1731. Feel the Burn in LA Bourgui
June 14, 2017
Summer holidays are supposed to be relaxing, right? Wrong! For those who love nothing more than putting themselves to the test, there is only one destination this summer. In Les Menuires, sports enthusiasts can find the physical challenge of a life time. Every July the La Bourgui timed cycling race ...
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1732. The History of Grape Stomping
June 14, 2017
For parents, the problem of choosing a holiday destination to keep the entire family happy as well as creating a positive and meaningful experience for children is very real. The Italian region of Tuscany is a perennial favourite with families and, while all that sun and an endless supply of pizza a...
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1733. Raphael in Florence
June 14, 2017
While many may not have heard of Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, Raphael (as he was known) is a name altogether more familiar. The prolific painter and architect, who was born and raised in a small hilltop town, went on to become one of the most influential and revered of all the great High Renaissance ...
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1734. Hiking in Tuscany
June 14, 2017
The sunburnt terrain of Tuscany lends itself perfectly to gentle, leisurely hiking and there are countless well-maintained routes that weave and wend their way across the rolling landscape that defines the region. Few places in the world are more iconic to put foot to soil, and there's no better way...
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1735. Cycling in Tuscany
June 14, 2017
For those who like to get a little energetic while on holiday, there are few places in the world more rewarding to explore on two wheels than Tuscany. Tour the rolling countryside in the saddle of a comfortable bike and you'll experience first-hand the exhilaration and freedom only cycling can bring...
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1736. Florence and the Birth of the Renaissance
June 14, 2017
The Tuscan city of Florence is renowned as the birthplace of the Renaissance. It was from this beautiful city on the banks of the River Arno that many of the 15th century Early Italian Renaissance artists rose to prominence.
For anyone who wants to gain a deeper insight into this historical ...
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1737. Get Your Golf On in La Tania
June 13, 2017
So, the ski season is over and you’re wondering what to do with your summer. In La Tania there is a whole host of outdoor activities which are perfect for a boys’ summer holiday, and high on your list of things to do should be golf. Swap the skis for the clubs and soak in the amazing views of the Fr...
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1738. Summer Skyrunning: Face Up to the Face de Bellevarde
June 13, 2017
The explosive sport of skyrunning, where runners pit themselves against mountain trails at altitudes of over 2000m, is a true test of mettle. Run by the International Skyrunning Federation (ISF), skyrunning began as a competitive sport in Italy in 1994 and in only a few years has attracted legions o...
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1739. MTB Magic in Chamonix
June 13, 2017
The ski resort of Chamonix, right in the heart of the French Alps, is not just a one-trick pony – come the summer holiday, chalets across town will be packed with mountain bikers gearing up to take on the multitude of trails in the area. With so many to choose from, save yourself some time with my p...
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1740. The World's Best Places to Travel to in September
June 13, 2017
Ah, those lucky few without children in school! If you are in this fortunate bracket, September is the ideal month to jet off somewhere special. The sun is still shining, flights are cheaper, and everywhere is calmer and quieter now most travellers are back home.
But where to go? There’s so...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
