The biggest challenge of the Chamonix to Zermatt ski tour is likely a physical one; but it shouldn't be the burden of weight on the ski mountaineer's back.

Mar 30, 2009 - Lisa Auer

Although Chamonix is not well set up for budget travel, one can hike in the Aiguilles Rouges, join a game of pétanque or stroll the local markets without spending a cent.

Aug 12, 2009 - Lisa Auer

For action-seeking holiday makers, wet weather activities should be calculated into vacation plans. Chamonix weather is changeable but it need not spoil a holiday.

Jul 25, 2009 - Lisa Auer

The last day of the Tour du Mont Blanc includes a stop atop Brevent and a long descent back down to Les Houches.

Aug 13, 2009 - Lyda Phillips

Guided ski adventures involving a week of off-piste skiing in France, Italy or Switzerland. Take the gamble out of resort skiing. Travel to the best snow.

Jul 14, 2009 - Lisa Auer

Ski touring or back country skiing is a fantastic way to escape the crowds, experience nature at its best and get fit at minimal environmental cost.

Dec 30, 2009 - Lisa Auer

If you're going to invest in a skiing holiday you might as well pick from the best. Alexandra Szydlowska rounds up the top skiing locations in the US and Europe.

Nov 26, 2009 - Alexandra Szydlowska

The Alps are often crowded in winter as hordes flock to Europe's winter downhill skiing playground. But the SaasTal is a quieter hideaway with plenty to offer.

Mar 6, 2009 - Chiz Dakin

From Champex, hikers on the Tour du Mont Blanc have a choice of a high, difficult route or a lower, more pastoral trek.

Aug 11, 2009 - Lyda Phillips

A rock scramble over bridges, across ledges and up cliffs, via ferrata is an excellent way to explore the Alps - and overcome your acrophobia.

Sep 14, 2010 - Sadie Nachtigal

The traditional first day of the Tour du Mont Blanc starts in Les Houches and ends in Les Contamines, but there are two ways to get there.

Aug 5, 2009 - Lyda Phillips

For those who love a French holiday by train, a touristic and scenic train travel will let them experience the best of the railway heritage in France.

Jul 20, 2010 - Valeria Teo

Modern backcountry bindings, ski touring bindings or AT bindings as they are alternately known are built to maximise uphill travel comfort and downhill ski performance.

Jan 8, 2010 - Lisa Auer

Snowboarders should not miss out on venturing into the back-country on account of their equipment. The best snow boarding set up will depend on the style of riding.

Nov 18, 2009 - Lisa Auer

Freestyle snowboarding and the use of terrain park facilities offer many high energy challenges however, like many winter sports they have associated risks.

May 31, 2010 - Lisa Auer