1281. Courchevel: Snowy Surprises for 2017 - 2018
November 10, 2017
Crisp mountain air, the sun on your face, fresh snow at your feet… There’s nothing quite like a skiing holiday in the French Alps. With its huge network of pistes, buzzing après scene and wide range of accommodation options, the resort of Courchevel has something for everyone.
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1282. Your Guide to Barging the Canal Bianco
November 08, 2017
The rivers of Italy form an intrinsic part of the country's history, serving as vital trade routes for civilizations that encompassed the Etruscan and Istrian to the Roman and Renaissance. One of the better-known waterways is the Po River, the longest in the country. It follows a course of 405 miles...
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1283. Secrets of the Seine: A Cruiser's Guide
November 08, 2017
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 ...
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1284. For the Fearless: Via Ferrata in the Daring Dolomites
November 02, 2017
Safety harnesses, a network of steel cables, security ladders and climbing insurance are all necessary for you to be able to reach the summit. Even seasoned mountain climbers find these peaks challenging – and you’re going further yet! You’d better believe the panoramic, jaw-dropping views from the ...
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1285. How to Pack your Backpack like a Pro
November 02, 2017
Your adventure is fast approaching and you’re buzzing to get out there to conquer immense peaks and discover as many remote mountaintops, monuments and markets (which are normally seen only by local eyes!) as you can. You’ll only be able to make it there on your own two feet, with everything you nee...
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1286. Take a Leap Into the Unknown: 4 Exciting Bungee Jump Techniques!
November 02, 2017
For many, a bungee jump is a once-in-a-lifetime, adrenaline-filled activity that you’ll remember forever – and you’ll forever be able to tell people about your jump! There are many ways to skin a cat, and some of these bungee jump techniques will make your jump even more memorable. Whether you’re a ...
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1287. The Gnarliest Waves at Nazareé, Portugal: Not For the Faint-Hearted
November 02, 2017
The little Portuguese fishing village of Nazaré is a surfing hotspot during the summer months, but in winter only the real thrill-seekers stick around. One of these is undoubtedly Garrett McNamara, the big wave big boy from the US, who in 2011 broke the record for the biggest wave ever surfed — and ...
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1288. Underwater Shipwrecks: The Most Dramatic of Dive Sites
November 02, 2017
Whether you’re a seasoned diver or just starting out, there’s an undeniable romanticism and sense of adventure around wreck dives that you won’t be able to get elsewhere. The excitement builds while you’re in a speedboat zipping through the immense expanse of blue, wind whipping your hair and you in...
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1289. Ready for the Road: The World's Most Epic Motorcycling Routes
November 02, 2017
Is there anything quite like seeing the world glide by from behind your motorcycle helmet visor? Nothing but you, your buddies and the open road. The unbelievable rush of roaring along Route 66 at a tidy 75 mph beats a lazy beach holiday any day of the week.
For the ultimate rush of a roadt...
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1290. Feel the Thrill of a French Ryder Cup
November 01, 2017
A Ryder Cup on the Continent is a rare thing. The last time the United States and Europe tussled on European soil was in 1997 at Valderrama Golf Club in Spain. That edition was a nail-biter, with the home team narrowly coming through by a margin of 14½ to 13½. Next year, however, the event will retu...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
