The resort of Chamonix is infamous for its ski areas but, contrary to several other traditional ski resorts, its snowboarding fields are unlinked.
Indeed Chamonix Mont Blanc has five different ski domains – Les Grands Montets, the wooded area of Les Houches, sunny Brevent, Le Flegere and last but not least the snowboarder’s favourite Le [...]

Self Catering Flats Brighton apartments and flats are a brilliant way to revel in the facilities of Brighton and Hove at a price range that you decide and a comfort level thats suits you! Holiday Flats and Apartments allows you to take care of everyone – with your own kitchen and laundry facilities you can [...]

I spent part of my honeymoon there, and had to conclude it must be one of the best European honeymoon destinations possible. You don

Chamonix Haute Savoie is situated at the base of the wonderful Monte Bianco in France and is generally regarded as the Alpine climbing and extreme ski holiday epi centre of Europe. The resort has been known for a long time as a real resort for extreme activities during both summer and winter seasons. Chamonix hosted [...]

Today, Norm Goldman, Editor of sketchandtravel.com and bookpleasures.com is pleased to have as a guest Tom Savvides, expert on Greece and co-owner of National Travel Service Inc located in Livingston, New Jersey.
Thanks Tom for accepting our invitation to be interviewed.
NORM:
Can you tell our readers something about yourself and your expertise pertaining to Greece and the [...]

Two of my favorite holidays come in June – Flag Day on June 14, and Father’s Day, this year on June 18.
What I particularly love about Flag Day is that it gives us an opportunity to be patriotic without all the red-white-and-blue hoopla of the Fourth of July. You never see blonde bimbos draped over [...]

One of the best things about having a growing family is being able to set new family holiday traditions. Some families will carry on traditions from their childhood … others are eager to set their own traditions. Here are a few ideas of activities to share with your family during this special season.
1) Choose a [...]

If you want a brilliant combination of British Seaside Charm and the Adrenaline Fixes of some water sports, you should really consider going to Hayling.
The island’s miles of unspoilt coastline and countryside also offer a haven of peace and tranquillity, where visitors can walk, cycle or relax.
It is said that windsurfing was invented on Hayling [...]

Madrid and the attractions of southern Spain tend to get all of the attention. In the northern part of the country, Santander, Zargoza and Vigo are hidden gems.
Santander
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, Santander is a city going about its business. Squeezed between mountains and the harbor, the city is narrow and long. [...]

Prices vary tremendously throughout Europe, but rest assured, you’ll always find somewhere to eat that’s within your budget.
France is known for its good food and its high prices, but that’s mostly true if you are choosing from the Michelin guide by the number of stars the establishment has. Away from the big cities, you’ll [...]