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Enjoy February in France – Things to Do and Where to Go

February in France throws up many hidden surprises and delights despite this month's bad reputation on international and domestic travel scenes. While most people stay at home, adventurous holidaymakers see an equally fascinating side of France. The benefits of travelling in February mean fewer crowds, cheaper hotels, and flight tickets....

Posted on 03 February 2022

Guide to Winter in France and the Best Places to Visit

During winter in France, visitors enjoy various travel places, aside from the traditional Alps. Winter is the non-tourism season in France so if you are planning city breaks, expect cheaper flights and fewer crowds at attractions. Travel exceptions are the winter Alps which kicks into gear with their ski season....

Posted on 24 January 2022

Best Ski Resorts in the World

When looking at the best ski resorts in the world, one can only be amazed at the global map stretching from New Zealand to Japan to America and the time-honoured favourites; France and Switzerland. While skiing scenes in the past always targeted elite society, these days, many mainstream ski markets...

Posted on 13 January 2022

Public Holidays in France – Important Dates for Your Diary

Whether living or holidaying here, know that most businesses, shops, and offices close during public holidays in France. Likewise, check the opening hours of supermarkets, bakeries, restaurants, and tourist attractions as they can vary. Altogether there are 11 official public holidays. However, the Moselle and Alsace regions have two holidays,...

Posted on 07 January 2022

The Best Skiing Areas in France and Resorts to Stay in

For an alpine getaway, your choice of skiing areas in France is just as crucial as resorts. After all, seven of the world’s and Europe's best ski areas are in France, so there are many resorts, all of which need careful navigating to make most of your time on the...

Posted on 18 December 2021

Winter Activities in the French Alps – What is There to Do?

For winter activities in the French Alps, tourists automatically think about skiing and slopes. Yet, those Alpine mountains feature much more. About 55 million skiers visit the French Alps every year, making the mountains one of Europe’s top skiing destinations. Additionally, annual tourism revenue amounts to roughly 50 billion euros...

Posted on 03 December 2021

The Best Time to Ski in France – Months and Resorts

Deciding the best time to ski in France takes a little more planning than your average holiday. While people after sunshine typically get on a plane with little planning, anyone on skiing holiday needs to consider resorts, their altitudes, and crowds and open ski lifts and terrains. After all, arriving...

Posted on 25 November 2021

Visiting the French Alps in December

As the seasons move from Autumn to winter, many people think about the French Alps in December. After all, the Alps offer everything a typical winter should, from white blanket landscapes to festive spirits and a traditional alpine ambience we often see on Christmas postcards. Anyone dreaming of a fantastic...

Posted on 20 November 2021

How much are Ski Chalets in France?

To answer how much ski chalets are in France, it is worth knowing the market has performed well this year. Despite expectations, COVID changed international real estate markets for the better. As increasingly more people work from home, and with no signs of COVID going away, buyers turn to rural...

Posted on 14 November 2021

The Best Things to do in the French Alps Besides Skiing

Put skiing aside, and you will find a long list of things to do in the French alps, all year round. Over the last decades, local towns strived to improve their skiing infrastructure. However, they also turned to off-slope activities for the young and old all year round, regardless of...

Posted on 07 November 2021