Experiences, Views & Tips from a lake Annecy Property Owner & Holidaymaker
Posted in Annecy Holidays, Lake Annecy Travel, Lake Annecy Winter on Aug 19th, 2010
Let me tell you about my drive from London to lake Annecy yesterday. It might help you planning your own journey should you want to drive to lake Annecy from the UK sometimes soon. The distance from my house in North London to my house in Doussard, the south side of lake Annecy is roughly [...]
Posted in Annecy Activities, Annecy Experiences, Annecy Holidays, Lake Annecy Travel on Apr 21st, 2010
It might sound a sound a strange conclusion to draw. But when you consider the thousands of people stranded abroad due to international flight cancellations, it makes sense to holiday on the shores of lake Annecy. Here is why I prefer to be stranded in Annecy. For once you can easily drive to lake Annecy. [...]
Posted in Annecy Activities, Annecy Experiences, Annecy Holidays, Lake Annecy Travel on Mar 11th, 2010
France can be difficult for vegetarians, lake Annecy is no different, may be even a little worse. Find out what the expert has to say on how to get by on a vegetarian cuisine.
Posted in Annecy Activities, Annecy Events, Annecy Experiences, Annecy Holidays, Lake Annecy Travel on Feb 25th, 2010
July is the start of the peak holiday season on lake Annecy. With average temperatures normally well above 30C it offers everything you would expect from a true summer holiday. A clear, blue alpine sky, warm temperatures well into the night, outdoor dining and all the water based activities you can imagine.
Posted in Annecy Activities, Annecy Experiences, Annecy Holidays, Annecy Skiing, Lake Annecy Travel on Feb 9th, 2010
How many days fresh powder can you have skiing anywhere? Correct, the answer is depending on where you go, how often and how much it snows. Given that you can’t influence the weather, the only choice you have is where to go. If you commit to one ski resort you get what you are given. [...]
Posted in Annecy Holidays, Annecy Skiing, Lake Annecy Travel on Jan 10th, 2010
Why do I love to use lake Annecy as my base for skiing? For one I have property there, which surprisingly is empty most of the winter season. However there is another reason. Lake Annecy is within an hours drive of more than 10 major ski resorts. By choosing to drive I can pick the [...]
Posted in Annecy Activities, Annecy Events, Annecy Experiences, Lake Annecy Travel on Jul 8th, 2009
After a 50 years absence, the Tour de France returns to Annecy. On wonders why? Having said so, the tour always passes somewhere nearby. Last few years stages included Col de la Forclaz, Gran Bornand, Thones, La Clusaz and some of the mountain passes nearby. Now I am not a great fan of the Tour. [...]
Posted in Annecy Holidays, Lake Annecy Travel on Jul 5th, 2009
Most holiday makers won’t think about airport transfers when organising a trip to lake Annecy. Partially because lake Annecy is within an days drive from the UK and for those who fly, Geneva airport offers plenty of car hire options. However here is a thought. You can fly to Geneva and get an airport transfer [...]
Posted in Annecy Holidays, Lake Annecy Travel, lake Annecy Rentals on Jul 2nd, 2009
Given that I have travelled forwards and backwards to and from lake Annecy over the past 10 years, here is my take on the cheapest way to get lake Annecy from the UK. I kind of ignore convenience, speed of travel and personal preferences. If you visit lake Annecy you should ideally have some means [...]
