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Andrew Erskine

Founder

featured in Meet The Team Updated

Andrew is a founder and the SeeEO of the company. Andrew leads the way on the development on all our sites and is responsible for the smooth running of the business.

Andrew has over 20 years experience in managing software development, having worked for Nat West and J.P Morgan before starting Powderblue and SeeTheWorld.

Destinations visited

Ireland (Belfast, Dublin, Donegal, Galway, Kerry, Cork), Wales (Cardiff, North), Scotland (Edinburgh), France (Corsica, Perpignan, Brittany, Savoie, Haute Savoie), Italy (Cilento, The Lakes, Puglia), Spain (Barcelona, Costa Brava, Mallorca, Valencia), Portugal (Porto, Algarve), Turkey (Ölüdeniz), The Netherlands (Amsterdam), Sweden (Varmland), Norway (Oslo), US (New York, San Francisco, Seattle, Denver), Canada (Toronto, Banff, Vancouver), Greece (Paxos), Slovakia (Jasna), Australia (Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Cairns), New Zealand (Auckland, Wellington, Queenstown), Switzerland (Geneva, Verbier), Chile (Patagonia), Peru, Bolivia

Favourite destinations

If the weather is good then the West coast of Ireland is nearly unbeatable with lovely white sandy beaches, beautiful scenery, fabulous food, great activities for the whole family and welcoming hosts. Really the recipe for any good holiday.

Travel inspiration

Even as a young boy on family holidays we went off the beaten track. This lust to see and experience new places away from the crowd has always stayed with me. I often enjoy planning the trip as much as the time on it. Travel is such a great opportunity to meet new people and broaden your horizon. Something hopefully my two boys will carry on as a family tradition.

Memorable travel experience

Just before we got married my wife and I went on a fantastic trip to Patagonia (Chile). We experienced the luxury of the Explora Hotel over looking the magnificent Torres del Paine, and then took a three day horse ride into the wilderness where we did some ice climbing on the Soller glacier and then helped some local gauchos round up cattle. Indepedent travel in style !

Destination checklist

The key ingredients really change on who is going with you. If you have children then the checklist does change, often for the better !! Our ideal holiday is somewhere that has lots of outdoor activities, stunning scenery, fabulous restaurants, and local inside knowledge.

Top tips

My top tip would be to thoroughly research the destination before booking your holiday.

Travel buddies

We have two boys aged 10 and 12, so lots of outdoor activities and of course WIFI is now obligatory.

Favourite places to drink

I like bars with a view and excellent service. Nothing more relaxing than sitting outside feeling the last heat of the sun on your face whilst sipping a refreshing cold drink with great company to share it with.... and relax.

Favourite places to eat

Where the locals eat. Always a great sign you are going to get a fabulous meal and an experience to remember.

Favourite places to stay

As a family we like our space. So we like to stay in villas and cottages where we can as a family really relax without worrying about the neighbours.

Sports & activities

I enjoy cycling and recently rode from London to Paris in 24 hours. A great way to keep fit and also absorb the countryside.

In my spare time I also coach and manage both a junior cricket and football team. Incredibly rewarding seeing the boys enjoy and benefit from their participation in these team sports.

Mission at SeeTheWorld

My mission is to build a network of destination sites that I would use. Local knowledge with the best deals. It might be a small world though what a wonderful and diverse place it is.

Location

Map of the surrounding area

News

  • 6 reasons why Les 2 Alpes is great in summer 2019

    Why Les 2 Alpes is great in summer

  • Why Les Deux Alpes is great for families in summer

    Why book a summer family holiday in 2 Alpes

  • Latest gear - best new clothing for spring 2019

    Hiking gear guide

  • Latest gear - Mountain running equipment for 2019

    Trail running gear guide

  • Latest gear - Camping equipment for summer 2019

    Mountain camping equipment guide

  • a mountain biker jumping in the air

    Mountain bike gear guide

Events

  • What's on in Les 2 Alpes April 2019

    2 Alpes Bike Park summer opening

  • French food market in Mont de Lans

    Mont de Lans village market

  • Vintage Motor Show 2023, 2 Alpes

    Vintage Motor Show

  • Crazy Race Les 2 Alpes

    Crazy Race

  • Girls shredding days les 2 alpes

    Girls shredding days

  • An image of a firework display

    Bastille Day