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Welcome to our blog, here is a collection of our latest articles ready for you to browse through. We’ve got you covered on everything Alpine. If you’re looking to be the best skier on the mountain, searching for info on the top destinations or you’re more interested in the food scene, we’ve got it all here for you. Read more now…

Latest Articles

Four of the best Swiss dishes

Lesley Thomas | Thursday 21st May 2015

Many people looking at property for sale in Switzerland are drawn to the Swiss Alps by the breathtaking views, fantastic skiing opportunities, and friendly citizens, but many people don't know that much about Swiss food.

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A beginner's guide to Swiss history and culture

Steve Thomas | Thursday 14th May 2015

At Alpine Property Investments, we like to give people looking for chalets and apartments in the Swiss Alps an idea about what they can look forward to from Alpine culture.

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Samoens - a gem away from the mainstream

Steve Thomas | Thursday 07th May 2015

If you're looking for a French ski resort a little bit quieter and further away from the crowds of the major resorts, Samoens could be just the place for you. Markedly different from places like Val d’Isere, Samoens has a cosy charm all of its own.

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Flaine - the snowy bowl

Steve Thomas | Monday 27th April 2015

Flaine is a charming ski resort located up in the Haute Savoie region of France and is linked to the wider Grand Massif domain across the territories of the Magland and Araches communes.

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Discover Vaujany

Steve Thomas | Wednesday 22nd April 2015

The stunning village resort of Vaujany lies high up in the mountains, gazing out towards the Grandes Rousses massif to the south. The village itself is a beautiful blend of the traditional and the modern, with unspoiled alpine mountain farms rubbing shoulders with more recent ski developments.

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5 tips for decorating your Alpine ski chalet

Lesley Thomas | Wednesday 15th April 2015

When you're looking at chalets for sale in the Alps, you're bound to start thinking about how you might decorate yours once you buy it. Decorating ski chalets can be fun and exciting and a chance to put your own mark and style on the place. To help you, here are five tips to make your ski chalet, your dream home from home.

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Tips to help get the most out of your chalet in the French Alps

Lesley Thomas | Tuesday 07th April 2015

Ski properties have always been a good investment, but with sterling outperforming the Euro and record low mortgage interest rates, now is the perfect time to invest in chalets for sale in the French Alps, but how do you ensure you're making the most for your money?

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Fun, luxury and astounding views: why St Gervais is a gorgeous place to ski

Steve Thomas | Tuesday 17th March 2015

If you’re looking for chalets for sale in France and are not sure which resort to choose, St Gervais may well have what you need.

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More good news for those looking to buy in the French Alps

Lesley Thomas | Tuesday 10th March 2015

There is so much good news for investors looking to buy property in the French Alps right now, that it’s hard to know where to start.

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The joys of Chatel

Steve Thomas | Tuesday 03rd March 2015

With the opening of the new lift in Chatel In January 2015, linking the Super Chatel and Linga areas of the resort, it has increased the profile of the village in relation to its rivals of Morzine and Les Gets, thanks to its ease of access getting to the resort (just 1 hour 20 mins from Geneva), the ski network and prices of property still lower than its counterparts. This all makes Chatel a great place to invest.

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How Alpine skiing can work wonders for your health

Lesley Thomas | Tuesday 24th February 2015

When it comes to Alpine skiing, many of the advantages are immediately obvious. For starters, skiing is undeniably fun. Whether you're flying down the side of a mountain at 30mph, or exploring new, undiscovered back country routes on your cross country skis, few things can match the sense of excitement and adventure brought about by skiing.

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La Tzoumaz - an Alpine secret

Steve Thomas | Monday 16th February 2015

La Tzoumaz is one of the great secrets of the Alps. Located just one ski ride away from Verbier, this charming little village gives you all of the luxury that you would expect from one of Europe’s most popular ski resorts, only less expensive.

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