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Rock Climbing in Paklenica, Croatia: All You Need to Know

Paklenica National Park is one of the eight national parks in Croatia, located 45 km away from the city of Zadar, in the historical region of Dalmatia. Lying to the south of the Velebit Mountain ―the largest mountain range in the country― and only a few steps away from the Adriatic Sea, Paklenica is

Freeride World Tour Partnership: Ride in Japan with a Pro Athlete

If you have always dreamed of spending a day on the slopes with a pro skier or snowboarder, a new partnership between Explore-Share.com and the Freeride Word Tour (FWT) will allow you to do just that: cruise around the best ski resorts in Japan with some of the country’s most famous riders for a

Off-Piste Skiing in Haute Savoie: What Are the Best Resorts?

One way or another, off-piste skiing always makes its way back to Haute Savoie. The symbolic French region has served the Alpine skiing scene for more than a century, with a major milestone in 1924 when Chamonix hosted the first ever Winter Olympics. Since then, resort after resort has been shaping their identity to

A Guide to Off-Piste Skiing in Davos, Switzerland

Situated on the river Landwasser in a little valley encompassed by the Rhaetian Alps, Davos is a former mining town turned Alpine village. The small city, which is located in the far-eastern Swiss Canton of Graubünden and home to about 10.000 permanent residence, now has two main claims to fame: it is the host

Top Ski Touring & Freeriding Adventures in the Julian Alps, Slovenia

Occupying a swath of territory ranging from northwestern Italy into northern Slovenia, the Julian Alps boast a diverse range of ski touring opportunities. The limestone mountain range covers about 4.400 square kilometers, of which 65 percent are located in Slovenia, and boasts an incredible array of natural beauty. Here snow-capped peaks stand tall over

A Guide to Freeride Skiing in Kitzbühel (Austria)

There a multitude of reasons why Kitzbühel is such a famous and internationally renowned ski resort, especially for freeride skiing. Situated across the Austrian provinces of Tyrol and Salzburg, Kitzbühel has long been a trendy destination for the glamorous and fashionable sections of Austrian society, who flock to the quaint town every Winter. The

Best Resorts for Off-piste Skiing in the French Pyrenees

Lining France’s southern border with Spain, the Pyrenees have long been a popular off-piste skiing location. The ancient mountain range stretches for 500 kilometers from the Bay of Biscay all the way to the Mediterranean Sea. For tourists from around Europe and the rest of the world, the Pyrenees serve as a smaller, less crowded

Heliskiing in Turkey: What Are the Best Spots?

There is a lot of intrigue surrounding Turkey, the intercontinental country straddling Europe and Asia. It is well-known as a cultural crossroads, blending peoples and communities together for centuries. Istanbul, once Constantinople, is the largest city of this melting pot, which combines more than just history and heritage. One of the most fascinating parts

Off The Beaten Path Ski Destinations: Departure Dates for 2019-2020

You've skied the classic venues. You are intrepid, adventurous, always in search of new challenges. Why not venture off the beaten path for your next ski trip? From Iran to Russia, there's a lot to explore out there. Check out the departure dates for 2019-2020 and join a group with a certified guide!

A Guide to Off-piste Skiing in La Grave, France

Nestled at the foot of the Massif des Écrins, along France’s eastern border with Italy, sits the sleepy ski resort town of La Grave. Situated in the shadow of the iconic peak, La Meije, this idyllic little town of just 500 full-time residents is the perfect place for any off-piste adventure in the Hautes