2391. Chamonix: A Playground for Everyone's Inner Child
January 17, 2018
If you're looking for the best alpine destination to indulge your inner child then look no further than Chamonix. Despite its reputation as a winter playground for the rich and famous, Chamonix has a range of countless activities in which you can get involved throughout the year. You don't even need...
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2392. A Historical Resort: Chamonix
January 17, 2018
The elite ski resort of Chamonix has long been the haunt of the glamourous ski set. But if you think that Chamonix is all about its infamous après-ski scene and top notch boutiques – then think again. This alpine town has a few surprises in store for culture hungry skiers (and non-skiers too). If ...
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2393. The Canal du Midi's Fonserannes Locks
January 17, 2018
While many visitors are prepared for the beauty of the Languedoc-Roussillon countryside and the delicious food and wine they’ll taste on a barge cruise, France still has some awe-inspiring surprises up its sleeve for visitors to the Canal du Midi. Probably one of the most impressive of these is the ...
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2394. Tasting Languedoc: Oysters at Etang du Thau
January 17, 2018
The famous Languedoc region of southern France is one that is defined by water: by its proximity to the Mediterranean and the important trade link of the Canal du Midi which runs through its heart. For this reason, there is no better way to explore its stunning landscape than on a barge cruise. Fran...
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2395. 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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2396. 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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2397. 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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2398. 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 AndalucÃa and Morocco. ...
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2399. 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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2400. 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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Author: Laura Jeeves
