Thankfully, fires in hotels and chalets in ski resorts are very rare in Europe. This doesn’t mean that we should be complacent! It is important that proprietors and guests have a good knowledge of fire safety procedures. These are our ski holiday fire safety tips. European fire safety regulations All…
When booking this Montafon ski holiday in Austria I was looking for varied slopes, good off-piste, lovely accommodation and lively apres. Read this review of Lowen Hotel in Schruns to find out whether it ticked all the boxes. Getting to Montafon During this Montafon ski holiday in Austria we stayed at the lovely Four…
Wildlife walking holidays give you the opportunity to see some of nature’s greatest creatures up close and under your own steam. Want to hike somewhere impressive and see interesting flora and fauna? Then check out the best trekking safaris worldwide. Wildlife walking holidays The traditional safari involves driving to your destination, looking…
The best British ski areas are all found in Scotland, with five resorts in the Highlands. In this guide to skiing in Scotland we will run through these ski areas and their quirky characteristics. Best British ski areas There is skiing available throughout Britain, however the vast majority is on dry ski slopes…
In January I had a couple of days to kill in Innsbruck, Austria. We planned to head up Nordkette to conduct a review of Innsbruck snowboarding, but it was closed due to too much snow. Instead we checked out the snowboarding in Patscherkofel ski resort, where we enjoyed waist deep powder! Arriving in Innsbruck Most…
I was looking for four things when booking the lads snowboarding trip: lots of varied slopes, plenty of off-piste, good accommodation and fun apres. I found all four during this review of Montafon snowboarding holiday in Schruns, Austria. Introducing Montafon Located in Vorarlberg, the westernmost region of Austria, Montafon isn’t exactly a household name…
If you’re looking for the best UK family adventures, then you can find them in every corner of the country. From British activity holidays with kids in Scotland to exhilarating family fun in southern Cornwall. There are countless opportunities across the UK to spend some exciting and quality time together….
The Cape Verde Islands are a collection of relaxed, tropical islands in the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of north-western Africa. With a mix of Portuguese and African culture, warm weather, white sandy beaches and plenty of wind the Cape Verde Islands are a windsurfing haven. But what are the best Cape Verde…
For some couples, lying on a beach-towel all week rubbing sun-cream into each other’s backs is not their idea of fun. If you prefer romantic activity breaks check out the best couples adventure holidays below. If you’re an active couple with a love for sports, don’t just book a beach holiday. It’s OK to go to…
Since when did the over 50s adventure holidays become a thing? Well, even if sprightly youngsters think they don’t, trust me, they do! So we’ve decided to pull together the best adventures for an older crowd. There’s a whole generation of walkers, climbers, mountaineers and all-round adventurers leading the way. And an exceptionally fit group…
Fabulous food, friendly people, stunning mountains and great snowboarding across a vast area, pretty much describes the Dolomiti Superski area. Want more detail? Then check out this review of Dolomites snowboarding holiday in Val Gardena. I first visited Val Gardena in 2013 and stayed in a chalet in Selva, which along with the…
Looking for the hardest climbs worldwide? From near-vertical granite walls and icy ascents, to contorted sandstone spires, bolted volcanic domes and hanging limestone crags. Every climber will have an opinion on the best rock climbing locations, but surely the toughest climbs are more set in stone? The hardest climbs worldwide Plucking out…
Ever considered Spanish scuba diving holidays? It may not be the most obvious choice, but the 5 best dive sites in Spain rival anything in Europe. Overall Spain offers a wonderful array of dive options all round its coastal areas. Spanish scuba diving holidays Flanked by the Atlantic Ocean, Cantabrian Sea and…
Last season I headed to the Three Valleys for the first time in over a decade. I was there to visit Les Menuires which is below Val Thorens one valley over from Meribel. In this Les Menuires snowboarding review I will give three reasons why I would like to return: friendliness, freeride and the Three…
Some might say adventurous honeymoons are something of an oxymoron. But we frown upon those who don’t believe, as the best adventure honeymoon can be the perfect mix of excitement, luxury and romance. Taking it easy isn’t every couples idea of romance. As the world of adventure sport expands, so increasing numbers of newlyweds…
All your friends coupled up? Can’t find a single travel chum to get away with from the nine-to-five daily grind? Fortunately, active breaks for single travel are fun, rewarding and fulfilling. With that in mind we’ve pulled together 11 of the best solo adventure holidays around. Active breaks for single travel Many…
When you’re planning a diving trip, European scuba diving holidays are probably not top of your list. But from wrecks and caves to coral-lined walls and outstanding marine life, there’s great diving to be found. But what are the best dive spots in Europe? European scuba diving holidays From the cold…
Fancy a road trip with plenty of adventures along the way? Then overland activity holidays could be just what you are looking for. To help you find that perfect trip we have pulled together this guide to the best road trips for adventure lovers. For this article we only considered actual roads, such…
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