Magazine

While Chamonix is best known for its skiing, there is far more to the valley than the slopes alone. From the Aiguille du Midi and the Mer de Glace to snowshoeing, dog sledding, spa afternoons and time in town, there is plenty to amuse non-skiers in Chamonix.

From private chefs and housekeeping to dining out and flexible service, we look at the practical differences between catered and self-catered chalets, and which is likely to suit your group best.

Compare Verbier and Zermatt to discover which Swiss ski resort best suits your style of ski holiday.

Our guide reveals the top things to do in St Moritz for non-skiers, from hiking and ice skating to tobogganing, ice bathing, and family adventures.

Kickstart the winter season with our guide to the best skiing in December, showcasing five snow-sure resorts in Switzerland, France and Austria.

From gourmet Alta Badia to glamorous Cortina d'Ampezzo, explore our guide to the best places to stay in the Dolomites year-round.

Compare Megève and Courchevel to discover which French ski resort best suits your style of ski holiday.

From luxury chalets and ski instruction to family-friendly activities, discover how to make your group ski holiday to Zermatt unforgettable.

Explore the finest gourmet experiences in the Alps, from food festivals and Michelin-starred restaurants to unique adventures such as fondue gondolas and torchlit snowshoe dinners.

Discover the thrill of skiing untouched slopes in some of the most remote corners of the world with a luxury heliskiing yacht charter. From the deep powder of British Columbia to Greenland’s Arctic fjords and the pristine wilderness of Antarctica, these bespoke expeditions combine five-star comfort at sea with heli-assisted access to extraordinary terrain