RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023
A Guide to the 9 Rugby World Cup 2023 Stadiums in France
Whether you’re a diehard fan of seeing serious scrummaging and terrific tries or just curious about glimpsing some great sporting action up close, it’s worth putting the Rugby World Cup 2023 dates in your diary! This landmark event is fast approaching and will be taking place all over France from Friday the 8th of September to Saturday the 28th of …
Skiing in Austria: Top Five Slopes for All Levels
Thinking about hitting the slopes this winter? Whether you like to snowboard or ski, Austria’s alpine landscape is a favourite for anyone that appreciates après and is even perfect for first-timers. When it comes to Austrian ski resorts, there are plenty of great destinations to enjoy the season from December to April. These months are the ideal time for an …
Travel to France with P&O Ferries for the Ryder Cup 2018
This year the Ryder Cup takes place in continental Europe for just the second time in its 42-tournament history. The quiet town of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, found around 30km southwest of Paris, welcomes the best European and American players between 25-30 September.
5 of the Best Surf Spots in Europe
It may have been the Californian wilds that got The Beach Boys yearning for a longer summer – but head to any of these surf spots in Europe and you’ll soon agree that they could have been crooning about coastlines much closer to home.
8 top tips for travelling to the Tour de France 2018
Want to celebrate the 105th birthday of the Tour de France in person? The race is one of the most popular sporting events in the world, and there’s nothing quite like experiencing the electric atmosphere for yourself. Getting a good view of your cycling idols as they battle it out in person is actually much easier than you might think, …
Easy Cycling Holidays in Europe
We love watching the world’s greats defeat the cobbled monsters of the French and Belgian Classics at this time of year – but we need a bit more training before we’re taking on those routes. And while the thought that one day it could be us reaching the top of the Koppenberg, for now we’re happy to spend our holiday …
Cycling Trips in Apeldoorn
For those who prefer the petrol-free way of life, the land of tulips, cheese markets, and perfectly frothed beer might just be paradise for those hunting for a cycling holiday in Europe. Alongside Denmark, the Netherlands is the most bike-friendly nation in Europe, with 70% of all journeys in cities like Amsterdam and The Hague made on two wheels. In …
Where to Catch the Cobbled Classics
While the Tour de France may be the household name, many of cycling’s true greats are made on the stony streets of northern Europe. Belgium and France’s cobbled classics are some of the oldest events in professional road cycling, and among the most revered races of the season. The arduous routes see the world’s finest athletes on two wheels straining …
Fermanagh Lakelands Activity Guide
Northern Ireland’s southernmost county of Fermanagh hides a paradise of endless meadows and peaceful forests. The star attraction in this scenic part of Northern Ireland is the island-dotted Lough Erne, which attracts plenty of fishermen and sports enthusiasts – no surprise given that the waterways are some of the quietest and least congested in Europe.
Tour De France Guide: Fan Tips
Comfortably the most famous cycling race in the world, the Tour de France is a gruelling challenge for the sport’s greatest athletes across some of Europe’s most difficult mountain terrains. For cycling fans, there really is nothing like watching the peloton battle up a steep incline or zoom by during sprint stages. To help you soak up all of the …
Where to Watch the Tour de France
Set amid some of the most astoundingly beautiful scenery in the world, the Tour de France is a sporting event unlike any other. The contrast of brutally steep climbs up mountain terrain and thrilling city sprints are the result of months of training for the world’s greatest cyclists, and breathtaking to watch for spectators. The Tour de France route traverses …
Watch Football in France This Summer
24 of Europe’s best footballing nations come together this summer to compete in a thrilling football tournament. The 2016 edition takes place in France, and there will be a dedicated supporter area set up in each of the ten stadium cities to make sure those who didn’t get match tickets don’t miss out. We’ve put together a guide to France’s …
Nice Travel Guide For Non-Football Lovers
Europe’s biggest international football competition kicks off this summer in France, and supporters from all over the continent will travel over in hope of catching some of the excitement. However, not everyone’s interested in the beautiful game, so a quiet 90-minute adventure is the perfect way to escape the footie fever. The sun-drenched city of Nice will host four games …
Things to do in the Ardennes
A fertile green area of sublime natural beauty that stretches from Belgium all the way into France and Luxembourg, the Ardennes are the jewel of the Wallonia province. This unspoilt forest in the southeast of Belgium is located just a few hours from the port of Calais, making it the perfect active escape for Brits, and you’ll find there’s loads of …