alps

The Alps is, quite simply, a fabulous vacation destination, offering exceptional skiing and other winter sports. Visitors from around the world visit Europe specifically to explore the Alps, and to witness firsthand all the magnificent beauty and intimate charm offered by these mighty mountains.

The Alps boasts quaint mountain villagers; people who are extremely friendly; and a culture and history that is incredible. These are just a few of the reasons that the Alps are such a popular vacation destination.

But the biggest reason the Alps are so popular is the incredible skiing conditions. With numerous ski lodges and vacation accommodations available, there are activities and scenic vistas that will appeal to every taste and preference – from skiers to sight-seers. Likewise, accommodations come in a variety guaranteed to please every vacationing traveler – from the larger lodges offering numerous social activities, to smaller, more intimate cabins, and it is possible to arrange for ski packages with lift pass included.

You’ll find bloggers lapping up the Alps at sites like livesharetravel.com and Heather On Her Travels.

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• The Suites de la Potiniere in French Alps is voted the most expensive luxury ski hotel in the world

  
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• The golden valley of the Alps by B℮n on Flickr.The snowy Alps...

  
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• La Grande Odyssee sled dog race across the Alps

  
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• Partnachklamm: The Winter Jewel of Garmisch-Partenkirchen

  
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