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La Massana, Coma Pedrosa

Family Hiking in the Coma Pedrosa Natural Park, La Massana

If you’re looking for something a little different to the usual two weeks in Marbella next summer (although there’s nothing wrong with that!), and an excuse to get the entire family off technology and into the great outdoors, Andorra is an excellent option. Although better known for its skiing, in summer, as the snow melts off all but the highest peaks of the Pyrenees, the wild and beautiful terrain around La Massana reveals a fantastic opportunity to get up close and personal to nature hiking in the beautiful Coma Pedrosa Natural Park. Coma Pedrosa Natural Park, La Massana Named after

Santa Coloma

Summer Hiking Around in Santa Coloma, Andorra

While Andorra is primarily known as a winter holiday destination, for those who enjoy hiking and cycling, the warmer weather opens up a wealth of opportunities to explore the Pyrenees without their blanket of snow. Around the delightful town of Santa Coloma, which is just a short distance from the capital, Andorra La Vella, summer reveals some wonderful hiking trails, suitable for all abilities. If you’re planning a short summer break to Andorra to give your hiking boots a workout in the Pyrenees, Santa Coloma is a great place to use as a base. The Enclar Trail The Enclar Trail

Soldeu

Escape for a Romantic Winter Break in Soldeu

Looking to inject some romance into the dark, dreary days of winter? Well, if you have to be cold, you may as well be cold in one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Europe. What could be more romantic than treating your special someone to a weekend break (or longer) in the French Alps, complete with skiing, snuggling around an open fire, long strolls in the snow, and plenty of pampering? Nothing. And if you choose the lovely village of Soldeu, you’ll barely have to lift a finger to impress your love. Ski Secret Depending on how serious you

Pas de la Casa

For the Boys – The Ultimate Stag Weekend in Pas de la Casa

Destination stag weekends are becoming popular with UK grooms-to-be, not only for the opportunity to let their hair down on a mini-break abroad, but also because it’s often a lot more affordable than you might think. While it’s undoubtedly more common for young bucks to jet off to the Costa del Sol, if you’re a fan of winter sports, why not consider a weekend in the snow? One place that ticks all the boxes for a fun, affordable stag weekend is Pas de la Casa. Party Central at Pas For a stag group, probably the most important aspect of your

Pas de la Casa

Touch the Sky in Pas de la Casa – Party Town!

As one of the highest ski resorts in Europe, Pas de la Casa is also one of its most lively and popular. It’s earned its reputation as a vibrant, great value destination with a long season and excellent high-altitude ski opportunities, and a major part of its charm also lies in its very distinctive French ambience. Aside from its undeniable French style and outstanding ski opportunities across the linked high altitude Grandvalira ski area, it’s the après ski entertainment that makes Pas a little town that packs a big party punch! Party at Pas! Once the sun goes down, La

La Massana

The Magical, Mountainous Beauty of La Massana

With a spectacular surrounding landscape of rugged mountains, deep valleys and glistening lakes, La Massana, in Andorra, offers a smorgasbord of dramatic vistas – along with the superb skiing for which most people come. The wide, generous pistes and laidback, cosy ambience of this popular ski region sit within an embrace of stunning natural beauty that’s within easy reach if you care to explore beyond the tips of your skis. From the Highest Mountain… La Massana parish is home to the highest mountain peak in Andorra – the imposing Coma Pedrosa. Soaring 1500 metres above the valley floor, the mountain

Santa Coloma

Santa Coloma – Beauty and History Collide

Nestled into the valley floor close to the southern border of Andorra and Spain, the unassuming resort town of Santa Coloma is not only a gateway to the extensive Vallenord ski area, it’s also home to an important part of Andorra’s religious and cultural history. The Renowned Church of Santa Coloma Against a dramatic backdrop of rugged peaks and sunny Andorran skies, the small but beautifully preserved 9th century Romanesque Church of Santa Coloma is one of the oldest in the country. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999, the church has become an important cultural symbol and a

Soldeu

First-class network of ski lifts in Soldeu

High in the mountains of the Pyrenees between Spain and France lies the principality of Andorra which is famous for its duty free shopping and its ski resorts. The ski resorts are well suited to family holidays with plenty opportunities to learn the sport on gentle slopes. The southerly location ensures plenty glorious blue sky days during the ski season which typically runs from mid-December until April. The après-ski scene is lively in many resorts and when compared with the well known resorts of the Alps there’s no doubt that Andorra offers excellent value for money. Historically, ski tourism developed

Salou

Salou on the Costa Dorada for Children

The Costa Dorada in Spain is a very popular choice of destination for families, and Salou is one of its most famous resorts. Just a short flight from the UK, Salou has plenty of family friendly hotels and attractions to choose from. The beaches are among the best in Spain and whether you want to enjoy lazy days building sandcastles and swimming or prefer to get the kids out and about, there is something in Salou for everyone. Here we have compiled a list of some of our top outings for children when on holiday in Salou. Port Aventura This

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