Christmas in Val d’Isère
Choosing where to ski over the Christmas period can be a tricky business. It is notoriously difficult to predict…
How to blow 1 million in a day
France’s Courchevel 1850 has a growing reputation as the most expensive and glamorous luxury ski resort in the world….
Romance in Provence – follow in Picasso’s footsteps
Share romantic nights under the stars with that special someone, in the quaint, romantic village of Saint Paul de…
Testicle-eating fish in European waters: a warning to keep your trunks on!
Now there’s a blog post title you don’t read every day. Without wishing to alarm people, you (or at…
Photograph of the week: L’Ile Rousse beach, Corsica
This is the beach at L’Ile Rousse in la Balagne region of Corsica. With a gently sloping seabed, crystal clear water and the beach…
The best ski resorts in France
There will never be total agreement on the best ski resort in France. Each is different, yet all offer…
5 international festivals to enjoy in the cooler seasons
After months of Summer loving, the brisk shivers of Autumn and Winter greet us harshly. The warm sun slips…
Top 5 coastal bike rides in Europe
There is something special about biking along the coast. Maybe it is the refreshing salty breeze keeping you cool,…
Ooh la la! The 7 best streets to shop in Paris
As the pulsing fashion capital of Europe, if not the world, a Parisian shopping experience will offer everything from…
Interview with Bridget King, Owner of Lilylola
Married with three grown children, four cats and a dog, Bridget King is owner of Lilylola and has always…
6 spectacular skiing destinations in France
For its suitability for skiers of all levels, range of resorts, variety and scale of terrain, quality of nightlife…
Romance in Provence – spectacularly seductive Èze
Èze is one of the most spectacularly romantic spots in Provence; a French region that oozes romance. Perched atop…
10 of the most expensive villas and chalets for rent
Luxury homes vary all throughout the world. These seemingly one-of-a-kind beauties have steadily increased people´s desire for the finer…
9 cultural revelries not to miss in France this September
If you happen to be in France this September, then get yourself ready for a host of cultural revelries….
Top 5 luxury chalets with unique swimming pools
All the top luxury chalets now come complete with the type of facilities you expect from the best hotels…
Top 4 bike tour destinations for beginner cyclists
Allow me to debunk a common myth: you do not have to be an avid cyclist to have an…
