Switzerland

Eiger & Mönch

Kleine Scheidegg is located above the Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald valleys - 2,061m above sea level and nestling at the foot of the towering snow-capped trio of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.

Hotel Bellevue des Alpes

The Hotel Bellevue des Alpes ranks among the few remaining grand hotels of the nineteenth century.

Kleine Scheidegg Winter

The Kleine Scheidegg / Männlichen ski resort is the largest in the Bernese Oberland and in the Jungfrau region. While skiing, you can enjoy the spectacular panorama of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau (UNESCO World Heritage Site). From Grindelwald, a cog railway leads up to the Kleine Scheidegg and a gondola lift leads up to the Männlichen.

Interlaken - Unterseen

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, is the starting point for numerous activities.

Beau Rivage

In around 1874 the Grand Hotel Beau Rivage was constructed according to the plans of the Parisian architect Edouard Davinet.

Beau Rivage Crew

I'm seen second from left as a young Chef Entremetier

Heimeli

The old wooden house from the 18th century is located in the Sapun valley, above Langwies near Arosa. The mountain inn offers a mixture of rustic comfort and rustic mountain charm far away from mass tourism.

Heimeli view

From Langwies the trail ascents through a romantic valley, deep canyons, across high bridges and along a wild river. Above the tree line the path continues to the small and picturesque Wals village. Then the trail leads along scattered Wals houses and finally steeply rises to the guesthouse Heimeli

Heimeli

After a delicious meal and refreshing drinks you may enjoy a long sled ride back down to Langwies.

Canada

Lake Louise panorama

Lake Louise is a hamlet in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, known for its turquoise, glacier-fed lake ringed by high peaks and overlooked by a stately chateau.

Kitchen Crew CLL

The annual kitchen staff photo

Banff, Mt Rundle

Banff is a resort town in the province of Alberta, located within Banff National Park. The peaks of Mt. Rundle and Mt. Cascade, part of the Rocky Mountains, dominate its skyline.

Minaki Panorama

First nations people have lived on the Winnipeg River in the Minaki area for a millennium or more, judging by the potshards and arrow points that turn up along the shores. The river was a major canoe route for the explorers and fur traders in the early days of white settlement. In the nineteenth century the Hudson's Bay Company had a trading post a couple of kilometres north of the present community.

Minaki Lodge

The main building, which was not insured, burned to the ground in a spectacular fire in October 2003, and the resort has not operated since.

Minaki Lodge inside

Minaki Lodge was originally built in 1914 by the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway, the rustic resort hotel named Minaki Lodge and the railway station, also called Minaki, is an Ojibwa word that has been variously translated as "beautiful water" or "good land."

Inn on the Lake

Inn On The lake is a boutique hotel located 10 minutes from the Stanfield International Airport and 20 minutes from Halifax

Peggys Cove

Peggys Point Lighthouse, also known as Peggys Cove Lighthouse, is an active lighthouse and an iconic Canadian image. Located within Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia, it is one of the busiest tourist attractions in the province and is a prime attraction on the Lighthouse Trail scenic drive

Inn on the Lake Dining

For a laid-back meal with your favourite comfort foods and a beverage, try Oliver’s Gastropub, combining old-world charm and downhome service.

For a special occasion, family get-together or date night, enjoy the upscale casual environment of Encore, with gourmet offerings featured alongside signature dishes like Scotch Salmon, Seafood Chowder, and Chicken Cordon Bleu.

White Crystal Inn

This ski-in/ski-out lodge is off the Hummingbird piste and within a 4-minute walk of cafes and bars.

Big White Resort

Big White Ski Resort, or simply Big White, is a ski resort located 56 km southeast of Kelowna in the Southern Interior of British Columbia

Big White Skiing

The home of the snow ghosts, Big White, is located in the Okanagan Valley, with the closest airport and city located in nearby Kelowna.

Kumsheen Rafting

In 1973, Kumsheen pioneered white water rafting in British Columbia

Kumsheen Resort

Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, an outdoor dining area and pool bar.