Does private luxury hiking in the Alps feel like an indulgence? We’ve got the lowdown on the pros and cons of private vs group trips. Flex to suit you Flexibility can only be found within your own group. Joining any group with a fixed itinerary means you...
When we say a private guided tour of the Alps, we mean private. No expensive trip that mixes you with people of varied abilities. No set itinerary of where you will hike each day… no, no, no. That is not the way to experience the...
Combine luxury hotels with biking and hiking in the Alps for a total blast. We like to hike narrow trails that meander across the mountains with spectacular views, too small to fit a bike. Then, we cover more territory by bike for a different feel...
Standing in Zermatt’s early season alpine snow this week, I realised that this is the third consecutive year that the snow has been au rendezvous in early December. We’re hearing that fresh-snow squeak as we walk through town after what is already three weeks of...
Where are the best ski resorts in Europe? Not every European ski resort is created equal and our guests are highly discerning snow bunnies. Critical criteria People choose ski resorts for many different reasons. It may be where your friends are skiing or where rumours say the...
You may have seen some negative press around Alpine climate change and the management of snow for the ski World Cup in Zermatt recently. Some journalists went to report on the downhill races around the Matterhorn and noticed grooming machines taking snow from the glacier...
Snow is falling on the Alpine peaks today which bodes well for this winter’s tailor made guided trips. As the mercury drops, excitement rises. This is because cool ground in Autumn increases the chance of a stable snow base. And a stable base is essential...
If you’re reading this, you have probably raced down groomed runs and perhaps dabbled in some off-piste in the past while staying in mountain resorts. But now you’re wondering: how do I take my skiing to the next level? If this is you, we have...
Ten years ago we took our first client group to ski like James Bond in the European Alps. They were chased down the mountain by armed henchmen and sipped cocktails in a Russian oligarch’s lair. They wanted to be the stars of the show, not...
Just the way we like it While planning your private adventures on skis in Europe this winter, we are also already looking ahead to next season. 2023 was the busiest summer ever for us, with the most trips we have ever had. As we come up...
