alps’ usually conjures up images of valleys, forests and mountain peaks shrouded in a layer of…

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Guide to the best mountain biking in Aosta Valley: Alps MTB holidays in Italy

Planning a mountain biking adventure this summer? Then Alps MTB holidays in Italy may be what you are looking for. Read this guide to the best mountain biking in Aosta Valley. You’ll find out all about one of Europe’s most beautiful, varied and exciting MTB destinations. Alps MTB holidays in…

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Summer Alps adventure holidays in Italy: 17 best activities in Aosta Valley

Looking for a different holiday full of fun activities? Well summer Alps adventure holidays in Italy might be the answer. The best activities in Aosta Valley range from biking to hiking, kayaking to climbing and much more. Summer Alps adventure holidays in Italy Bordering both France and Switzerland the Aosta…

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Guide to Germany trekking holidays: 7 of the best German treks

Germany is perhaps not the first place you think of for a trekking trip. But as you’ll see in this guide to Germany trekking holidays there is a lot of great trails and huge variety. We pick 7 of the best German treks to illustrate this point. Guide to Germany trekking holidays…

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Review of Avoriaz snowboarding holiday in Portes Du Soleil

As one of the first European ski resorts to embrace snowboarding, Avoriaz has a place close to many snowboarders hearts. In this review of Avoriaz snowboarding holiday in Portes Du Soleil I will look at the various elements that mean Avoriaz should be on every snowboarders list. I have visited…

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Review of Les Gets snowboarding in Portes Du Soleil

It is not often that I write about a ski area without actually staying there. But this review of Les Gets snowboarding in Portes Du Soleil was conducted over two day trips from Geneva. Staying at a friends in central Geneva it took an hour to reach Les Gets. There…

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9 best French mountain biking tours: Multi-day MTB routes in France

Looking for epic off-road rides? Then multi-day MTB routes in France are hard to beat. From the Pyrenees to the Alps the options are endless. Lucky for you we’ve pulled together the 9 best French mountain biking tours! Multi-day MTB routes in France France is known for thee things: great…

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Paragliding in Croatia: Guide to Split paraglide holidays

Ever considered whether you can go paragliding in Croatia? Well then check out this guide to Split paraglide holidays as it is a good base for a vacation with plenty of flying opportunities nearby. Paragliding in Croatia Croatia is gathering an ever-better reputation as a Mediterranean holiday destination. The city…

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Review of More Mountain ski holidays in Morzine: Laid back luxury!

Looking for some laid back luxury on your next skiing or snowboarding trip? Then check out this review of More Mountain ski holidays in Morzine as it could be just what you are looking for. I stayed in More Mountain’s Chalet Robin for a week in January. It was during…

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10 best treks in Europe: Top European trekking holidays

Are you an avid hiker and fan of European trekking holidays? Then you’ve probably spent some time wondering which are the best treks in Europe. Well, wonder no more. Without having tried them all yourself, it makes sense to get an expert opinion. And that’s exactly what we got for…

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Review of Snowparking: More Mountain snowboard camp in Morzine

Want to take your snowboarding to the next level? Then get yourself on a More Mountain snowboard camp in Morzine. This review of Snowparking covers the instruction by REAL Snowboarding, what we got up to in the Portes du Soleil and the overall More Mountain experience. Who’s Snowparking for? This camp…

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Want cheap French skiing? Try small ski resorts in France

Cheap French skiing – an oxymoron or a possibility? Based on personal experience I have found that you can ski or snowboard at our nearest neighbours on a low budget. But you need to try small ski resorts in France to keep the costs down. I had always stuck to France’s…

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10 best freeride ski destinations worldwide: By a pro freerider

Who better to ask what are the best freeride ski destinations worldwide than an ex pro skier who competed on the freeride tours? Read on to find out the top spots to get your off piste and backcountry thrills according to extreme skier Rachel Findler. A few years ago Rachel was a…