You can fly directly to Gibraltar’s military airport from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol & Edinburgh, so it’s the ideal holiday destination for UK travellers! However, the border to Spain is a very popular way to get into Gibraltar from the Costa del Sol or Costa de la Luz, and this is where this magazine style programme is filmed. Enjoy the best of both worlds (Spanish & Gibraltarian) and join the rich & famous in their pursuit of a great time abroad or a luxurious lifestyle for those with a second home there.
In this episode, we join the famous Nikki Beach club in sunny Marbs for their Made in London party! We then head further down South to the trendy lifestyle destination resort Sotogrande for some fast polo at the private polo club Dos Lunas, and manage to catch up with Gibraltar’s Classic Vehicle Association holding a pit stop in Sotogrande’s super picturesque port. The views of the Rock of Gibraltar are sensational…Lastly, we pop up to Estepona, where Claudia Peifer chats to the Rat Pack Tribute Band, getting somewhat ‘roasted’ along the way. Apart from being hugely talented, they’re absolutely hilarious and so is the interview. Watch it now to catch the flavour…
If you’ve ever wondered, what it’s like…it is an AMAZING experience, tandem gliding from the snowy Swiss mountains above Villars-sur-Ollon! Rather than just taking a smooth ride, Claudia Peifer, aka ‘Jane Blonde 006 – licence to thrill’, also agreed to doing a ‘wing-over’ stunt ahead of the flight, so please note this swear-word alert, as it does get a bit hairy. Flying with an experienced instructor is the trick, and she flew with the best there is in Villars! So, if you like a bit of excitement in your life, hit that start button now to find out what a tandem paragliding flight entails – have fun!
TA-DAH TV films in Villar-sur-Ollon in the Swiss Vaud Alps, society hot-spot and one of the locations of the 2020 Winter Youth Olympics
As big lovers of all things sport and all things fun in the snow, we loved filming the Paragliding Tandem flight taking off from snow off Roc D’Orsay, high above the famous village of Villars. This very chic and ‘very Swiss’ place has been on the radar for the rich and famous since the Hollywood hey-days in the 50s. Extremely understated, this is the playground for celebrities and famous personalities, who want to keep a low profile when on their winter holiday.
Another reason, why this somewhat ‘secret’ place with spectacular views of Lake Geneva is frequented by so many high-profile snow resort lovers, is that there are several outstanding international schools are situated in Villars itself or in Chesières, the hamlet just below Villars. So, with their offspring well looked after at famous schools like College Alpin Beau Soleil, Aiglon College or La Garenne Int’l School, it is always huge fun to visit the kids at a beautiful place with stunning views of the French Alp massifs, including Les Dents du Midi and the Montblanc. Situated just ‘around the corner’ from Leysin and one hour from Gstaad, you really will not be short of first class experiences, including glacier skiing at Les Diablerets , which can be reached on ski just across the valley.
And it so happens, that the 2020 Winter Youth Olympics chose Villars as one of their locations to stage several competitions in the snow-filled valleys above the village. Officially known as III Winter Youth Olympic games, this third edition of the games was held in January, with its base in Lausanne, where all the athletes were housed and prize giving was staged. With the future generation of budding winter sportsmen and sportswomen displaying their amazing skills, this was no-doubt the best games to date! Let’s look at what the games entailed.
The Games
When people think of winter sports, they think of skiing and snowboarding. Don’t get us wrong, they are fascinating sports, but a plethora of other sports were on show for us all! Ranging from bobsleighing to ice hockey, we were in awe of how talented the competitors were across all the various disciplines! Some of the sports on show were:
Curling – An underrated sport to say the least, this game consists of players sliding stones on ice to try and get them into the target. We gave this a go ourselves and struggled – how the athletes are so accurate is mind-blowing!
Bobsleigh – You may have seen ‘Cool Runnings’, but actually seeing the athletes fly down the track in a sleigh is surreal! The sheer speed gained as they soar down the snow leaves you constantly on edge! This sport no doubt takes a lot of bravery and mental strength.
Luge – Potentially the most dangerous sport at the games, this one isn’t for the faint-hearted. Similar to bobsleighing, the athletes fly down a track but this time they are alone and with a lot less protection! Using just a small sled to lie on, this is definitely a sport you shouldn’t try at home!
Ski Jumping – The infamous Eddie the Eagle gave it a go, but we surely wouldn’t! Don’t get us wrong, it looks like a whole lot of fun, but the heights the jumpers get to seem much higher in real life! Sit back and watch the jumpers gracefully gliding through the skyline and somehow landing perfectly – what an incredible skill set this sports discipline entails!
Ski Cross – Being a timed race event, ski cross is often considered to be part of freestyle skiing, because the parcours also includes features found in freestyle skiing, like artificial features like big air jumps & high. Banked turns. But natural terrain can also be included in a course, and so it’s important to realise the difference between alpine skiing and ski cross, where more than one skier compete in a single race! Usually it’s 4 racers in total, so you’re not just skiing against the clock, but against real life competition on the slope. Daredevil attitude is a must…
Ski Destinations
As good as the games are, the event is bettered by the fact that you can give skiing a go yourself! During the games, several areas across the spectacular Switzerland host some of the games and have brilliant ski resorts to stay at! So, for those who wanted to watch the games and ski themselves, the options were amazing! Some of the best places to go skiing there yourself are:
Villars
Leysin
Les Diablerets
St. Moritz
Villars – home to the Ski Cross World Champion and Olympic medallist Fanny Smith
Ski Cross is a relatively young winter sport discipline to the Olympic Games, but that means very little, as the contest is fought between 4 racers in the same race, flying down a specially created parcours, entailing jumps, crazy curves and bends and other obstacles, which make the contestant an all-rounder on ski in so many ways.
Fanny Smith is a freestyle skier and one of the fearless contestants in the feminine category of Ski Cross. Literally growing up on skis, with her father being a prominent paragliding and skiing instructors in the village and excellent skier himself.
Clearly, competitive blood runs in the family: Fanny represented Switzerland at the 2010, 2014 and 2018 Olympics, where she won a Bronze medal. Furthermore, she has 39 podiums in the World Cup, with 60 top ten finishes to her name. So, watch out for Fanny Smith at the XXIV Olympic Winter Games held in Beijing, China, in 2022!
If you feel motivated top get on the slopes due to the games, (like we do!), Villars, as well as the other locations stated above, have stunning views, enthralling slopes to dive into, offering spectacular skiing for all levels – we hope to see you up there soon!
For more information on paragliding from snow and ski cross champion Fanny Smith, visit TA-DAH.TV today!
They came from far and wide for this wine festival in Germany’s beautiful Rheingau area – and we know why: wandering the rolling hills with a nice glass of wine (or five) in hand, sampling the vineyard’s latest crops and chatting to friends, family and absolutely everybody you meet, is indeed the best way to spend the day! We highly recommend it
A bucket-list-must, it’s H-U-G-E fun for young & old, and the doggies are just A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! They were as keen as we were to get out there. Seeing them jump and howl with sheer joy, eager to get going, the good vibe passes on from dog to human, making this and unforgettable experience for all thrill seekers. Make your dream a reality!
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With many people looking to broaden their horizons this winter season after a tough summer stuck indoors, it’s likely that you’ve found yourself looking for exciting winter breaks to help you break up the same cycle each and every day. There’s a whole host of locations to choose from, but in this post we’re going to focus on one country that really is perfect when visiting in the winter. Iceland is a gorgeous country with more picturesque sights than you could ever imagine, as well as lots of fun activities to take part in that you may not be able to back at home! You can learn more about Iceland by reading on!
Why Iceland?
The first question you might find yourself asking is “Why Iceland?” – admittedly this isn’t somewhere that immediately springs to mind when considering holiday destinations, but we think it’s time to change that notion. Iceland has so much to offer as a holiday location from bustling cities, natural wonders, amazing sights, and even beaches (more about those shortly!).
One thing you may have heard about Iceland is that it’s a hotspot for Northern Lights sightings – this is absolutely true, and you can even take a tour to check out the lights from the best spots on the island! In addition to this, you’ll also have the chance to travel to the dramatic scenery found at both the West and East Fjords, which are rife with photo opportunities and breath-taking views.
One thing to bear in mind when visiting Iceland in the winter is the climate – it can get pretty cold (temperatures can range from 7 above freezing to 8 below, so be sure to pack your woolly hats, scarves, and coats!
The one place you will not need to wear your woolly jumper and gloves are in the hot springs. The most famous one it The Great Geysir, which is the main attraction of Iceland’s most popular sightseeing tour called ‘The Golden Circle’. These hot springs can reach temperatures of between 36 – 44ºCelsius, and wow, that is HOT. They confirm, that Iceland is a country of complete extremes, and yes, they’re great fun to visit and make a day of it, the most special spring being the Hrunalaug hot spring.
Lastly, let’s go back to those beaches we mentioned earlier – whilst it may seem a little odd to be visiting a beach in your coat and snow boots, it’ll all make sense once you see them. These beaches are a sight that need to be seen to be believed; they’re made of black volcanic ash, which gives the appearance of an entirely black beach. These beaches are a great item to tick off of your traveller’s bucket list.
Husky Sledding
One of the most popular activities in Iceland revolves around Husky dogs – this breed is built for cold weather and snow, often being used to pull a sled through the snow in packs!
Dog Sledding is one of the most exhilarating experiences that you can have on your trip to Iceland – zipping across the snow and ice being powered by a pack of beautiful dogs from the island. When sledding, you won’t be in control of the sled – you’ll be a passenger along for the ride; the control of the sled is best left to the experts, who are called ‘Mushers’. Attire is incredibly important when dog sledding – you’ll be out in the open and temperatures can drop to below freezing, so it’s best to dress as if you were going skiing to ensure that you stay warm and safe. Often, the Husky sledding tour operator also provides thermal overalls for further insulation, and boy, will you need those, as the crew found out during the shoot.
Check out this great video from TA-DAH.TV to see some real hands-on dog-sledding clips!
It is indeed a high-flying adventure, staying in a tree house hotel! This whole new craze has been taken to a new level with the Treehotel in Harads, situated in Swedish Lapland: it has 7 uniquely designed accommodations, which all look out of this world incredible. What’s also massively important to their concept, is the fact that ecological values have been considered to the max, making only a very minimal environmental impact on its surroundings. Live your childhood dream, is what we say
Resident at the infamous Lifestyle & Spa Hotel Jungbrunn, ‘Schranzi’ is cooking up a storm in the kitchen with this clever recipe! It’s easy to prepare, done in 25 mins flat and super delicious – what a clever combo: rabbit, Chanterelle mushrooms, pretzel bread & peach caramel – wow. So give it a try and find out how to prepare this delicious meal exclusively created for TA-DAH.TV by hitting that start button now. Have fun and let us know how you like it… 🙂 …
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