Author Archive for Clare Galloway

For skiing or Summer sunshine: the undiscovered wines of Savoie

For skiing or Summer sunshine: the undiscovered wines of Savoie

By on Jan 30, 2018 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
The Savoie Region is one of the more dispersed of the French wine growing regions being nestled around the northern Alps, south of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) and east of the Rhône.  It is also quite small by volume, encompassing only 2000 hectares of vines or about 0.5% of French wine production.  The vineyards are separated not
5 top tips for choosing a family ski holiday

5 top tips for choosing a family ski holiday

By on Dec 16, 2017 in Family Travel, Leisure Travel, Speciality Travel
Whether you are a seasoned skier or a relative newbie to winter fun on the mountains, the rules of the game change the moment you transition to arranging the first ski holiday for your family with young children. Suddenly in what should be a very familiar winter holiday scene your first priority is to a
5 mountain dishes that are perfect for skiers

5 mountain dishes that are perfect for skiers

By on Nov 02, 2017 in Food and Drink, Travel Miscellany
Skiing involves gallons of fresh air, exercise and adrenaline. So, your body needs regular fuel to make the most of that precious week on the piste. And what can be more welcome than to stomp the snow off your boots and walk into the warm steamy atmosphere of a restaurant in the mountains. Different regions
5 inspiring non-skier activities in Châtel

5 inspiring non-skier activities in Châtel

By on Oct 18, 2017 in Europe, Family Travel, France, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Perhaps you have grandparents staying or friends who haven’t caught the skiing bug, or maybe you just fancy a break from thrashing around on the slopes. The charming resort of Châtel offers a host of alternative diversions. Coffee shops, bars and restaurants line the main streets providing welcome opportunities for relaxation and people watching. Tempting
Châtel: a wonderful resort for family skiing

Châtel: a wonderful resort for family skiing

By on Sep 08, 2017 in Europe, Family Travel, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Families wanting to ski together face the annual dilemma of choosing a resort to please everyone. Châtel has long been the sleepy sister to nearby Morzine and Les Gets but with recent investments in the town and on the pistes this beautiful alpine village should be high on your list. The village is wonderfully French