Welcome to our blog, here is a collection of our latest articles ready for you to browse through. We’ve got you covered on everything Alpine. If you’re looking to be the best skier on the mountain, searching for info on the top destinations or you’re more interested in the food scene, we’ve got it all here for you. Read more now…
Steve Thomas | Tuesday 19th March 2019
Choosing somewhere to buy a holiday property is a huge decision - you’re choosing the place you could be spending most of your holidays for years to come. With so many gorgeous resorts in the Alps, what is it that makes St Martin de Belleville stand out?
Steve Thomas | Sunday 10th February 2019
Alpe D’Huez is a popular ski resort town in the middle of the Oisans region of the French Alps - the main resort in the Grandes Rousses Massif. It’s got a great reputation for variety and activities off the slopes - so what can you expect if you buy a holiday home in Alpe D’Huez?
Lesley Thomas | Friday 01st February 2019
Hard though it may be to believe, skiing isn’t the activity for everyone. Perhaps you’ve got a friend or family member on your trip with injuries, little ones too small for the slopes or just someone who would rather hit the shops than the slopes.
Lesley Thomas | Monday 07th January 2019
We’ve all got a bucket list of some kind or another - it might be a mental list rather than something you’ve written down, but we all have things we’re longing to do or see. In fact, a bucket list is a great way to see the world - rather than thinking abstractly about what you’d like to do, having one written down helps to narrow your focus and choose the places you’d really like to visit.
Lesley Thomas | Wednesday 21st November 2018
Ski lessons might seem like something for newbie skiers and small children - not necessary for people who ski regularly. After all, once you’ve grasped the basics, it’s less about learning more than it is refining the technique, right?
Lesley Thomas | Tuesday 13th November 2018
New Year’s Eve can be an overrated occasion - bars and clubs are too packed to be fun, the music is cheesy and it rarely lives up to expectations. But that’s when you go out - and there’s lots to be said for a cosy stay-at-home New Year.
Lesley Thomas | Wednesday 10th October 2018
Most ski resorts have facilities for little ones - whether that means lessons on offer, easy runs, snow parks or simply good babysitting services. But that doesn’t mean that they’re all created equal when it comes to taking your children on a skiing holiday.
Lesley Thomas | Monday 01st October 2018
The evenings are drawing in, children have gone back to school and it’s that time of year when thoughts turn to Christmas.
Lesley Thomas | Monday 24th September 2018
There’s much to be said for going to the bigger Alpine ski resorts; you’ll find lots of amenities and plenty of choice when it comes to restaurants and accommodation. But venture off the beaten path, and you might find smaller resorts have much to offer too. St Martin de Belleville is one such resort - and it could be the perfect secret hideaway for you this winter.
Steve Thomas | Thursday 30th August 2018
If, like us, you love skiing, the season can’t roll around again soon enough. You can’t speed it up, and you can’t guarantee snow, but you can head out to some of the best early-season resorts in the Alps to boost your chances of getting on the slopes early. So how can you boost your chances of seeing some snow before Christmas.
Lesley Thomas | Friday 17th August 2018
Although much of the Alpine region boasts unspoilt natural beauty, that’s nowhere more true than in the national parks of the French Alps. These protected areas boast impressive flora and fauna, breathtaking views and the opportunity to enjoy an outdoor lifestyle on your holiday.
Steve Thomas | Thursday 09th August 2018
If donning lycra and hitting the road is how you like to holiday, where better than a location on the route of the Tour de France? Not only is the cycling around Alpe d’Huez exceptional, but there’s plenty to do for the non-cyclists in your party too.
