open image in gallery Les Houches is one of the main ski areas in Chamonix (Gaëtan Haugeard) Aside from its setting, Chamonix’s other huge draw is that it’s incredibly well-connected.

Few ski resorts are as evocative as Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Set in the sawtooth-sided valley beneath the north face of Europe’s highest peak, the town has a strong claim to be the birthplace not ...

Val d'Isère is a fantastic choice to get some skiing in early in the season - although there are plenty more options An early-season ski trip in December can be a fantastic option for those looking to ...

Two young climbers managed to find a difficult new route in the hyper-popular French Alps. They on-sighted the line over ...

There’s no two ways about it: skiing is an expensive sport. If you’re ever unsure about how posh someone is, just see how ...

While serious incidents on the slopes are rare, they do happen – find out when and where accidents are most likely to occur ...

Planning a ski trip in advance is the key to making it affordable. Booking early, choosing off-peak times and locations, and considering alternative lodging options can lead to significant savings.