Journal
25 June 2018
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22 March 2017
Collett’s – The last 20 years
It’s almost 20 years since Dee and I welcomed our first guests to the Dolomites. It was a sunny June evening in 1998. We opened a bottle of prosecco, while Dee put the finishing touches to dinner. There were only four of us around the table that night, but Collett’s Mountain Holidays was up and running! Now we are the... Read more
20 March 2017
Taste the Mountains: Food & Drink in the Italian Dolomites
Travelling the region, it’s not hard to see, or rather taste, why. With no less than three Michelin-starred restaurants in the Alta Badia alone, all drawing inspiration from the areas unique cuisine and stocking an ample supply of local wines, the Ladino kitchen offers a fabulous fusion of Austrian, Italian and Alpine cooking. Some of the dishes have become the... Read more
14 December 2016
Snow Making
For many holidaymakers, a winter vacation means the search for snow. For skiers in particular the hunt becomes a ritual. Daily checks on forecasts and webcams follow pain staking research dissecting snowfall charts from the previous decade of winters. It can be a nervous process, the necessities of booking so far in advance dictate an expectant wait for the winter’s... Read more
30 November 2016
Hiking the GR11 – Days 1 & 2
Each September, Collett’s offers the opportunity of a week of high level walking on the GR11 in the Pyrenees. We follow five consecutive stages of this world renowned long distance footpath – showcasing some of the best hiking in the Pyrenees amidst stunning landscapes dotted with mountain lakes and spectacular views – To book click here The final few weeks of... Read more
19 September 2016
The Alps: Plants and Animals
Europe is famed for its mountain ranges and the culture surrounding them. The Alps in particular attract around 120 million visitors every year who come to take in the landscape, traditions, wildlife. We’ve already looked at the history of the Alps and its climate, now it’s time to look at Alpine plants and animals. Plants and vegetation The Alps are home to many... Read more
16 September 2016
The Alps: History and Climate
Europe is famed for its mountain ranges and the culture surrounding them. The Alps in particular attract around 120 million visitors every year who come to take in the landscape, traditions, wildlife and history and names like Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn are known across the world for their beauty and fierce, unforgiving nature. The range stretches 1,200 km/750 miles... Read more
05 September 2016
Hiking the GR11 – Days 3, 4 & 5
Each September, Collett’s offers the opportunity of a week of high level walking on the GR11 in the Pyrenees. We follow five consecutive stages of this world renowned long distance footpath – showcasing some of the best hiking in the Pyrenees amidst stunning landscapes dotted with mountain lakes and spectacular views – To book click here Day 3 – Refugio Repromuso... Read more
30 August 2016
Visiting the Hidden Valley in the Dolomites
The winter is drawing to an end with our final week of guests. The snow is receding from the lower slopes and with the changing of the clocks the warm afternoon sun is a perfect opportunity to enjoy a spritz after a day of spring skiing. This is undoubtedly one of my favourite times of year. The warmer weather brings... Read more
18 August 2016
Ski Safari in the Dolomites (part 2)
The final three days of Beth Lloyd’s ski safari in the Dolomites features skiing in Kronplatz, sunset over the Alta Badia valley and some tips on where to eat. Check out days 1 – 4 here. Day 5 Time to move on again! Everyone assembled in front of the hotel with their bags packed and ready. I was feeling fresh after an especially early get up at... Read more
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