St Moritz might be famous for its glitz and glamour – and it does offer plenty of that – but the Swiss resort also has a lot more for curious winter sports enthusiasts, from snowkiting and bobsleigh runs to night skiing and partying on the slopes. Wacky St Moritz Where…
What could be so difficult about planting two feet on a skateboard without wheels and gliding effortlessly down a snowy piste? A lot, as it turns out. Jane Duru harnesses the power of positive thinking, with a beginner's snowboarding trip to Cervinia in the Italian Alps. They say it’s never…
If you’re a snow sports fanatic or are simply looking for a job to tide you over the winter months, why not consider working in a ski resort? Molly Savard looks into the ins and outs of getting a job in the mountains. Despite snow sports enthusiasts already gearing up…
The magnitude of Whistler first hits you during the scenic two-hour drive from Vancouver. As the Sea-to-Sky Highway weaves through British Columbia's Coast Mountains and rain turns to fluffy snow, it becomes clear: You've arrived in ski and snowboard heaven. Credit: Mike Crane/Courtesy of Tourism Whistler After all, Whistler is…
Ever dreamed of surfing and skiing in the same day? Now you can do just that — even if you can't get to California. The Reeds at Shelter Haven, a luxury boutique hotel in New Jersey, announced it's partnering with the global luxury travel experts at EmbarkBeyond to introduce a surf…
Amtrak is bringing its Winter Park Express train just in time for ski season. Known as the "ski train," the rail connects downtown Denver with the Winter Park Ski Resort, which sits just 67 miles outside of Denver. The resort can be accessed two hours by train — making for…
After learning to snowboard in Canada a decade ago, Susie Henderson returns to Whistler Blackcomb to find out if she's still got the right moves. A shaky start I cautiously edged my snowboard a few more feet down the slope, scraping twigs and rocks exposed by the spring thaw. ‘In…
Credit: Westend61/Getty Images Mountain season is almost upon us, which means if you're an avid skier or rider, it's time to choose your allegiance and pick a ski pass. There are a plethora of passes out there, including big names like the Ikon and Epic Pass. While these will certainly…
The warm days of summer might seem a distant memory, but that doesn't mean you have to stay locked up until April. Enjoy a cultural experience at a music festival in Russia, or dazzle at the striking ice displays in Japan. Music lovers Winter Festival, Prague (2-7 Jan) Treat yourself…
Years out are not just a rite of passage for carefree college-leavers. The urge to take a sabbatical from daily trudge can hit at any time of life. Whether you're uninspired by 9-5 living, fancy a change in professional direction, crave fresh experiences or want to pep up your CV…