A Grand Day Out in Geneva
Spending Time in Geneva Looking for a grand day out? Or perhaps, a short Springtime break? Then look no further, Geneva combines beauty and sophistication…
Lausanne – the city of athletes
Lausanne is a city of athletes, but not for the reason you might think! It’s famous for its Gothic cathedral, its stunning art galleries, and…
Lake Geneva and The Birth of Submarine Tourism
What do Tintin, Star Trek and Lake Geneva have in common? Discover the story of the world’s largest tourist submarine, the Auguste Piccard, and its connection to the lake.
Three Magical Gardens near Evian les Bains
What makes a magical garden? A patchwork of colour, a portion of mystery, a pinch of timelessness but above all a sprinkle of creative genius.
10 Romantic Things to do in Evian
There are so many romantic things to do in Evian. If you’re celebrating St Valentine’s Day or just looking for a short romantic break then…
The Magic of Christmas – Sensational Christmas Markets by Lake Geneva
Don’t you just love the magic of Christmas? Discover a few of the sensational Christmas markets to be found close to Evian Les Bains. Listen…
Skiing in France and other winter activities
There’s plenty of skiing in the Haute Savoie but why not try snowshoeing, ski touring, cross country skiing, ski joering, horse-drawn sledges, dog sledging, snowcat tours, or snow yoga?
Tartiflette – the Ultimate Comfort Food
Here in Thollon Les Memises in the Haute Savoie, overlooking Lac Leman (Lake Geneva), we eat a lot of Tartiflette, especially in the winter
A Beginner’s Guide to Snow Shoeing
A Beginner’s Guide to Snowshoeing Snowshoeing? Not for me! I’d always thought snowshoeing was just for wimps. However, I’m a convert and in this beginner’s…
Mistletoe and Wine
I have a confession to make…..I’m a mistletoe addict. If I had my way the Xmas tree would be out, and a small bare oak…