• Ski Holidays in Slovenia – Top 5 Low Budget Resorts for Beginners

    Skiing, The Active Traveller, Weekend | 17th December, 2011 | Comment?

    Skiing

    Skiing is a great sport for all ages. If you are new to the slopes, you may be looking for recommendations for good ski resorts you’ll enjoy. This guide will help you choose the best Slovenian ski holidays and resorts for people new to the sport. If you’re budget-conscious, you may want to take a look at the Slovenian ski resorts too… they are very affordable.

    While skiing has never been a cheap sport, by the time you have bought your clothing, booked your vacation and rented the equipment you require, added all those extras like insurance, skiing lessons and a lift pass, you may feel you need to take out a loan. You may be asking yourself if it is..

  • Where to Go when you Travel to Switzerland

    The Active Traveller, Weekend | 17th December, 2011 | Comment?

    Switzerland

    Switzerland is known for numerous items: its cold climate, mountainous topography and its political neutrality, which is possibly brought on by its topographical seclusion and being one of the top mountainous countries in Europe. In actuality, numerous Swiss people, in particular those who reside in the Swiss Alps still preserve their cultivation, traditions and Alpine characteristics, pretty much untainted by the marks of the modern civilizations with predominance habitants build around Laax.

    More than 70 percent of its land space is covered by the Swiss Alps which is known for its jagged peaks and steep gorges. For instance, The Pennine Alps range, contains..

  • Historical Hotels in Prague, Czech Republic

    Noticed That Place?, The Active Traveller, Weekend | 27th November, 2011 | Comment?

    Old Town in Prague

    The history of Prague is reflected in its hotels. The city dating back to the 9th Century, has been historically, and is today, a crossroads between ancient and modern worlds. It’s a city that has throughout its existence continually reinvented itself. As a result, Prague offers an array of historical hotels representing each of its bygone eras.

  • Load Up For Trout Fishing in Scotland

    Feature Reportage, The Active Traveller, Travel & Food | 21st September, 2011 | Comment?

    Fly fishing in Scotland

    Fishing is a sport that allows its participants to enjoy not only the great outdoors, but the beauty and wholesome lifestyle that come with it. You can travel the world over, and find beautiful spots to explore, but I believe one of the most amazing adventures would be trout fishing in Scotland!
    A Scottish Fishing Adventure
    Imagine the historic, ancient sites, and the thousands of lochs and rivers that have run consistently for generations. Now, factor in that Scotland offers some of..

  • Make-You-Feel-Good Spas in Germany

    The Active Traveller | 19th September, 2011 | Comment?

    Spa in Germany

    As I drove through the quaint, old town of Baden-Baden, I saw signs to the Rheumazentrum or health center. It sounded interesting so I followed the signs to it. Upon arriving, I discovered the old spa called Freidreichsbad and the new one called Caracalla Therme (term-a).

    I went into Freidreichsbad and signed up for their routine. Men and women were segregated as it was nude. First I was instructed to take a shower then was instructed to go into..

  • Sea Kayaking in Scotland

    The Active Traveller | 10th March, 2011 | Comment?

    Lake in Scotland

    Sea kayaking has been the fastest growing outdoor activity in Scotland for the last 10 years, according to many sources including VisitScotland.

    Sea kayaking really does sound like something new and exiting. In the last few years you could clearly see an increase of sea kayaks in and off the water (on car roofs). One can only guess why it has become so popular recently. However, looking at pictures and thinking of the novel way of travelling..

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