European Travel : Western Europe : France Travel
For The Kids, Paris, France - Feb 8, 2008 - 5:51:09 PM
Like any trip, be sure to plan ahead. September is the busiest month for tourism in Paris, so book your hotel room well in advance. You can visit after September, of course, but if you do, pack extra raincoats and umbrellas, because you will definitely get rained on.

European Travel : Western Europe : Switzerland Travel
Switzerland Travel Tips - Feb 7, 2008 - 5:39:02 PM

Switzerland is blessed with all the bounties of nature. It is the most preferred tourist destination among all the countries in the world. The Alps region has a cold weather most of the times, where as the summers are warmer in the northern area. Visit Saas Fee to ski and snowboard. Dream of living in real life igloo can come true as many resorts, like Zermatt and St Moritz (which is a celebrity resort), had them built for their customers.

European Travel : Western Europe : Luxembourg Travel
Travel Tips to Luxembourg - Feb 7, 2008 - 5:26:01 PM

One of the Europe’s smallest sovereign states is The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. The north part of the country is blessed with greenery and hills. The Ardennes provides great scenic view. The country is small and all the tourist attractions are within reachable limits. It snows during the winters in Luxembourg, but isn’t as cold as its neighboring countries and the summer is warm which comes in May and lasts till September. Incase of emergency dial 112 or 113.

European Travel : Western Europe : Netherlands Travel
Travel Tips to Holland - Feb 7, 2008 - 5:03:33 PM

The summers are cool here but the winters are severe with some chances of snowfall. Rainfall can be expected in any month of the year. Dutch is the official language here. English, French and German are the other languages that are spoken, out of which English is widely spoken. Incase of emergency call 112.

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Tignes in France - Feb 4, 2008 - 5:03:05 PM
Tignes in France is a skiing location that is much different from the boarder adjacent Alps, and other skiing facilities that have put France firmly on the skiing map. The rise of Tignes, initially came with the rise of tourism in the area.  During the last 10 years the facilities have been improved immensely with a new state-of-the-art training facility, and freestyle snowboarding facilities being built in the area.

European Travel : Western Europe : Austria Travel
St Anton in Austria - Feb 4, 2008 - 5:01:54 PM
St Anton in Austria is a world renowned skiing facility, positioned in the belt that is known as Austria’s skiing capital. Only 100 miles from Solden, and with Innsbruck and Otztal close by, visiting Austria on a skiing vacation could not get any easier, or more action-packed. The terrain is varied, and offers excellent opportunities for new skiers, experienced skiers and even snowboarding - that is on-the-up in this region.

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Solden In Austria - Feb 4, 2008 - 5:00:49 PM
Solden is a world-renowned skiing facility that is often referred to as the home of skiing in Austria. With views that are simply breath-taking, the countered rocky mountains are also home to tourists from around the world that visit each week to experience the slopes that are not only challenging, yet also custom-built in the case of certain slaloms. Solden is also a great place to learn skiing with expert teaching facilities, and a team of 20+ on hand to help new skiers learn, and experienced skiers improve.

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Skiing in the French Alps - Feb 4, 2008 - 4:55:18 PM
Ok folks so we have all been on some vacation to somewhere hot, but going on holiday in search of snow is something that only a certain type of person does. That person is probably into skiing. A skiing vacation does not have to be something that a professional and seasoned skier does, and in fact I learned to ski when I was on the mountains of France. If you are considering going on a skiing holiday, then I suppose it is better to learn how to Ski before you go away, and that way you can really benefit from enjoying the more challenging slopes.

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Skiing In France - Feb 4, 2008 - 4:47:14 PM

If you enjoy skiing, there is nothing more exhilarating than the prospect of skiing through France.  Whether taking advantage of some of the world’s best downhill runs, or heading cross country, France is a skiers paradise, and somewhere definitely not to be missed for any winter sports enthusiast.  Amidst some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery, the fresh alpine air and magically contoured runs are truly a once in a lifetime experience.  It really is no wonder that France is highly regarded as one of the best skiing nations in the world. 

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Skiing in Austria - Feb 4, 2008 - 4:37:24 PM

The world famous home of skiing, Austria, is an ideal resort for anyone who enjoys skiing.  The fresh alpine slopes, combined with picture-postcard scenery, and a grand culture of centuries old make Austria an ideal holiday destination, whether or not you simply adore skiing like me!

European Travel : Western Europe : Switzerland Travel
LAAX in Switzerland - Feb 4, 2008 - 4:30:10 PM
LAAX in Switzerland stands over 30 000 feet high, with skiing and snowboarding facilities that suit everyone’s needs – from beginners to world champions. LAAX has hosted all the big events in snowboarding and skiing, welcoming thousands of tourists from around the globe each week. LAAX was one of the first major skiing locations to get on the map, when in the 70s skiing holidays started to rise in popularity for western travelers - LAAX was right their, waiting to ride the wave.

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Courchevel 1850 Resort - Feb 4, 2008 - 4:23:07 PM
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.

European Travel : Western Europe : Germany Travel
German Travellers - Sep 11, 2007 - 4:29:13 PM
With many magnificent castles it has wealth of art and culture. German is the widely spoken language in German, but outsiders can find many English speaking locals especially in the common tourist destinations...

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France Travellers, Know THIS! - Sep 11, 2007 - 4:24:23 PM
The crowd is attracted to sparkling ski slopes of the Alps, sunlit vineyards and sun-baked beaches of this beautiful country...

European Travel : Western Europe : Belgium Travel
Belgium Travel Tips - Sep 11, 2007 - 3:57:55 PM
Belgium is situated in the west of Europe. The land here mostly comprises of flat coastal plains in the northeast, and southeast is occupied by the Ardennes Forest.

European Travel : Western Europe : Austria Travel
Austria Travel Tips - Sep 11, 2007 - 3:50:03 PM
Located in central Europe, Austria celebrates world’s best music festivals like the Salzburg Festival, Haydn Festival in Vienna, and the International Chamber Music Festival. Vienna is the capital of Austria as well as the musical capital of Europe.