From the monthly archives:

July 2009

Ski France In Style At The Courcheval 1850 Resort

by Frenchie on July 14, 2009


The Courchevel 1850 resort in France is one of the best ski resorts in the world if you happen to be a beginner. Yes, we were all beginners once, and no one knows better than the Courchevel 1850 resort, that if you get the beginners right, the intermediates and advanced will follow. With over 50% of all runs dedicated specifically to beginners, it is a haven for those learning to ski, or looking to refine their skills and expertise whilst on vacation. Go to Sports Holidays for more information

Rumored to be the most expensive resort on the French Alps, this isn’t strictly the truth. You can find really good deals if you know where to look, and there are really good discounts for group bookings, although you get what you pay for, so don’t expect a cheap vacation. Courchevel is part of the Three Valleys resorts, and itself is divided into four distinct areas from the bottom to the top: 1300, 1550, 1650, and 1850.

In general, the further up you go, the more expensive your trip is likely to be, so it is wise to consider going slightly further down, where you can still find some amazing skiing, both off piste and cross country, as well as some great downhill runs. With an astonishing 65 ski lifts across the resort, the Courchevel is an enormous skiing resort, and attracts a wide variety of tourists from across Europe, and indeed the world. Refer to Tailor Made Holidays for more information.

The Courchevel 1300 is located right at the very bottom of the resort, and is truly beautiful in an unspoilt, picturesque sense. It is a fantastic challenge for beginners, and is ideal for those looking for some relaxation out of their skiing vacation. Alternatively, moving up, there is the 1550, which is seen as the playground of the locals.

Here you can benefit from some amazing self catering deals, whilst still managing to find great skiing, so this is perhaps a good consideration for those with families. Again, moving up there is the 1650, home of the famous ski school, and a number of top quality restaurants. With largely chalet accommodation, this is also a great resort to choose for your French skiing vacation. Finally we have the 1850.

The 1850 is home to the rich and the famous, and you’re looking at an arm and a leg if you want to ski there. Although the skiing isn’t that much better (unless you’re looking for off-piste), there are heftier queues, and the resort isn’t overly child friendly or family orientated.

Of the four resorts on the Courchevel, you are guaranteed to have a great skiing vacation whichever you choose. Each has the benefit of world class skiing, although the facilities may differ between each. It is important to decide what it is you are looking for, and then to base your choice around this, so you can make the most of your skiing vacation. Why not consider taking a few lessons in the world famous Courchevel ski school? Or how about sampling some of the extensive night life these resorts have to offer?

Whether you are a dedicated skier, or have never been on a pair of skis in your life, you are sure to find exactly what you are looking for on the Courchevel, and you are guaranteed a vacation to remember. Visit Group Sport Holidays for further information.

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the best museum for art lovers

by Frenchie on July 7, 2009


The Albertina is a very interesting museum and was constructed where the old wall of Vienna could be found. The building is located in the heart of Vienna, enclosed by other symbolic places. And its architecture is on a par with its fortunate location.
Its great external splendor can’t be compared with the huge graphic collection, made up of over 65.000 drawings and a million engravings which can be found inside. This is one of the principal and most diverse in the whole world.
The works are classified by periods and you can admire both the ancient and important works, as well as the most innovative modern works.
This contrast is the most interesting of them all because the differing styles keep every visitor busy in the numerous sections of the museum at all times. I’m sure that if you visit this colossus of art you will find a section which will take an entire afternoon away from you.
The most famous item in this museum is Durero’s works, which have travelled to other significant museums in the world, such as the Louvre or the Prado. However, the prints dedicated to the triumphs of Maximiliano was the work which caught my eye the most.
This is one of the most representative museums in the city and its a must-see, because the richness of its works seems to be almost irresistible for all art lovers who visit Vienna.
When you visit Vienna, don’t forget to visit this famous museum, where you can see drawings of people, animals, battles and the daily life of the Austrian capital. You shouldn’t forget either that the alquiler apartamentos viena is usually a lot cheaper than staying in a hotel, and it will also give you the chance to life in the city like an Austrian.
The Albertina is located next to the Burfarten park and all you have to do to get there is get the tram and get off at Wien Oper station.

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