Booking your next holiday is so exciting, and sometimes you just don’t expect it to go wrong. Phishing scams are becoming increasingly common and holiday companies are a prime target because if a scammer can even defraud one person out of a deposit, then that has the potential to be in the thousands of pounds. Scammers are placing false adverts on accommodation websites to trick holidaymakers out of their hard-earned money. They also use methods such as hacking email inboxes and replying to emails as someone else, in this case, a holiday property owner. They sometimes even create a new email a ..read more

It’s almost the Easter holidays, and what better way to celebrate than with a ski holiday? Enjoy an Easter Egg Hunt with snowy mountains in the background. Here are some great reasons to go skiing over Easter. It’s a little bit warmer at Easter, plus the days are longer! Don’t worry, it’s still cold enough for snow, but it just means the weather won’t be bitterly cold. This is great if you’re a beginner, when there’s usually some standing around during lessons whilst you’re learning. The views are also spectacular with blue skies and snow-capped mountains. With longer days it also means you c ..read more

It’s the time of year where the Christmas tree has come down, and we’re all thinking about how to shift the figgy pudding from our waistlines. You might even feel a little bit like this snowman. We’re all back in the office, and it’s no wonder that January can feel a little dismal. Well, we have the answer! Why not go skiing and embrace the fresh air, the slopes, and the beautiful views? If you’re going to deal with cold weather, you might as well do it where there are loads of snow and skiing opportunities! Why January is secretly great for ski holidays! January is arguably the best time for ..read more

With your next ski holiday around the corner, we’re here to help with all your preparations. From getting into skiing shape, to discussing what ski gear you might need, this blog will take you through the final two steps so you can have that perfect holiday. Step 3: Couch to ski slope! Skiing is great fun, and also beneficial to your wellbeing like any physical activity. There are a few exercises you can do to get yourself in skiing shape. First off, skiing engages a lot of your leg muscles. Squats are a great exercise to engage with your quadrilaterals and glutes. You can also get on the Stai ..read more

With the next ski season around the corner, we’re here to help with all the ways you can prepare for your next skiing holiday. Throughout this two-part blog, we’ll take you through a few of the different resorts you could visit, the benefits of renting a chalet, exercises for skiing, and the equipment you’ll need. Step 1: Which resort is best for you? There are some brilliant resorts to visit, depending on which country you would like to go to. At ChaletFinder we have a huge range of locations to suit your needs, including Andorra, Austria, Canada, France, Italy, Switzerland, Bulgaria, Norway ..read more

Blog – The Ultimate Foodie Guide: Classic French Mountain Dishes You Need to Try   If you’re going on a ski holiday in the French Alps, then you need to know about all the best ski cuisine there is to eat. The French Alps are well known for its melt in the mouth food and hearty style of cooking. Not to mention their love for cheese! You cannot leave France without trying at least one of these dishes.  Warning! Don’t read this on an empty stomach…  The Ultimate Foodie Guide: Classic French Mountain Dishes You Need to Try Starting off with a classic we have Fondue  This dish ..read more

Top Tips on Finding the Best Flights Every Time In 2022   Finding the perfect flight can be hard, especially if you’re planning on travelling during peak holiday season. For any trip that involves flying, your flight is the starting point of the trip. You can’t book any holiday without knowing which arrival and departure times are available for when you plan to travel.  Also considering if they fit within your budget. Whether you’re a solo traveller, or a family looking for a holiday abroad, finding cheap flights can be the ultimate deal breaker when deciding where to visit. Our team ..read more

Skiing Stereotypes – Which One Are You? This guest blog is brought to you by Chalet Beau Soleil   All sports have stereotypes for their participants and skiing is no different. Working in the industry means you get to see and work with almost all of them! While none of them are completely true, like all stereotypes, you might recognise some of the traits below! We thought it would be fun to introduce our team here at Chalet Beau Soleil and their not so accurate ski stereotype! Guest Blog- Skiing Stereotypes- Which One Are You?   We’ll start with Kathryn… Your host and a typically m ..read more

Blog – Summer In the Alps: Which Resort to Visit for Mountain Sport   Whether you’re a family with young children or even teenagers looking for a family holiday in the alps, an alfresco couple looking for an outdoors activity holiday, or maybe you’re just a group of friends looking for an adventure holiday, whatever it may be, this guide will help you find your perfect summer mountain holiday destination.     Mountain biking in Les Gets, France   Les Gets is undoubtedly the most popular destination for mountain biking across Europe. The French village has been a pioneering ..read more

Guest Blog- Morzine Snow Shoeing From Morin   If you want to get out there and into the fresh air and away from it all but think that winter sports is the work of the Devil…  Think Again!  Snow shoeing is definitely the work of the Fayres. It’s truly magical.   With a fresh dump of snow overnight six of us set out for a great day– literally off the beaten track. Instead of speeding our way down the pistes, or avoiding those that do, we went into the woods with our guide. Guides are essential. Their knowledge of the flora and fauna of the mountains as well as the trails wil ..read more