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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…

Latest Articles

Four reasons that renting out your holiday home makes perfect sense

Lesley Thomas | Thursday 08th June 2017

Investing in property has been a savvy move for several decades now - with interest rates low, yields on buy-to-rent are often much higher than even the best bank accounts available.

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Use an app to find the best hiking routes in the Alps

Steve Thomas | Thursday 25th May 2017

When the snow has melted from all but the highest peaks and the Alpine wildflowers are coming into bloom, there’s no place better than the Alps for hiking. Offering spectacular views of some of Europe’s highest peaks as well as beautiful lakes and thick forests, it’s a landscape with something for everyone.

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Why Chamonix is the perfect destination for summer 2017

Steve Thomas | Monday 08th May 2017

Have you made plans yet for your summer 2017 holiday? With the late Spring Bank holiday only a few weeks away now is the perfect time to be making plans....

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Three of 2017s hottest adventure sports to try in the Alps this summer

Steve Thomas | Tuesday 25th April 2017

For many people, throwing themselves off mountains or out of planes, or even being dragged along by a speedboat doesn’t exactly sound like a relaxing holiday - but for many of us, a holiday hasn’t begun until there’s adrenalin pumping through our veins.

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Morzine: Family, fun, food - what more could you want from a resort?

Lesley Thomas | Tuesday 04th April 2017

It’s a simple recipe for a family holiday - plenty of activites for all the family to enjoy, along with some culinary experiences to tickle the tastebuds.

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The legal process when purchasing a property in the French Alps

Lesley Thomas | Tuesday 21st March 2017

Here is the 2nd in a series of regular VLOGS that we will airing in the weeks to come. This one covers the legal process when purchasing a property in the French Alps

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Questions to ask yourself when buying property in the Alps

Lesley Thomas | Monday 13th March 2017

Here is the first in a series of regular VLOGS that we will airing in the weeks to come. This one covers those questions you should be asking yourself, when deciding what and where to buy in the French and Swiss Alps.

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Chatel – a jewel in the crown of the Alps

Steve Thomas | Friday 10th March 2017

While many resorts can feel bustling and commercialised, Chatel is one which retains a feel that’s unspoilt and very French. The town is one which has a life outside of tourism, with many working farms in the local area and a thriving sense of community.

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Megeve – what makes this ever popular resort so special?

Lesley Thomas | Friday 24th February 2017

If you’re thinking of taking a holiday to the Alps then there aren’t many places as delightful as the French resort of Megeve, nestled in the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region. It’s also one of the most popular ski resorts in the French Alps, well known for its proximity to Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Western Europe.

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Whisk your loved one away to the Alps this Valentine’s Day

Lesley Thomas | Friday 10th February 2017

There are high expectations for anyone in a relationship on Valentine’s Day - and if you really want to earn some brownie points, a bunch of flowers from the petrol station and some chocolates aren’t going to cut the mustard.

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Hot Property picks !

Lesley Thomas | Thursday 19th January 2017

This month we’ve picked out some of the hottest properties on the website to put in the spotlight for you - so if you’re thinking of investing in property in the Alps, read on to find out why these are the creme de la creme.

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The best snowboarding in the Alps

Steve Thomas | Thursday 12th January 2017

The resorts that are top picks for skiers aren’t always ideal for snowboarders; variety is key for a top skiing resort, while big jumps and parks are often more desired by snowboarders.

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