Monthly Archives: April 2009

Ski Holidays – 10 Myths Exposed

If you are new to skiing, the whole idea of going on a ski holiday can be quite daunting. On a number of occasions I have seen people who have never skied before worry about things which just aren’t true. … Continue reading

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Castor Mountain – Ski at the End of the World

Located in a dream place, Castor Mountain Ski Resort is the most exclusive winter center of Argentina, located at the south hill of the mountain, where is protected to the winds and its excellent snow can be compared to the … Continue reading

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Bulgaria Ski Packages – Are You Getting Your Moneys Worth?

Bulgaria ski packages really are starting to come to the forefront of ski holidays in Europe. Both markets for long holidays and short breaks, first time skiers and seasoned veterans are catered for everyone looking for something a little different … Continue reading

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Chapelco Mountain, Magical Snow Forest

This wonderful ski resort is located at 21 kilometers from the picturesque and beautiful city of San Martin de los Andes, inside mountains Chapelco and counting with forests in the middle of the ski runs, so you can ski through … Continue reading

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A Day Sking in Alpe D'Huez

As is typical of a weeks winter ski holiday with us, I offered the guests one day skiing in Alpe d’Huez. When you buy a 6 day ski pass at Les Deux Alpes you get a couple of days free … Continue reading

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New York City by Sailboat

When thinking of New York, images of bustling streets, crowded subways cars, overflowing sidewalks, street performers, endless buildings and hordes of tourists come to mind. Central Park, China Town, Downtown, Hells Kitchen, Wall Street and Times Square. But how many … Continue reading

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A Family Yacht Charter Holiday With Children

Yacht Charters can often be amazing holidays, but many people are nervous about chartering with children. They worry that, aside from the obvious safety reasons, the kids will also be out of control because of insufficient space on board for … Continue reading

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Learn About Radar Reflectors For Sailboats

A cruising yachtsmans’ worst nightmare is being run down by a merchant vessel, particularly at night, far offshore. Statistics however, show us that this is far more likely to happen close to shore in busy shipping lanes where the density … Continue reading

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The 3 Types of Sails – And Find Out How to Make Them Work For You!

There are three main types of sails that can be seen on dinghies and yachts and that you will always here about in sailing. They look different and do completely different things. They are… * The Mainsail * The Genoa/Gib … Continue reading

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Choosing Your Ideal Boat

For a first time boat buyer, locating your perfect boat can be a difficult task. There are many parts that should be applied when boat shopping. Following are some things to consider when purchasing a boat. Ask yourself, “What is … Continue reading

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