Avoriaz is a purpose-built resort sits high above neighbouring Morzine - Oreli/Avoriaz Tourist Office The French ski resort of Avoriaz was the brainchild of Jean Vuarnet, 1960 Olympic Downhill ...

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 ...

Nobody gives constructive criticism quite like Stéphane Jacquier. “You look like you’re sat on the toilet,” the begoggled ski instructor says to one of my fellow beginners, whose tendency to bend her ...

Imagine being able to ski right up to your front door. No heavy skis or boards to shoulder while you waddle for miles in clunky boots, just an effortless glide back home then packing your kit away in ...

Flying down the pistes takes on something of a new meaning when you’re following a white-tailed eagle and his handler on the sunny slopes of Morzine. This majestic bird of prey was once nearly extinct ...

It’s a generational thing, but less young people are skiing than ever before. And that poses an economic challenge for ski resorts who need to ensure a constant stream of holidaymakers into the future ...

After abruptly closing in March 2020, France's alpine ski resorts have reopened. But this year you'll need more than just goggles and a lift pass. In France, downhill skiing came to a halt with the ...