Chatel a great destination for summer holidays

When planning your next summer holiday, you need look no further than the green mountain peaks of Chatel. Set in the picturesque Valley d'Abondance, Chatel has a lot to offer outdoor enthusiasts and families looking for an alternative to standard beach holidays.





Chatel, a small village nestled in heart of the Portes du Soleil area between the picturesque lake Geneva and the high alpine range of Mont Blanc, provides an excellent choice of activities to keep the whole family entertained.











The village itself is a beautiful picture postcard alpine village surrounded by high peaks. In recent years Chatel has graduated to a three star flower rating and the floral displays throughout the village are spectacular and add colour and ambiance to the place.





Chatel's facilities include its own outdoor pool, fishing lake, bob luge run, high flying "fantasticable" fly line, golf, archery and mini train. In order to make the most out of your holiday this summer there is now the offer of the Portes du Soleil "Multi Pass" which allows unlimited activities each day for just 1€ per person per day. This is great value for money and allows you to access many of the most popular attractions in the area.





The Multi pass allows access to the following for 1€ a day:





* 4 swimming pools and 2 lakes, the Les Gets swimming lake and the picturesque lake Montriond





* 25 mountain lifts for hikers





* 5 cultural sites, including the Abbey in St Jean D'Aulps, the Mechanical toy museum and the Abondance Abbey





* 9 tennis courts





* 2 ice rinks





* 3 tourist road trains





* The inter resort bus shuttle service





* 850km of foot paths.





The Multi Pass will allow you to make the most out of your stay in the fabulous Portes du Soleil.





Using the chair lifts as a pedestrian in summer allows you to reach the high peaks and provides a great starting point for some breathtaking views and challenging walks. Local walks are well sign posted and are easily followed using local maps. You can plan a day on the mountain to lead you to many of the local mountain refuges serving fabulous local food and drinks. There are plenty of walks for all abilities from little ones and those who may be a little unsteady to seasoned alpine hikers. The lifts allow you to explore and discover the Alps in a way that is accessible to all.





If you are looking for a more relaxing way to enjoy the mountains then there are delightful picnic spots by local rivers, lakes and waterfalls. Again most beauty spots are within easy walking distance and are well located on local maps. The local French markets up and down the valley provide a feast of delights to embellish your picnics serving local cheeses, meats and wine along with other local produce.





For a more thrill seeking adventure there are plenty of river sports located along the River Dranse; rafting, kayaking, hydrospeed and canyoning are just some of the sports on offer at the local water sports adventure centres. Many of these centres also offer guide for rock climbing in the local area.





If it is a beach retreat you are looking for on your holiday then look no further than the sunny spots on lake Geneva, within a 40min drive from Chatel you can be sitting on a fabulous sandy or pebbly beach with all the amenities and activities you will find at a coastal resort. Boats and pedalos can be hired and many of the beach areas provide outdoor pools, playgrounds and restaurant facilities to make you day out fun for all the family.





The festivals, live music and outdoor events throughout the summer calendar provide an insight into the cultural and diverse community that is Chatel. The resort will leave you wanting to return to explore the undiscovered areas which are ready and waiting for your future visits.

Ed Ockelton runs luxury ski chalets in Chatel through White-Peak Holidays. White-Peak is redefining the self catered ski holiday market.

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Great Hotels in Kanpur

Kanpur is a big city rich in history. A lot of hotels are established to cater to thousands of guests yearly.





Kanpur is a city in the northern India with a big population and is said to be 5th largest city. It is situated at the Ganga river banks and considered to be an important center in terms of industry. Trailing in its history, this city has played a part as the British garrison.











After 1857, Kanpur has born successful textile and leather industries. After several years, there were oil mills, steel factories, and sugar factories run by different companies. Later, some of these industries have slowed down and brought changes in the economy. New businesses were established such as plastic-making and automotives.





Nowadays, Kanpur is the major producer of leather and textile goods and exports them as well in bulk. It also houses many educational institutions that give the city a high literacy rate. The city is also known in playing cricket, football, and hockey. When it comes to transportation, its bus service provides the least expensive rates in limited areas only. They also used 3-wheeler tempos which are faster than buses. Kanpur is accessible to other cities by means of railways and a domestic airport (Delhi to Kanpur and vice-versa).





Some of the local attractions of Kanpur are the Green Park Stadium, Radha-Krishna Mandir Temple, Kherepati Temple, Allen Forest Zoo, Moti Jheel, Lav Kush Barrage, Rave 3 Multiplex, Mega Mall, Z Square Mall, Anandeshwar Temple, Kanpur Sangrahlaya Museum, Gandhi Hall, Bithoor for Hindu pilgrims,Boodha Bargad tree, and Kanpur University.





The Landmark Hotel, Kanpur


This famous hotel is located at the center of Kanpur together with the city malls and is nearby to the airport. Guests can surely enjoy luxury as well as newness. The building is elegantly -designed, with superlative ceilings and lavish decors. The hotel has an overview of splendid scenery of the Ganges River. They give the best personal services and facilities as well as providing a warm and relaxing ambiance with a touch of rich culture.





Hotel facilities and services include A/C public areas, parking area, beauty salon, health club, swimming pool, cocktail lounge, concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry services, foreign exchange center, florist, and leather shop.





There is high-speed Internet access, wheelchair accessible, meeting rooms, restaurants, room service, business center, wi-fi in all areas, and billiards.





Landmark Hotel has 117 elegantly-designed guest rooms and 8 suites, and each has the conveniences of a work desk and lamp, cable/satellite TV, complimentary morning newspaper, hairdryer, in-room safe (as requested), air conditioning system (controlled individually), mini bar, refrigerator, dual line telephone unit, high-speed Internet access, and coffee and tea for executive rooms.





Guests can also experience delicious and authentic dishes pleasing to the taste and looks savory to the eyes. Hotel's restaurants provide the best menus that change seasonally. For those who prefer to stay in their rooms, 24-hour room service is also provided.





Mehak Restaurant restaurant serves authentic Chinese and traditional Indian dishes accompanied with live music that gives their guest a vibrant mood. Tandoori Nights is located at the 16th floor. Guests can enjoy dining under the twinkling stars and bright moon. Dining is accompanied with the piano music.





For people searching for entertainment, Landmark Hotel has different places to go to. You can try The Garage if you like dancing. It is located at the 9th floor of the hotel. They serve food, music as well as elegance.





Magic Strikes are for the bowling lovers. Located at the 9th floor, it has 3 bowling lanes. They also have sports bar, video games, pool tables, and many other more.





Fitness Planet is the perfect place for your workout. They are fully-equipped and have the most modern equipment, sauna, Jacuzzi, and massage services to relieve stress and tiredness.





And last, The Tropical Bar, serve the best Indian cuisines and drinks found at the rooftop.

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