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Why brewers are finding success in the French Alps
[ad_1] Craft beer is emerging as a favoured drink in France, leveraged by brewers who are recognising its potential with outdoor sport enthusiasts. For instance, Big Mountain Brewery, based…
British beer makers and distillers are brewing up a storm in the Alps
[ad_1] Amid the soaring peaks of the French Alps, British beer and gin artisans have been blending passion and craft to find a surprising niche for their unique beverages, bringing…
Ski resorts are the best choice for a long workation. Here’s why
[ad_1] Empty slopes, lively nightlife and like-minded travellers are just a few reasons ski resorts are ideal for digital nomads. ADVERTISEMENT Snow is falling around me in large, cinematic flakes.…
Swiss police search for man who shot and killed two people
[ad_1] Police search for gunman who killed two people and left another injured in the Swiss town of Sion. It is a rare incident for the country. ADVERTISEMENT Swiss police…
French Alps and Nice are surprise favourites to host Winter Olympics
[ad_1] The IOC’s decision came at the expense of bids from Switzerland and Sweden, and another leading candidate in Japan withdrew its bid. ADVERTISEMENT The French Alps, and the Mediterranean…
These are the top ski scams to watch out for this winter
[ad_1] Don’t be fooled by what seems like a cheap deal on accommodation or ski lessons. ADVERTISEMENT While most ski holidays mean dreamy days of fresh snow and cosy chalets,…
Germany and Italy to build pipeline across Alps
[ad_1] Published by Isabel Stagg, Editorial Assistant World Pipelines, Thursday, 23 Nov 23 Italy…
Bumper snowfall sees Europe’s ski resorts open early
[ad_1] Some slopes have reported over a metre of fresh snow in the last week, and more is on the way. ADVERTISEMENT Ski season could start early in some places…
Go off-piste in Europe at these 13 wild skiing destinations
[ad_1] From Albania to Poland, Europe has an abundance of wild and remote ski destinations to explore. ADVERTISEMENT The Alps tend to tower to mind when you picture skiing in…