Tag Archives: ski

Skiing in Grindelwald, Switzerland: learning to ski again

Sue Attwood hadn’t skied for four decades. Then last year, she decided to give it another go. Continue reading

Naples guide: flights and packages

A guide to flights, packages, tours – and the perfect pizzas – in the Italian city of Naples. Continue reading

The world’s ten best mountain restaurants

From Austria to Japan, Andrew Purvis chooses ten of the world’s finest slope-side restaurants. Continue reading

Snow arrives early in the Alps

Heavy snowfall has arrived in ski resorts in the Alps and North America, with some areas reporting 72cm of snowfall this week. Continue reading

Nice: France’s alternative to winter blues in Britain

The Riviera resort of Nice is still a great place to escape the gloom, says Anthony Peregrine. Continue reading

European city hotels for under €100: four of the best

Francesca Syz chooses four of the best European city hotels Continue reading

Travel advice: car hire; tough luggage; sailing in the Canaries

Gill Charlton offers advice on web-based ‘booking engines’, robust luggage and sailing in the Canaries. Continue reading

Monterosa: restaurants and entertainment

The best Monterosa restaurants and bars, including the Bistrot and Atelier Gourmand, good cheaper alternatives and options on the mountain. Continue reading

Monterosa hotels

Our pick of Monterosa hotels, from the luxurious Relais des Glaciers, to the best lodges and budget options. Continue reading

Google Street View now covers every continent including Antarctica

Google has taken its StreetView mapping service to all seven continents. Continue reading