The Alps possess lure and legend for every alpine skier. Zermatt, St Anton, Kitzbuhel, Courchevel, Chamonix… all these ski resorts conjure visions of grand vertical, soaring skiable peaks, picture perfect chalets, and the best ski scenery in the world. But modern progress in the US Rockies, and Japan, have perhaps eclipsed the traditional alpine skiing of Europe. Are The Alps …
Kitzbuhel is a legendary ski resort where skiing originated back in 1893 when Franz Reisch first skied the Kitzbuhler Horn on wooden barrel skis. That launched an alpine evolution, and Kitzbühel has been on the fast track ever since. Now Kitz is where wealthy skiers, fast Downhill racers, and chic celebs come to ski and après ski. Today Kitzbuhel is …
Tips on hiring a Ski Guide for big mountain off-piste skiing in The Alps.
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On overnight flights, set your watch and set your mind, get some sleep on the plane, and arrive at your travel destination ready to explore. Don’t waste a day jet lagged.
Are you a responsible regenerative traveler? When you visit a new destination, are you conscience of the environment, do you benefit the locals, do you respect their community and eco-system? Or are you in and out, selfies posted, minimal interaction with the culture and its people, and no real investment in the place? Eco-tourism, sustainable travel – these are trendy …
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The Swiss Alps are the most dramatic scenic ski mountains anywhere. Switzerland has over 200 ski areas in a country the size of New Hampshire and Vermont combined! Skiing in the shadows of The Eiger’s North Face in the Jungfrau Region is as breathtaking as it gets. The Murren’s Schilthorn, Zermatt’s Matterhorn, Titlis Glacier, Mont Fort at Verbier…the list of …
Skiing is a challenging sport, to pack for especially. Being comfortable and warm when skiing is all about quality base layers and technical fabrics. But you also want to look stylish from first chair to après ski. Friends ask me how I dress for a ski day and après ski, and how to pack for a week skiing out West …
Tips on staying in someone’s home while vacationing… There is nothing more gracious and generous than friends or family welcoming you into their home when you’re traveling. You want to show your gratitude by being polite and respectful of your host’s home. Because you could stay in a hotel or AirBnB instead… it’s very personal and special being received for …