skiing (39 community guides)

Boasting one of the most reliable snow records in Europe, pistes to suit all standards and a partying scene, Val d’Isère is, in my opinion, a contender for the best ski resort in the world... read more »

Discover my favourite ski runs, hotels, restaurants and the rich Royal and celebrity heritage of Klosters in Switzerland... read more »

Skiing, off piste, apres ski, paraponting, heli-skiing, downhill racing - Val d'Isere has it all and more. Here's my guide to making the most of a winter sports break in the French resort ... read more »

Have you always wanted to go to Zermatt but just weren't sure? Well it really is as good as everyone says. Read on to find out more... read more »

Argentiere is famed for its steep slopes and challenging off-piste at the Grands Montets ski area. Here are some insider tips to help you get the most out of your stay... read more »

A little piece of skiing heaven in luxurious Obergurgl... read more »

Lake Placid, in upstate New York, is not just a monster movie – it’s where the ski jumping career of "The Eagle" literally took off, and a stunning winter sports hotspot... read more »

With stunning scenery, uncrowded ski slopes and a fantastic range of activities and après-ski options, the Canadian resort of Banff has all the ingredients for a dream winter sports destination... read more »

A millionaire’s playground and a working western town: Jackson Hole, Wyoming, has something for all - and the skiing is always first class... read more »

Saas-Fee in Switzerland is the ideal place to learn to ski in idyllic surroundings. At the other extreme, snowboarders flock here year-round to check out the awesome snow park on Mittelallalin glacier... read more »

Livigno is duty free, cheap and offers some fantastic skiing. So what’s the catch? Well, getting there can be a problem - but it’s definitely worth it in the end ... read more »

Looking for a skiing holiday with superb slopes, cosy chalets and outstanding apres action - without the queues endured at big resorts? Then head to La Rosiere, France's best-kept skiing secret... read more »

Kamchatka's elemental landscape provides some of the wildest and most inspiring skiing on earth... read more »

Serious snowsports fans should skip the big Canadian resorts and head to Fernie in British Columbia for more snow, fewer people and a unique town - and a mountain that sorts the men from the boys... read more »

Whether you are a ski virgin or ski expert, Les Arcs has enough spacious slopes and après ski to keep the whole family happy ... read more »

Queenstown might be heralded as the extreme sports capital of the world, but New Zealand’s glaciers are undoubtedly cooler... read more »

Venture into Austria’s core and be mesmerized by spectacular panoramas, adrenaline-filled activities and budget-friendly prices... read more »

Advent is one of the most beautiful seasons in Salzburg: the first snowflakes swirl in the air, children build snowmen in the Mirabell Gardens and the scent of mulled wine wafts through the streets... read more »

There are certain must haves when skiing with kids. La Rosiere has them all in abundance ... read more »

Norway’s national parks form arguably the world’s best and most reliable skiing area, where cross-country skiers can go cabin-hopping in comfort and style... read more »