Long weekend trips can be a great way to get away from the humdrum and pressures of work and home without having to sacrifice too much money or time. The great thing is that you can fit in a fair few long weekend breaks because they only need you to use a couple of your vacation days every time.    Here are our top tips for planning the best long weekend getaway possible to help you plan even better short vacations this year. Plan your budget   The first step before deciding on a location for your long weekend trip is to determine your budget. Because not everyone can afford…

Courchevel  ̶  Your Guide To This Gorgeous Ski Resort When you want a snow sports holiday that showcases the best of the French Alps, it’s hard to see past Courchevel.  This terrific Tarentaise snow sports  location in the Three Valleys actually comprises four villages  ̶  Courchevel 1850, Courchevel 1650, Courchevel 1550 and Courchevel 1300 (the names correspond with their altitudes in metres).  For legendary Alpine hospitality, awesome accommodation, high-altitude skiing, sumptuous cuisine and boundless natural beauty, it doesn’t get much better than this.  Still not convinced? You’ll definitely be tempted after reading our quick guide to classy Courchevel.  Pristine pistes A fine complement of shaded north-facing runs and a high…

Camping In Summer: The Essentials You Need To Pack   Layering. That is the key to any successful trip out into the wild. If you are doing any camping out in the woods or mountains, then the weather can change quickly.    Being able to layer up when it’s cold and strip down when it gets hot is essential.   What else does it take to have a successful summer camping trip?    There are a few simple ways to have the best trip just by some planning ahead.   In this article, I will go over some of the essentials that you need to make the outdoors fun again!…

5 Reasons to Invest in a Camper   Camping is incredibly popular in the U.S., with nearly 42 million people enjoying it in 2017, according to Statista.com. These days, there are lots of options for camper rentals, including RVs, making it easy find out if owning a camper is really for you before making a bigger investment. Picking up an RV rental in Vancouver and heading out on a road trip throughout British Columbia or even across the entire country of Canada could make for vacation of a lifetime while getting a feel for the camping life. Whether you’re an avid camping enthusiast and are thinking about an upgrade from…

  Six Reasons To Book A Luxury Villa For Your Next Vacation   If you are like most people, you probably don’t get a chance to go on vacation very often. That is why it is so important to make the most of every minute when you do get a chance to get away. Planning the perfect vacation starts by choosing the right accommodations. Instead of going with a traditional hotel room, why not opt for something a little bit more unique and luxurious? Renting a luxury villa is a great alternative to staying in a hotel or booking a room at a resort. Here are six reasons why you…