Tag Archives: verbier

The 40-something ski bum: blog 20

Verbier goes a touch surreal as Ozzy Osbourne, a burlesque performer and other characters take to the slopes. Continue reading

Ultratravel directory: what’s new in the world of luxury travel

The little black book of luxury travel, featuring Caribbean villas, Brazilian eco lodges, and New Forest retreats. Continue reading

Practical guide to planning a motorhome holiday

Kate McCann advises on how to plan a holiday in a motorhome and how to avoid the build-up of cabin fever. Continue reading

Miranda Richardson interview: travelling life

Miranda Richardson, the actress, on relishing wildlife in South America, glamour in Venice and a muddy bar in Somerset. Continue reading

The 40-something ski bum: blog 17

Want to ski better? Continue reading

Ski helmet debate: ‘a woolly hat wouldn’t have saved me’

Boris Johnson believes a woolly hat provides protection on the slopes. Gabriella Le Breton disagrees. Continue reading

The 40-something ski bum: blog 16

Meet Philippe May, a speed skier who has reached the truly terrifying velocity of 250 kilometres per hour. Continue reading

The 40-something ski bum: blog 15

Indulging in a slice of cake after a strenuous run is one of the great pleasures of skiing, says James Bedding. Continue reading

The 40-something ski bum: blog 13

Is it the mountain views? The crisp Alpine air? Whatever it is, hearts keep melting on the slopes of Verbier of late. Continue reading

The 40-something ski bum: blog 11

James Bedding makes two discoveries: how to do Verbier on budget – and how to ski a little less like a toy robot. Continue reading