Tignes received a shot in the arm this year when it was awarded the ‘Quality Tourism’ branding by the French State, making the resort more attractive to winter sports enthusiasts and ski homeowners. For resorts that match its stringent critreria, the Qualité Tourisme marque provides an independent endorsement of the...
Posted on 05 October 2015
Purchasing a property in the right French ski resort in 2015 could make a lucrative long-term buy-to-let, said Skiingproperty.com in September. For maximum rental potential, investors taking advantage of the favourable buying conditions should choose a dual season resort with a short transfer, long winter season, good snow record and...
Posted on 17 September 2015
Skiers planning their trip to the Alps this winter should hope that conditions on the slopes are as good as they are for investors in French ski property this season, said ski property specialist SkiingProperty.com in September. “Foreign interest in property in the French Alps is expected to rise during...
Posted on 04 September 2015
Homeowners making efforts to stay safe in the French Alps, take note - new research shows that as much care should be taken when trudging to a bar - or back from a bar - to your apartment as when you’re zooming full-speed down the slopes. More than half (52...
Posted on 25 February 2015
Interest in French skiing property is expected to see a seasonal surge towards the end of this month, after British families return from their half-term ski break tempted by the idea of owning a ski home, said ski property specialist SkiingProperty.com in February, adding that the favourable exchange rate is...
Posted on 21 February 2015
Property-hunters in the French Alps in search of a resort geared towards families should add Les Arcs to their wish list, after this season’s opening of a new fun zone that includes a slopeside leisure centre. Already recognised for its family-friendliness and desirable ski homes, Les Arcs has raised the...
Posted on 07 February 2015
British people in the market for a French ski home can look forward to some great value deals in 2015, as buying conditions across the Channel look set to be even more favourable than they were in 2014. Concerns about the Greek economy and the European Central Bank's ability to...
Posted on 08 January 2015
Chatel A brand new connection for the 2014-15 winter ski season means that for the first time, the link between Super Chatel and the Linga area doesn’t require a bus ride. This is a significant development and will mean anyone staying in the town of Chatel can get back home...
Posted on 16 December 2014
Owners of ski homes in the French Alps could save thousands of pounds each year through careful planning for the winter season and shopping around, said ski property specialist Skiingproperty.com in November. “Low mortgage rates in France and a stronger pound are attracting an increasing number of buyers to the...
Posted on 14 November 2014
Snow is falling in the Alps, causing a tingle of excitement in the thousands of ski homeowners itching to head out to their ski pad. There’re still some weeks to go before the slopes will be ready and the lifts open, but that’s leaves just enough time to prepare yourself...
Posted on 11 November 2014
