These beginner slopes stand out as perfect environments for novice skiers, providing a blend of accessibility, support and enjoyment. They transform the learning experience into a memorable adventure, ...

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Nobody gives constructive criticism quite like Stéphane Jacquier. “You look like you’re sat on the toilet,” the begoggled ski ...

Carve: A crisp turn referring to the technique used in Alpine ski racing. When carving, a skier turns their skis onto their edges, a metal strip fixed along the bottom of the ski, which can cut ...

For those who weren’t born sliding down the slopes, come November when the ski season kicks off, rumours of legendary aprés-ski, panoramic mountain lunches and steamy spas might have you warming up to ...

Ski turns are hard, so why bother? From a practical standpoint, the tight and narrow half circles that bring skiers down the mountain offer control, whether that’s setting the pace or choosing where ...