Gerry Kerkhof

Chamonix

Two top Chamonix’s activities

21 September, 2015

The beautiful French ski resort of Chamonix is surrounded in all directions by snow covered peaks including Europe’s highest mountain, Mont Blanc (4,809m). It hosted the first Winter Olympics back in 1924 and has found its place on the wishlist of skiers from around the world ever since. The resort itself is located at 1035m near the entrance to the Mont Blanc tunnel. The historic local ski lifts take visitors to as high as 3842m at Aiguille du Midi allowing for an enormous range of sensational skiing options which are referred to locally as Le Grand Ski. The main attraction

Marbella

Six Top Marbella’s Attractions

8 September, 2015

The well-known Spanish holiday destination of Marbella lies 50km south-west of Malaga International Airport on the Costa del Sol. Its fame grew during the 1970s when a growing number of celebrities were attracted there by the jet set lifestyle. One of the earliest residents of international fame was James Bond himself, Sean Connery, who made Marbella his home when he wasn’t filming. Strictly speaking it was never Marbella itself which was key to the area’s reputation as a millionaire’s playground but the exclusive yacht marina of Puerto Banús which lies some 6km beyond Marbella to the west. The road connecting

Nizza

Some of the other major attractions which Nice has to offer

6 August, 2015

Many visitors arriving at Nice-Côte d’Azur Airport will head straight for one of the famous destinations which lie along the coast of the French Riviera such as St Tropez, Cannes, Antibes and Monaco. Yet just 10 minutes away to the north-east is the stylish city of Nice which more than merits a visit thanks to its Mediterranean ambience, belle époque architecture, charming old town, fine museums and a thriving restaurant scene that one would expect of France’s 5th largest city. But the word is out. In terms of visitor numbers, Nice is now the country’s 2nd most visited city after

Juan-les-Pins

Juan-Les-Pins Essentials

23 July, 2015

The French Riviera, or Côte d’Azur as it is known locally, runs from the French border with Italy in the east as far as Toulon in the west. As a holiday destination it has always had an air of sophistication since it became a popular destination amongst the British upper classes in the late 18th century. Over the years its reputation was enhanced by frequent visits by various members of some of Europe’s wealthiest families, members of Royal Families, Heads of State and a whole host of celebrated artists and writers. Inevitably over the years the region’s exclusivity waned with

Cala D'Or

What to Do In and Around Cala d’Or

9 July, 2015

The Mallorcan holiday resort of Cala d’Or lies 60km south-east of Palma de Mallorca Airport. This former fishing village has grown into a popular, family-friendly destination with some lovely beaches, a fine selection of accommodation and a surprising number of good restaurants for such a relatively small resort. The town centre has a fairly cosmopolitan feeling about it with a good range of visitors from the UK, Germany and Scandinavia. Transport around Cala d’Or and to the outlying beaches is provided by the resort’s well known ‘mini-train’. Key to its growth has been the development of the exclusive marina which

Riga

The New Face of Downtown Riga

17 June, 2015

In June 1940 the Latvian capital, Riga, was occupied by Soviet forces, it was then occupied by Nazi Germany from 1941 to 1944. In October 1944 it was reoccupied by the Soviets who would exert control over the state until September 6, 1991 when Latvia was declared independent of the Soviet Union. Thirteen years later the next invasion commenced when Ryanair’s first Latvian flight route commenced between Riga and Frankfurt. Soon the budget airline was offering cheap flights to Riga from multiple European destinations including the UK and Ireland which was largely responsible for the budget tourism which ensued, turning

Venecia

Top Attractions and Events in Venice

4 June, 2015

Venice is one of the planet’s most iconic destinations. It is located on one of 117 small islands connected by over 400 bridges spanning the 177 canals which together make up the Venetian Lagoon. The city is a World Heritage Site of incomparable beauty with stunning architecture lining its complex network of waterways. Visitors discover the many treasures of its historic centre on foot or by water as it is inaccessible to motor vehicle transport. But there is an enormous price to pay for a city commonly referred to as the “Queen of the Adriatic”, as it simply cannot cope

Alanya

4 Things to Do Around Alanya

29 May, 2015

Located on Turkey’s south-west coast in the shadow of the Taurus Mountains with glorious views of the Mediterranean sea is the popular tourist resort of Alanya. The first hotel was built here in 1958 to cater for visitors coming to see the Damlatas Cave which had been discovered a decade earlier. Today’s holidaymakers are typically package tourists intent on enjoying the fine climate and beaches of the Turkish Riviera. The vast majority of visitors come from Scandinavia, Holland, Germany and Russia, many who have purchased holiday homes here creating a sizeable foreign community. The layout of the town itself is

Brașov

Short Breaks to Brasov

21 May, 2015

Romania’s entry into the European Union in 2007 certainly put the country on the map in terms of tourism as the rest of Europe started to learn about the many diverse attractions the country has to offer. For summer holidays the Black Sea resorts such as Mamaia grew in popularity whilst winter tourism rocketed as skiers began heading for the Romanian mountains. The Carpathian Mountains welcomed outdoor types from all over the continent and the medieval towns of Transylvania saw record numbers of visitors to this fabled region of enormous cultural wealth. Lying in the heart of the Southern Carpathians,

Sorrento

What to Do Around Sorrento

15 May, 2015

The Sorrento Peninsula lies on the south west coast of Italy between the Gulf of Naples to the north and the Gulf of Salerno to the south. Its best known town is the popular seaside resort of Sorrento which is on the peninsula’s northern side and is the region’s premier tourist destination. Sorrento is a stunningly picturesque spot where steep cliffs provide glorious views across the Bay of Naples. A few luxurious hotels in Sorrento have long been popular with Italian celebrities including Luciano Pavarotti who was a regular visitor here. With a growing number of overseas weddings taking place

Dublin

Top Things to See in Dublin

17 April, 2015

The Irish Pub is popular the world over. In Ireland it is has long been an important institution in local life where people get together on a daily basis and where they celebrate important events which have occurred in the local community, not least the death of local characters which often leads to some fierce drinking at the ‘wake’ following a funeral. Whilst every town and village in the country has its local pubs it’s often Dublin which catches the public’s imagination when it comes to the Irish pub scene. Famous Dubliners who enjoyed a pint include James Joyce, Oscar

Zell am See

Winter and summer in Zell am See

16 April, 2015

Located some 100km east of Innsbruck, the stunning Austrian town of Zell Am See stands at just 750 metres in the shadow of the Kitzbühel Alps. Lying right on the western shore of Lake Zell it is one of Austria’s most picturesque holiday destinations which attracts visitors all year round. It is particularly beautiful during the winter months when you can sometimes walk across the frozen lake staring in awe at the 3,203 metre Kitzsteinhorn mountain to the south. The medieval Old Town of Zell Am See is typically charming with the iconic church tower of St Hippolyte dominating the

Ciutadella

What to Do in Ciutadella

14 April, 2015

The Balearic Islands are one of the Mediterranean’s most popular destinations with millions of sun worshippers heading for Mallorca and Ibiza every summer. On a clear day in Alcudia on Mallorca’s north coast you can just about make out the coast of Menorca which lies just 30km to the north-east. In spite of the short distance between them these two islands provide quite a contrast in terms of the tourism they offer. Whilst Mallorca is well known for its large resorts and mass tourism, Menorca is more about small scale tourist developments, secluded beaches, quaint coves and a noteworthy historical

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