Guides

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....

A high altitude snow sports playground in the French Tarentaise valley, La Plagne is a popular ski resort attracting millions of visitors a year. Linked to neighbouring Les Arcs as part of the huge Paradiski area, there is a...

Skiing and snowboarding are definitely a workout. OK, no it’s not like running a marathon, so ski fitness doesn’t mean you have to be in peak physical condition. But being prepared for the amount of exercise involved isn’t just...

Riding groomed pistes is great. But there comes a time when every skier or snowboarder eyes that off-piste and just has to go explore. Luckily here in Europe we do have some great ski resorts with access to some...

Offering what might be one of the most accessible ski areas in Switzerland, Flumserberg is a fun sized ski area a short commute from Zurich. But does it's proximity to Zurich and the day-tripping appeal make this a winner...

Heading to Bansko for your next ski trip? The Bulgarian ski resort is a popular winter retreat thanks to it's lively town and it's affordable nature (albeit less so than previous years). And one of the reasons to head...

If you're like me, a ski trip can be the highlight of the year. And when it comes to planning your ski trip, you're usually weighing up a whole bunch of options, It can make it tricky to know...

One of the things about Bansko, Bulgaria's premier ski resort, is that it has a bit of a mixed reputation. Some people love it and swear by the great terrain and awesome food, others tell you it's not worth...

The largest skiable glacier in Austria, with around a one hour transfer from Innsbruck, the Stubai Gletcscher is a dependable choice for those looking for snowsure riding. And with it's early season (kicking off in October) all the way...

One thing about skiing is you can't always be sure of the weather, especially with climate change affecting seasonal snowfall. And while glaciers are retreating across the world, not least in Europe and the Alps, there are (still) some...