2861. Dining Out when Travelling from Lloret de Mar to Barcelona
April 27, 2016
If you’re taking a journey from Lloret de Mar to Barcelona and will be looking for a place to dine well, then some of the following tips might appeal to you.
Dining – Lunch
Catalonian lunches tend to be larger than those we’re used to in Northern Europe. Traditionally, they would als...
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2862. From Cavemen to Downhill Racers: The Real History of Skiing
April 27, 2016
While today we think of skiing as a fun-filled holiday with days full of action on the pistes and evenings spent enjoying warm, hearty food in cosy catered chalets, the history of skiing actually goes back to a time when it was simply a convenient way to get around.
The Origins of Skiing ...
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2863. To Telemark or Not to Telemark?
April 27, 2016
Even if you were not sure what they were doing, you will have seen Telemark skiers making their way gracefully down the slopes with the distinctive freedom of movement which comes from having their boots attached to the skis only at the toes.
The beauty of the Telemark skiing style is often...
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2864. Nordic Versus Alpine: Which is Best for You?
April 27, 2016
For most winter sports enthusiasts there is no better feeling than spending time amongst snow-covered mountains, with days spent outside, slipping across beautiful, white, powder snow and returning home at the end of the day to the comfort of your catered ski chalet, tired but invigorated. But befor...
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2865. It's All Uphill From Here: The Rise of Alpine Touring
April 27, 2016
Skiing holidays are a perfect blend of exercise and relaxation. You spend your days out on the mountain challenging yourself on the slopes and then return to your cosy catered chalet for a soak in a hot tub and a long, relaxing dinner. But for those looking to push themselves harder on the exercise ...
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2866. Ski to the Beat with These Slope-Friendly Headphones
April 27, 2016
Listening to music while you ski can be more than just a pleasure, the regular beat can actually help you create a rhythm with your turns making your skiing more fluent as a result. But there’s nothing more annoying than headphones which don’t fit comfortably under your helmet. This year why not inv...
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2867. Make Awesome Skiing Videos with These Gadgets
April 27, 2016
You know how frustrating it is, you’ve taken on a challenging run and completed it in glorious style but there’s no one there to see it! With the new generation of helmet cams you need never suffer again, simply film your triumphs and play them back later in the comfort of your catered ski chalet to...
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2868. 5 Top Places to Experience the Stunning Sunsets of Croatia
April 26, 2016
There are plenty of destinations that lay claim to having the most beautiful sunsets in the world – and, to be honest, when isn't a sunset a thing of beauty? In some parts of the world, however, the 'magic hour' (or, in reality, a magic 15 minutes or so) really does seem to be just that little bit m...
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2869. Ice Road Truckers
April 25, 2016
Ice Road Truckers first aired in the UK in 2007. It’s named for the “ice roads” - the huge, frozen-over lakes and rivers that hauliers must traverse in Canada and Alaska during the coldest times of the year. Ice Road Truckers has drawn acclaim for its compelling depiction of the work of these driver...
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2870. Good Reads: Nick Baldwin
April 25, 2016
Many a haulage worker’s earliest memories are full of happy days spent watching lorries thunder by, and indeed plenty of drivers’ inspiration can be traced back to their love of the vehicle as a child. This affection for the HGV, on top of the fascination with the technical aspects, does not escape ...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
