New
What will EES border checks be like at Eurotunnel LeShuttle? A guide for UK travellers
If you're planning to travel to the French Alps via Eurotunnel LeShuttle this winter, you might be wondering what EES means for you. At Peak Retreats, we’ve done the legwork to help you know what to expect. Our team visited Eurotunnel to see exactly how the new system will work, so we can give you the clearest and most reassuring advice possible.
Family summer 2025 holidays for under £1,500
Let's get summer 2025 sorted! Browse our hand-picked selection of fantastic summer holidays under £1500 per apartment (not per person!) for summer including August dates.
The ultimate guide to driving to the Alps: your self-drive ski holiday
Are you planning your next ski holiday to the French Alps? While flying is a common option, driving to the Alps offers a unique and often more rewarding experience. This comprehensive guide is your ultimate resource for planning a self-drive ski trip from the UK to the French Alps.
School holiday dates 2025/26 for the UK and France
School holiday dates for winter 2025/26 to help you plan your family ski holiday!
Off piste skiing in the French Alps
Off-piste snow skiing can be an exhilarating adrenalin activity. Like most high adrenalin activities however, it can also be dangerous if not practised safely. In this blog we give our top tips for heading off piste and debunk a few myths.
8 top tips for nervous skiers
Ski with Confidence coach, Louise Pode, shares tips on dealing with skiing anxiety. If you find your nerves getting the better of you in the run up to your ski holiday, or if you have a wobble on the slopes, then these top tips and techniques could help you find your ski happy place.
Top 12 ski resorts near Geneva
Find out our top pick of 12 ski resorts that are close to Geneva Airport and journey details.
Where to ski in November and December
We love early-season skiing! There are so many benefits including quieter slopes and great prices. But what about the snow? We asked our team of Alpine experts for their resort recommendations...
Discover the Northern French Alps by Train
Most people would assume that flying is the easiest way to get to the Northern Alps; taking the train can take less time and has a range of perks! Find out more about our top tips for train travel to the Northern French Alps, as well as 5 resorts that are easy access by train.
Festive Skiing: Why you should ski over Christmas and New Year
Discover our 10 reasons why you should ski over Christmas and New Year this winter!
How to make your trip to the French Alps extra special
From your trip to and from the mountains, to elevating your stay whilst in resort, we’ve got great options to help make your trip to the mountains extra special. We’ve put together just a few of those options that, we think, would make your trip even better…