How would you like to purchase your very own holiday home in the sun, waking up in the morning to see a stunning sunrise backing onto a crystal clear blue sky? Those scenes are not far away, and more affordable than ever, in Murcia, Spain.

The region has been hugely overshadowed by the popularity of both the Costa Blanca and Costa del Sol as the number one locations for second home owners in Spain but no longer: Murcia has reinvented itself, winning rave reviews from its visitors for i...

Separated by only 21 miles of choppy Atlantic waters, the British love affair with France, its closest European neighbour, is firmly established. Around eight million Brits will fly, drive or hop on the Eurostar this year to the world’s most popular tourism destination (nearly 80 million visitors in 2008), lured by the rich culture, varied landscapes and world renowned gastronomy.

But for many, simply visiting for two weeks each summer is not enough. Since the 1970’s over 100,000 B...

Reveal the delicate fact that you own a holiday home in the wrong circles and you’re likely to be struck down by cold, envious stares. According to general consensus in the UK, only the very well-to-do are afforded the luxury of a countryside retreat. In Sweden, meanwhile, the story is very different. There, you’d almost be viewed with suspicion if you happened not to own a holiday home in the lush countryside or near an idyllic lake. The “sommarstuga” (summer cabin) is a cultural phe...

Known during his famous career as ‘Mr Motor Racing’, Sir Stirling Moss OBE is arguably the greatest all-round racing driver of all time. In 1948, at the age of 18, he became a professional driver, racing a Cooper 500, and went on to race over 80 different types of car, across all classes of motor sport, for the likes of Jaguar and Mercedes-Benz.

Out of 529 competitive races throughout his remarkable racing career, he won an astounding 212. His victory in the 1961 Monaco Grand Prix ...

Imagine carrying out a mission with former intelligence agents in the dusty North African desert, a private tour of the Pyramids, a helicopter trip for an intimate interaction with the Mountain Gorillas of Rwanda. These are once in a life time experiences typical of London-based luxury experience company, Quintessentially Escape. Of late they have endeavoured to create a peerless selection of the world’s finest sporting experiences, with a particular emphasis on the finest opportunities ava...

The original diving bell was invented in 1535. A watertight dive helmet and suit were created in 1837. Jacques-Ives Cousteau introduced the Aqua Lung in 1943. The YMCA organised the first national scuba diving certification programme in 1959. And in 1984, Aggressor Fleet revolutionised the dive travel industry with the live-aboard scuba diving yacht, the Cayman Aggressor.

Since that time, the Aggressor Fleet has emerged as the ultimate dive travel experience, allowing divers to explore...

The “e-bike” revolution has still to catch on in the West but this might soon change. The journey being undertaken by Guim Valls Teruel, a 33-year-old Spaniard from Barcelona, will cross five continents, starting from the Bird’s Nest Olympic Stadium in Beijing in May and concluding three years later in east London.

“I want to spread the message of this incredible invention to all corners of the world,” he said announcing his journey in Beijing, “millions of Chinese people a...

Mankind’s relationship with the sea appears to be as special as ever. We fly thousands of miles across the planet to flop about in it, we paddle in the stuff, play in it, ski on it, zip about in boats on it and, increasingly, we’re going deeper and deeper into it.

Jacques Cousteau perfected the Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) in 1942 and since the 1950’s the interest for underwater exploration has grown massively. At the start of the 21st century, there were...

Flexiski specialise in tailor-made ski breaks for individuals, groups and corporate events to the most prestigious ski resorts in Europe. Their accommodation includes a range of catered chalets and a wide portfolio of hand-picked hotels. Coupled with attention to detail and outstanding personal service, it is not difficult to see why they have become well recognised by high-profile corporations, celebrities and sports personalities alike.

Whether you are looking for a family Christmas ...

Evolution in one form or another, skiing has existed for over 4,000 years. Thankfully, over time the technology has become more sophisticated: nowadays it’s unlikely that you’ll encounter someone with animal bones strapped to their feet hurtling down a mountain. As the popularity of winter sports continues, so too does the innovation.

Snowboarding, for example, was relatively unheard of until the 1980′s and considered a fad that would quickly die out. Today the sport ...

A mere two hours from most places on the continent, Switzerland has a great deal more to offer than simply skiing, clocks and chocolate. Swiss law allows only one property per non-Swiss family, of net living space and surface area not exceeding 200m2 and 1,000m2 respectively, although in cases of particular need, larger areas can be authorised. However, ownership of real estate in Switzerland in no way entitles the owner to Swiss residency.

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This year flexiski plan to out-do themselves once again by offering their clients the chance to experience the most prestigious ski resorts in Europe and unforgettable skiing.

Wine tasting in St Christoph Nestled in the valley of St Christoph the Arlberg Hospiz Hotel offers the perfect retreat for anyone looking for a remote and tranquil ski resort whilst still providing great access to over 260km of piste and extensive off piste opportunities in the Arlberg ski area.

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1 Solden, Austria
Situated in the Öztal, Solden is one of the most well-known ski resorts in the Austrian Alps, where 34 ski lifts and gondolas connect 151km of slopes. The Alpine Ski World Cup venue covers two glaciers and is the only place in Austria with three mountains higher than 3,000m. The ski resort is a popular party destination for young people who start their après ski parties around 4pm every day.

2 Merano 2000, Italy
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‘Head south’ is what many people say when winter slowly bids farewell here. But why not escape to the Alps in the spring? Particularly at this time of year is when sun-hungry, fun-loving sports enthusiasts can enjoy the great outdoors the most. Creamy snow, pleasant temperatures, blue skies and lots and lots of sunshine. Winter sports fun at its best. Now the Stubaier Gletscher is offering firm snow slopes and excellent trail conditions.

The rental offer provided by the Stubaier Gl...