Alps Lose Final Year-Round Ski Resorts as Zermatt and Hintertux Pause Summer Operations 2026

The matterhorn glacier in Zermatt has suspended summer skiing in 2026

For those thinking of planning 365 day skiing in the Alps, the chance may have passed. In fact, an era in European alpine culture has finally drawn to a close. For the first time in modern skiing history, there are no longer any lift-served outdoor ski resorts in the Alps or anywhere else in the world, offering guaranteed, year-round 365-day skiing. This sad milestone follows recent decisions by operator Zermatt Bergbahnen in Switzerland and the Hintertux...

Switzerland Eases Border Controls for UK Visitors

Switzerland Eases Border Controls for UK Visitors

Brits planning a visit to the Swiss Alps this coming winter might find the process a little smoother. The most recent Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Switzerland and the United Kingdom should make visiting the Alpine nation easier for...

Visit the Swiss Alps for the digital nomad festival 2026

Liddes Digital Nomad Festival Returns for 2026

If you're a digital nomad (or, a digital snowmad) then you'll already know that meeting others with the same lifestyle is a great way to build your community. And if you've always thought Switzerland isn't really digital nomad friendly,...

Alps snowfall predictions for 2026/27

How Will El Niño Affect Winter 2026/27?

Winter 2025/26 was one for the record books, in a good way. The Alps, the Pyrenees and even Eastern Europe all saw some of the most consistent snowfall right up until the end of the season. But for anyone...

DJI Neo 2: The Ski Follow Drone You Need?

DJI Neo 2: The Ski Follow Drone You Need?

Capturing your skiing or snowboarding footage usually means an action camera such as the ol' GoPro or increasingly the Insta360 or DJI Osmo Action cams. But for a whole other angle on the action there are a growing number...

ski slopes for beginners in europe

Top 4 Best Europe Ski Resorts for Beginners

For first-time skiers, the choice of resort can shape the entire experience. Gentle slopes, patient ski instructors, and simple lift systems can make the difference between a frustrating first attempt and a week that builds confidence with every run....

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