Geneva airport is one of the most well-connected and serviced in the world by way of transfers to and from dozens of ski resorts across the French Alps, though thousands of travellers each and every year continue to insist on crowding the narrow roads with their own vehicles. Of course, the appeal of stepping off the plane at the airport and immediately taking ownership of a rental car seems obvious, but in these kinds of environments there are so many…
There was a time in the not so distant past when the idea of Geneva Airport resort transfer service conjured up images of nothing more than clapped out, cold, worn and uncomfortable buses that really should have been retired decades ago. In fact, some would argue that in a historical sense, the resort transfers to their final French Alps destinations were perhaps the most unpleasant experiences of the trip as a whole. Mercifully, times have changed to say the least….
Snowboarding and skiing may share the same basic gravity-based movement principle, but when it comes to the skills needed to take part, the two are different as chalk and cheese. It never fails to surprise and indeed amuse as to how many well-versed skiers strap on a board for the first time and expect to instantly be the next Drew Tabke, only to find it near impossible to travel a yard without bruising their behind. This should come as comfort…
There is little in the world more fun than hurtling down a mountainside at breakneck speed, but it really doesn’t take a genius to know that there are safer pursuits in life. Skiing doesn’t have to be inherently dangerous, but there are numerous risks attached to the sport that must be understood and kept in mind by any rational person looking to take part. So keep reading if you want to stay safe, with our 10 essential ski safety tips….
The French Alps may be the destination of choice for ski-bunnies by the million over the winter months, but if you think this gorgeous area of the world sleeps all summer long, think again. In fact, the peaks and valleys of the French Alps take on a whole new life in the warmer months while the snow makes its annual retreat, therefore if you’re looking for something to keep your inner fire burning until winter once again rolls around, consider…
When the winter months set in and ski season once again hits its peak, Geneva airport is transformed into one of the world’s busiest for skiers and snowboarders all heading for the French Alps. Located just a stone’s throw away from some of the most enviable ski resorts to be found anywhere in Europe, Geneva is becoming the airport of choice for weekenders, long-stayers, pro and bargain-hunters alike. Probably the most appealing factor of all with UK skiers is the…
It is already that wonderful time of the year when thousands of Brits with dreams of a white Christmas finally start thinking about booking their festive break to the French Alps – only to find they’d need a second mortgage to do so. For all its magic and wonder, there’s little disputing the way in which so many tour operators, airlines and so on relish the opportunity to fleece us to within an inch of our lives and bleed us…
Once you’ve found your way to your chosen destination in the Alps and decide to go on a bit of an adventure, chances are you’ll wonder why you didn’t rent a car sooner. Each and every person and family lucky enough to travel over the Alps by car comes away with some of the most incredible memories and a renewed belief that the journey can often by far more inspiring than the destination. Driving around the region even for a…
