In our opinion, Tignes is one of the most modern and innovative ski resorts in France and we want to tell you why you should think about taking ski holidays in Tignes!
The ski resort of Tignes is linked with the famous ski resort of Val d’Isere to form the Espace Killy ski area. The Espace Killy is named after the famous French skier Jean Claude Killy who came from the area. Ok that’s great but ….
1) Is the snow any good?
Oh yeah! Tignes is a snow sure resort and is open for longer than any other ski resort in the French alps. It is even possible to ski Tignes in the summer and in fact a Ski Bikini Contest is held each year in August. So Tignes have great snow all year round making it fantastic for ski holidays!
2) What sort of skiing is there?
Well Tignes is a ski resort that has something for everyone whatever level of skier you. There are over 300km of pistes in the Espace Killy, 23 greens, 66 blues, 40 reds and 27 black runs. Add to that an incredible off piste ski area as well and there’s no way you’ll be bored!
3) Hey, what about New Skool Skiing?
Oh yeah have you got a treat!! Reckon you’ve got the moves? Then get them photographed and filmed in the Swatch Snowpark! Beginner or expert freestyle skier, they are all posted on the internet at www.swatch.com. If you fancy trying some new tricks then try out the NEW Big Airbag – grab the big air but have a soft landing on the soft air mattress.
4) What is the transport in the ski resort like?
All skiers know what its like to hang around for ages waiting for the ski bus to arrive. Well not on your ski holidays in Tignes, the ski buses run all day until about midnight every 10 minutes up and down the valley between the two main villages of Tignes Le Lac and Tignes Val Claret.
5) Ok so I want to go skiing in Tignes but where can I stay?
There are a huge number of hotels and apartments in Tignes that cater to all budgets so you won’t be short of somewhere to stay. At Azzure Holidays we have a number of luxury ski apartments with swimming pools, saunas and hot tubs, but just the same there are a number of hostels in Tignes for those on a budget.
Well there are plenty of other reasons to take a ski holiday in Tignes such as the fantastic outdoor New Year party with world famous DJs and fireworks or maybe drop by for the X-Games in March. See you know all the reasons to take a ski holiday in Tignes we’ll be seeing you on the slopes!
Archive for September, 2010
5 Reasons for Ski Holidays in the French Ski Resort of Tignes
Thursday, September 30th, 2010Explore Golden Triangle Tours to Have Deep Insight into Rich Cultural Heritage of India
Tuesday, September 28th, 2010The Golden Triangle is one of the most sought after tourist circuits of India located in northern part of the county. The circuit covers three predominant and historical cities of India. They are Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. The tour starts from Delhi and ends at Delhi. The tour presents true color of India with Red Fort, India Gate and Qutub Minar in Delhi; Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Itmad-Ud-Daullah in Agra; and Hawa Mahal and Amber Fort in Jaipur – the Pink City of India. Tourists have a wonderful opportunity to have a deep insight into the rich cultural heritage of India with this fascinating journey in northern India. The golden triangle tour starts from Delhi – the national capital of India and ends at Delhi.
Delhi presents perfect amalgamation of age old charm and modern charm. With several heritage and historical monuments, Delhi has been one of the most sought after tourist places in India. It attracts tourists through out the entire world. It is also base to visit almost all the major tourist places of northern India. There are three UNESCO world heritage sites in this city namely Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Jama Masjid. Red Fort, built by mughal emperor Shah Jahan, is one of the most opulent mughal monuments. The Qutub Minar is the longest brick & stone minaret in the world. Humayun’s Tomb is a beautiful tomb containing tomb of mughal emperor Humayun’s and some other mughals. India Gate, Lotus Temple and Akshardham Temple are other worth visit attractions of Delhi tourism. Akshardham Temple is the largest Hindu temple complex in the world.
Agra is central attractions of golden triangle tours with world famous Taj Mahal – one of the seven wonders of the world. Agra attracts a big number of tourists from all over the world. Taj Mahal, India’s star tourist attraction is the most popular attraction of Agra tourism. Agra Red Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daullah Tomb (the Baby Taj or the Little Taj Mahal), Fatehpur Sikri, Buland Darwaza, etc are other attractions of Agra, one of the most sought after tour places in India.
Jaipur, lovingly known as the Pink City of India, is the state capital of Rajasthan. It is the first well-planned city of India. It was built by Maharaja Sawai Singh Ji the ruler of Amer. City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort, Jal Mahal, Ram Bagh Palace, Ram Niwas Palace, Albert Hall Museum, Moti Dungri, etc are prime attractions of Jaipur. Rajasthan tours and travels.
So, embark on golden triangle tour, a famous India travel package, and explore rich cultural heritage of India.
Orland Is More Than Just a Tourist Destination
Thursday, September 23rd, 2010Orlando is located centrally in Florida. Originally the center of a major citrus growing region, Orlando is a city now heavily urbanized with various industries. The Orlando metropolitan area has a population of 2,082,628 as per US Census Bureau estimates. Today, Orlando is a major tourist destination. Most parts of Orlando are wetlands, consisting of many lakes and swamps. The area is dotted with hundreds of lakes, the largest of which is Lake Apopka. The terrain is generally flat, making the land fairly low and wet. The city has a warm and humid subtropical climate. Today, Orlando is a major tourist destination.Tourism plays an important part in driving Orlando’s economy. It is home to Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort and Sea World Orlando. Millions of tourists flock to the city every year to sample its diverse culture and natural resources. The Orange County Convention Center, expanded in 2004 to over two million square feet of exhibition space, is now the second-largest convention complex in terms of space, trailing only McCormick Place in Chicago. The city vies with Chicago and Las Vegas for hosting the most convention attendees in the United States.The Walt Disney World resort is the area’s largest attraction with its many facets such as the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Typhoon Lagoon, Blizzard Beach, and Downtown Disney. SeaWorld Orlando is a large park that features numerous zoological displays and marine animals alongside an amusement park with roller coasters and Water Park. Universal Orlando, like Walt Disney World, is a multi-faceted resort comprising Universal Studios Florida, CityWalk, Islands of Adventure, and the Wet n’ Wild water park. Orlando attractions also appeal to many locals who want to enjoy themselves close to home.If Orlando is in your mind and you plan to stay here, there are a quite a few townhome communities to explore: Lake Mary Landings Townhomes stands tall when it comes to convenience. This appealing community is set upon a picturesque atmosphere and a variety of townhome designs as well as an extensive list of interior appointments, all within a highly-desirable Lake Mary location easily accessible to major roadways such as Interstate 4, 17-92 and 417. Here, residents will enjoy a tranquil environment and a low-maintenance lifestyle in the heart of Seminole county. Some of the prominent features of the community includes a playground and quality schools to take care of your kid’s education. Prairie Lake Reserve is Park Square’s new custom-designed townhome community. One can enjoy the care-free lifestyle that a townhome community typifies apart from offering easy access to nearby malls, shops, restaurants and entertainment. Minutes from major expressways it is close to the West Orange Trail-a waterhole for hikers and bikers alike. It also has a wonderful community pool and cabana. Prairie Lake Reserve offers all the convenience of townhome living as well as the many joys of home ownership.Built with utmost care, Heritage Commons Townhomes sports eSMART features that save energy, conserve water and improve indoor air quality. The Gated Community Entrance, Resort-style pool with covered cabana, and tot lot playground, it has a top rated Seminole County School District, Located within walking distance to shops, restaurants, grocery stores, Red Bug Lake Park, it also offers easy access to Orlando International Airport.SummerBrooke Townhomes is located in Mount Dora is part of a charming and distinctive lakeside town set among the rolling hills of Lake County. The scenic beauty of this town beckons you to enjoy the nature walk on Palm Island or stroll around the trails for stunning lake views or to watch romantic sunsets. SummerBrooke is located just two miles from Mount Dora’s great restaurants and historic downtown shopping district so you’ll have easy access to everything you need. Facilities include a community clubhouse with a pool, recreation areas and lush green parks. Experience one of Mount Dora’s best kept secrets at SummerBrooke!