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May 7, 2012June 5, 2012

Discovering Museums Gadagne in Lyon

Start by admiring this building in the early sixteenth century. Revised by a Florentine family, this is one of the most beautiful buildings in Lyon. Bought in the early twentieth century by the city, it is now the setting for two museums, one in the history of the city of Lyon and Puppets of the World.

In the first, you will find a chronological history of the city, from antiquity to the present. In nearly thirty rooms, different objects are presented, showing drawings or engravings of the past Lyon. Continue reading “Discovering Museums Gadagne in Lyon”

May 5, 2012May 8, 2017

Beach holiday in Mexico

Preferred destination for Westerners in search of sun and beautiful beaches, Mexico is a country seduced by the beauty of its coastline.

Renowned for its warmth, its beautiful beaches and party atmosphere, Mexico is a country in which we are never bored. All kinds of activities and leisure resorts will offer guests, for all ages and all tastes!

Rent an apartment in the state of Guerrero, on the stunning bay of Acapulco, to discover the beaches of Pie de la Cuesta, ideal to watch a sunset, La Quebrada, well known for scuba diving, or the Playa La Condesa and its luxury restaurants. For romantic holiday, the El Morro Creek is ideal for quiet… Continue reading “Beach holiday in Mexico”

May 2, 2012June 5, 2012

Off-piste skiing in Alaska

What free-rider has never dreamed of slipping on the steep slopes of Alaska, in 50 cm of untracked powder with breathtaking scenery?

Surrounded by impressive glaciers overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the chain of the Chugach Mountains is an incredible place to live an experience out of the ordinary: the off-piste skiing on walls of snow very steep (50°) with a vertical drop of at least 3000m.

The snow quality is such that the avalanche risk, although there is relatively low especially since this snow sticks. However, it should have a good level and be used off-piste ski if you want to compete with the mountains of Alaska and experience this fascinating during skiing holiday. Continue reading “Off-piste skiing in Alaska”

April 30, 2012June 5, 2012

The tower of Sainte-Suzanne

This is a real immersion in the Middle Ages that invite Gilles Raab and his wife Claudine. Since 1990, this passionate actor, former stuntman, goes up every year in this old farm, a show featuring jousting. Collaborating deemed historian, Regine Pernoud, specialist in this unknown period, it is the undisputed assaults of castles and medieval battles.

The farm has been completely reshaped by it for the sake of the cause. This is a true copy of what was to be a big castle in the Middle Ages, that is to say, in the twelfth century. To you now donning the costume back in time and become, within a night (or maybe more!) the new lord of La Ferte-Clairbois. Continue reading “The tower of Sainte-Suzanne”

April 28, 2012June 16, 2020

Mauritius: A dream destination in winter

Rain, cold wind, dark clouds … you just can not more? Escape away from the dullness of the daily depressing, winter that never ends, you in dream? The Mauritius, pearl of the Indian Ocean, is for you!

Leave for Mauritius is to be immersed in the heart of a perfect postcard. Coconut trees, sandy beaches, coral reefs … the scenery is assured. You can even dive with the dolphins! If you prefer hiking, this volcanic island will satisfy your passion, particularly with the discovery of Trou aux Cerfs, a beautiful crater. The garden of Pamplemousse where you can enjoy a lush and colorful flora.

This island always pleasant temperature (between 22-30° C by the sea) indulges in the sweetness of life. Continue reading “Mauritius: A dream destination in winter”

April 26, 2012June 10, 2012

Enjoy the May 1 for a getaway in Europe

The bridge of May 1 is coming and you do not know what to do to enjoy your days off? Destinations that make dream many in Europe; you should have no trouble finding the place!

Rome in May
Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum, the Vatican or the column of Trajan are waiting for a few days in ancient Rome. You will enjoy the Latin charm of this city where life is good! Equally sunny cities like Athens, Lisbon, Seville or Cordoba or even in Spain, also attractive destinations when a few days off. Continue reading “Enjoy the May 1 for a getaway in Europe”

April 24, 2012June 6, 2012

Where to swim with dolphins?

Swim with dolphins… a dream that many people immutable wish to achieve or simply relive… So a simple question comes to mind, where swimming with dolphins?

Yes, seas and oceans are vast. Especially today, we can also realize this dream close to home in the water parks.

If you’ used to spend your holiday in the south, made a detour to Mandelieu where a fantastic adventure awaits you. In the Pelagos Sanctuary, a nature reserve which was identified nearly 25 000 dolphins, you can embark on a whole day to meet them. The departures are possible from Marseille, Cannes, Corsica or the Lavandou. Still in the Mediterranean, specifically off Marseille, you can participate in scouting by airplane dolphins but also whales and sperm whales. Continue reading “Where to swim with dolphins?”

April 22, 2012May 8, 2017

Take your pet on holiday

Go on vacation without your pet can be heartbreaking … Here are some tips for traveling with your pet!

The first important thing is to check if the country where you are traveling accepts many foreign animals… If so, need to pay attention to the vaccination and identification.

Indeed, be it a dog, cat or ferret, it needs to be current on its vaccines, in particular rabies, and it is clearly identified by a microchip and/or tattoo. In addition, should bring its health certificate (or passport). Continue reading “Take your pet on holiday”

April 19, 2012July 2, 2012

Go on holiday in Dubai

If you are talking about a luxury vacation, of enormous size, artificial islands and skyscrapers at will, you guessed it … You are in Dubai!

Do you dream of luxury or just an incredible experience to tell your friends? Dubai is the ideal destination for your dream! And guarantee of vacation where you can’t get bored. Indeed, the unusual places almost out of the imagination are many in Dubai.

Starting with one of the great curiosities of the country: Ski Dubai. At the heart of the Arab Emirate in the subtropical climate and the center of the huge shopping center Mall of Emirates stands an indoor ski slope of 400 meters long. You will understand, because the sandy beaches were not enough, Dubai has decided to offer a bit of holiday snow despite a winter that never drops below 20° C. Continue reading “Go on holiday in Dubai”

April 17, 2012June 7, 2012

On vacation, beware of pickpockets!

When you go on vacation, beware of pickpockets. In subways, at bus stops, in queues to enter the museums or reach the most famous monuments, even inside buildings, pickpockets have several fields of predilections.

Also, a few precautions. When you travel for a few days or just the weekend to visit a place, avoid wearing expensive jewelry that could arouse lust. Similarly if you take money in cash on you, divide the either between you if you’re several or several pockets and bags that you have on you. Consider preparing a wallet for current expenses of travel tickets, drinks, meals, entrance tickets and souvenirs. This saves you from having to open such large purse or bag and show your wallet in public. Continue reading “On vacation, beware of pickpockets!”