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I’ve been coming to Chamonix Mont Blanc in the French Alps for over 10 years now. During that time I have witnessed a complete change in direction in the ethos of the Town. Chamonix was once labelled the Ibiza of the slopes in a report in the Times magazine. It was quite spooky, this report [...]
In Britain, we don’t get an abundance of either sun or snow, so it stands to reason we’ll go elsewhere for it. Ski resorts are a popular holiday choice amongst the British, and while not as great a variety as there is with sunspots, there’s still plenty of choice to suit any taste. This continues [...]
Austria had heavy snow in November and a month later the Alps saw the best skiing conditions in a generation. On top of this, Aspen noted a record-breaking month of snow in December and Canada’s Whistler continued with its high rate of snow fall, which topped seven meters. It seems that this winter [...]
The climate here is mild in winter with snow cover from December to April but there is plenty of snow around. The Bulgarian government has recently committed to developing the resort further under a scheme called ‘Super Borovets’, with the aim of turning it into a world-class, year-round resort.
Skiing in Borovets
Although a well established resort, [...]
Sailing is unique. The aptitude to use the wind, seamanship and routing ability to cross open waters, free from the sound of motors and the pressure of daily life, makes sailing one of the most satisfying and relaxing activities you can do. Sailing is not about getting someplace fast. It’s about enjoying the journey
Learning to [...]
From the coast of Maine to Key West, from The Pacific Northwest to Antarctica, tall ships offer a unique experience. Sailing vessels of centuries-old designs moved goods all over the world in the seventeenth, eighteenth and nineteenth centuries; now they enjoy an esteemed place in the minds and hearts of modern men and women.
Tall ships [...]
Bassenthwaite Lake is the second largest lake in the English Lake District.
Bassenthwaite Lake is the only true “lake” in the Lake District with the other bodies of water actually being “waters”, “meres” or “tarns”. It is large at approximately 4 miles long but is the shallowest piece of water in the Lake District. Bassenthwaite Lake [...]
Imagine an entire catamaran to yourselves. Each couple has their own private stateroom and two professional crew to wine and dine you for seven nights! Our Catamarans have the capacity to take 8 to 16 people plus crew, just perfect for two families or a large group of friends.
These classic crewed charters provide you with [...]
The English Lake District has been named as one of the most romantic destinations in the UK. With the Lake District being named most romantic destination this Valentine’s, it isn’t surprising that couples then want to return to get married. A staggering 31% of couples interviewed voted for the Lake District over destinations such as [...]
Britain has some excellent regattas available for the sailing fraternity. The first and probably most famous is Cowes Week. An amazing week of high quality sailing in the Solent waters off the coast of the Isle of Wight. Cowes Week is a definite highlight in the sailing calendar and has been running since 1826, making [...]