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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

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

A Guide to Off-Piste Skiing in Zermatt

There are a number of reasons why Zermatt is a regular at the top of every adventurer’s holiday list. This Swiss resort town sitting at 1,600 meters is part of the home stretch of the classic Haute Route, which has helped bolster its reputation into one of the best high mountain skiing destinations in

Heliskiing in Mont Blanc: What are the Best Spots?

Mont Blanc has captured the eye of Turner, the pen of the Shelley's, and the piano of Liszt, among many who have also found inspiration in this stunning massif in the Alps. In mountaineering and winter sports, it is an emblem that attracts adventurers, explorers and athletes year round. But there is still a

All You Need to Know About Freeride Skiing in Tignes / Val D’Isere (France)

Tignes and Val d’Isere are two of the most impressive freeride skiing locations in France. Each with its own resort and facilities, they are under an hour apart by bus. This is also one of the largest freeride skiing areas in the world, with endless possibilities in terms of locations, villages, slopes and landscapes.

Best spots for Freeriding & Ski Touring in the Dolomites

The Dolomites are an impressive limestone mountain range located in Italy’s northeast and split between the provinces of Trentino, Belluno, Bolzano, Udine and Pordenone. The area has been a popular destination for all types of outdoor sports for more than a century. However, it is arguably most known for its superb ski touring slopes

All You Need to Know to Go Backcountry Skiing in Whistler

Over the last few decades, Whistler has become synonymous with unbridled wilderness, exciting winter sports, incomparable getaways, and one of the world’s best places to make your skiing dreams come true. Its position as a world-class ski destination was further cemented with the 2010 Winter Olympics, hosted by Vancouver, which saw many events featured