A relic of another era: Jackson’s Honeymoon Bridge Not the Alps. I see this clearly as I drive down North Conway’s main street. Here, amid the hedgerows, chapels, cafes and general enthusiasm, New Hampshire has already shown its beautiful face and yesterday’s delight: the antique rails of the Conway Scenic Railroad running parallel to the… Read More »
Marianna enjoyed one bright black run (there were usually three but the rest were off) and eight reds (some a little short) – Marianna Hunt “Here’s the ski luggage room,” our perfectly haired hotelier said proudly. I looked around. More accurately, it was a parking lot and construction zone, and there was no indication whether… Read More »
Skip the slopes and soak in a jacuzzi in Chamonix More people than ever are looking for the benefits of a holiday in the snow – gentle silence, immersion in winter nature, magical views – without the stormy, high-adrenaline and environmentally harmful aspects of traditional slopes. Holidays without skiing have officially become fashionable. Slow holiday… Read More »
Mayrhofen has been welcoming British skiers and snowboarders for over 100 years Mayrhofen has the chameleon quality that characterizes many Austrian resorts; It will be what the visitors want and it is very successful. He can rock, he can rap, he can be the king of the cool where even the most gnarly snowboarders are… Read More »
In the 1960s, the ultra-modern mid-century developments of Les Menuires came as a shock to many – Getty Les Menuires never backed down on progress; As I was told with refreshing candor on my visit, “…you either love it or hate it.” And this year, Marmite in the French Alps is defiantly celebrating its 60th… Read More »
Critics worry American influence will spoil the appeal of European ski resorts – Switzerland Tourism/Silvano Zeiter Will alpine skiers start to change soon? pickets Instead of sipping onion soup on July 14, should you flip a pitcher or burger on July 4? The recent announcement that US holding company Vail Resorts has acquired the Swiss… Read More »
Tignes in France often sees deep snowfall – Andy Parant Ski resorts around the world are celebrating a strong start to the season as the first winter holidaymakers prepare to spend the festive period in the mountains. In sharp contrast to December 2022, when experts were alarmed by the lack of snow on the slopes… Read More »