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…

State of emergency declared in parts of France after flooding

[ad_1] The regions of Pas-de-Calais and Haute-Savoie have been particularly badly affected, with thousands forced to evacuate and many still without electricity or heating. ADVERTISEMENT Parts of eastern and northern…

Cheap skiing: Save money at these little known resorts

[ad_1] Swapping traditional resorts for less popular destinations could be the answer for a budget ski break. The 2023-24 ski season is just around the corner. But heading to the…

Summer retreat: Inside a ski resort adapting to climate change

[ad_1] As global warming hits, more and more mountainous regions in Europe are relying on their aestival attractions to entice holidaymakers. I’m standing beside a big white cross at the…

Save money on a ski holiday by taking a day trip to the slopes

[ad_1] A ski trip in the rarefied air of the French Alps can be an amazing way to spend a week’s holiday. It’s also an amazingly fast way to spend…

This luxury chalet has electric vehicles, green energy and zero waste

[ad_1] Not many people get to spend a night at the number one rated ski chalet in the whole of the French Alps. Ferme à Jules is invariably fully booked,…