Summer in the mountains: 6 Franco-Swiss resorts to experience well beyond skiing.
What if the mountain was no longer just a winter affair? Over the past three years, 41% of the French have spent time there in summer, more than in winter (30%). The alpine pastures replace the slopes, mountain bikes take over from skis, and the perched villages transform into precious cool refuges when the plains suffocate. Here’s a brief overview of six Franco-Swiss resorts that can be fully enjoyed well beyond skiing, from Haute-Savoie to Valais.
The Maya civilization: the peak and mystery of a great culture of America
Outstanding astronomers, builders of towering temples, inventors of a unique writing system... a dive into one of the most fascinating and enigmatic cultures in the history of pre-Columbian America.
First aid in remote areas: treating injuries without a doctor
No doctor around for miles, a serious injury on your hands, and no desire to lose your cool? Here are the actions that really make a difference when no one can come to your aid in time.
Survival Guide for Europeans in Montreal: a review of a book that is both funny and truly useful.
A travel guide that starts by telling you not to use it in the shower... you can immediately tell you're not in a typical Petit Futé.
