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Mountain walking holidays
By on 31/08/2010 19:30:42
Three top trips for mountain walkers
FOR BODY BENEFITS Wendy Golledge finds action and adventure in the French Alps When my friend suggested we head to a ski resort in June, I was dubious. Summer is for beaches and sipping cocktails by the pool; winter is for bombing down mountains
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Ride the Mountain Bike World Cup course
By Nicola Davenport on 09/05/2011 14:34:34
Put your own skills to the test on a full loop of the 6km course at Dalby Forest, Yorkshire
Load up your mountain bike and head to the Dalby Dare in Yorkshire for your chance to both watch the exciting UK leg of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup, as well as ride the course yourself.Finishing under the World Cup arch, keen non
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How to climb Mt Kilimanjaro
By on 28/11/2011 08:08:13
There's more than one way up Africa's highest mountain. Speed or success: which one would you choose?
If lightweight celebrities can do it (Gary Barlow, Chris Moyles, Cheryl Cole, among others) then so can you.But do bear in mind that scaling 5,895m nearly 20,000ft Mount Kilimanjaro, at 5,895m (nearly 20,000ft) Africa's highest mountain, is no mean
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Snowboarding in Whistler, Canada
By on 12/08/2010 16:16:54
Powder junkie? Head to famous Whistler in Canada for amazing snowboarding
'Where the hell are we?' I say to my friend after our first run of the holiday. Both of us stare blankly at the Whistler Blackcomb trail map. 'Errr, here?' he points. 'Wrong mountain,' I reply nervously. It's been half an hour since we left Whistler
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Ski and spa in Åre
By Maria Realf on 07/09/2010 17:01:29
Discover your adventurous side in Åre, Sweden - and massages away nerves
fact, the area hosted the 2007 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships), but if that's not really your scene, there are many other activities on offer, atoo. First up for me is a snowmobile safari, scaling a nearby mountain on something that resembles a
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Ski and spa in La Clusaz
By Anna Melville-James on 07/09/2010 17:01:23
Party on the piste in France's Massif des Aravis
, the Massif offers five mountains with 132km of groomed runs. And by night, four times a season, it holds the wildest party on the piste, when one of the village's ski lift stays open from 9pm to 1am, allowing you to ski the Cret du Merle piste
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Ski and spa in Villars
By Caroline Hamman on 07/09/2010 17:08:32
Settle into the relaxed vibe of Villars, Switzerland: a ski weekend that doesn't need to be rushed
chalet. I have panoramic views of Les Dents du Midi mountains from my bedroom-suite balcony, two restaurants to choose from and ski rental just around the corner. But it's the spa that really hits the spot. With private Jacuzzis, sauna, steam
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3 of the best: no flight ski resorts
By Caroline Hamman on 18/02/2011 16:14:57
If you're not only on a budget, but eco-minded too, then try these three for size
FERRY TO Alpe d'Huez, France.Channel-hop by night from Poole or Portsmouth to Cherbourg: save money and do your bit for the planet. Drive straight down at your own pace: so little stress, we're huge fans.JOURNEY TIME: UK to resort in 11¼ hours. 7 nights at Les Bergers apartments...
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5 excuses to book a ski holiday
By on 04/11/2011 08:19:00
Need to justify that winter break? Forget the cost, think about the health benefits of a week on skis
Fresh high altitude air, days out in the open, hours of exercise: keep the apres-ski in check and you'll come back from your ski or snowboard holiday far fitter than you went away. And it's fun too.Need any more justification for booking a trip? Check out these five reasons from ...
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Beginner skier in Chamonix, France
By Sarah Mason on 07/09/2010 15:35:40
Learn your first parallel turns on the nursery slopes of Chamonix, France
For years I've wanted to learn to ski, so I jump at the chance to join friends hiring a chalet in Argentière, one of the villages in the resort of Chamonix in France. But I'm full of trepidation. I've heard stories of fearless five year olds whooshing past oldies like me on the s...
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