1121. Not Gone to Narbonne? Here's What You're Missing
January 16, 2018
Narbonne is a beautiful city in Southern France which sits on the Canal de la Robine. Its stunning location, fascination history and vast cultural heritage make for a lovely stop-off point while on a French barge cruise.
The City’s History and Heritage
Located a few miles inland from...
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1122. Make the Most of Minerve on Your French Barge Cruise
January 16, 2018
As a French barge cruise travelling down the Canal du Midi often stops off in the stunning historical town of Minerve, there are a few interesting features you might want to know concerning its history, culture and heritage.
About Minerve and its Periphery
Set in the Languedoc-Roussi...
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1123. Drink up the History (and the Wine) of the Château de Perdiguier
January 16, 2018
Anyone who wants to do more than just taste the wines of the famous Languedoc region, who really wants to understand the terroir and environment from which they come, should consider a leisurely tour of the region by barge cruise. France, with its vast rolling landscapes given over to agriculture an...
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1124. Discover the History of the Moors on a Tour of Spain and Morocco
January 16, 2018
Famous for their thirst for scientific knowledge, rich cultural identity and stunning architecture, the Moors’ influence on Europe and European thinking is not in doubt. But to truly understand the impact that this civilisation had on Southern Europe, take an escorted tour of Andalucía and Morocco. ...
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1125. Skiing for Experts - A Guide to the Best Resorts
January 16, 2018
Expert skiers travel around the world in search of the steepest and scariest slopes. It’s an obsession for some, an unquenchable desire for others. Finding a resort that will truly push your skills to the limit is the first step on this journey and the most important. After all, it’s an expensive ho...
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1126. Hiking and Biking the Tahoe Rim Trail
January 15, 2018
The Tahoe Rim Trail is one of North America’s most breathtaking wildernesses. Winding its way 165 miles around Lake Tahoe on the border of California and Nevada, this is one of the most challenging journeys for any adventurer. Passing through the Desolation Wilderness, the Granite Chief Wilderness a...
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1127. Experience a New Way to Dive with Liveaboard Diving
January 15, 2018
Diving holidays are without doubt the best way to see marine life in its natural habitat. Whether you are exploring coral reefs, shipwrecks or simply taking a dive in the open ocean, there is nothing like a journey into this magical world under the sea.
Liveaboard Perks
Traditional s...
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1128. Cassie De Pecol's Globetrotting Adventure
January 15, 2018
Cassie De Pecol’s story is one of bravery and exploration. One day, sat by her desk at her boring job, Cassie was dreaming of travelling the world. She planned out a route covering every single sovereign nation in a round-the-world trip. Proving too good an idea to pass up, Cassie quit her job and s...
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1129. Love & Leisure in La Plagne: A Valentine's Day to Remember
January 11, 2018
There’s not much that is more romantic than huddling together next to a roaring log fire with a view over snow-capped mountains and snow-dusted pine trees. So if you’re looking for something extra special to do this Valentine’s Day, why not jet off to one of France’s best-loved ski resorts? La Plagn...
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1130. Cheap and Chilly Family Fun: Igloo-Building in La Plagne
January 11, 2018
Up above the fantastic family ski resort of La Plagne (just three hours from the airport with Shuttle Direct’s Geneva Airport ski transfers) is a snowy delight for kids of all ages: a village made entirely of ice. The Blacksheep’s Igloo Village has its own icy restaurant, as well as private rooms if...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
