Verbier is the world’s premier ski resort and an excellent destination for winter sports enthusiasts of all types. It’s not just about skiing and snowboarding at Verbier; there’s also so much to do and see when the weather isn’t snowy. For example, if you love art and culture, you’ll love the Verbier Art & Culture …
In late 2017, my parents, sister, and I traveled to the snowy town of Val Thorenc in the French Alps for a few weeks of skiing and snowboarding. Val Thorenc is a gondola-accessible town that offers skiers and snowboarders access to some of the highest peaks in all of France. Val Thorenc is also the …
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Crafted for the unyielding, uncompromising spirit of the mountains, the snow and the Pistes, the new Burton Snowboards Cervinia Red Label Snowboardwear collection is a showcase of technical innovation and expert craftsmanship, representing the best of what Burton Snowboards has to offer in a single place. From the base of its headquarters to the peaks …
Tignes is the perfect destination for a snowboarding adventure, and there are several reasons why. With over 90 pistes, Tignes is one of the biggest ski resorts in the French Alps, and it’s also home to one of the finest resorts in the world for winter sports. This combination of factors makes Tignes a very …
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When it comes to snow, many people think of the snowy mountains of the far north, with their fresh powder and deep snowfalls. But snow also exists in other parts of the world, and Europe is home to some of the best places to snowboard. The local snowfall, terrain, and general vibe of a snowboard …
St Anton is one of the most sought-after locations for freestyle and backcountry skiing. The perfect environment for snowboarders as well. St Anton is unique in that it offers varied terrain and conditions for beginners, intermediates and experts alike. It’s also one of the most accessible locations for freestyle and backcountry snowboarding because of the …
The Finnish capital of Ruka is a top-notch destination for anyone into freeriding. Some of the best hills in Finland are in Ruka, and that’s where you’ll find plenty of powdery goodness, too. The city itself is not exactly known for its shredders, though. That’s why it’s a great place to learn how to snowboard …
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Sure, it’s not the deepest, most consistent snow you’ll find anywhere, but there’s something undeniably magical about hitting the slopes during the New Zealand winter. Sure, you’ll have to brave some frosty conditions and a good bit of wind, but even if you’re not keen on snow, there’s no denying the magic of a New …
Whistler Blackcomb is the largest ski resort in the Canadian province of British Columbia, and the third-largest ski resort in North America. The resort is located in North Vancouver, 50 minutes from downtown Vancouver and 30 minutes from the town of Whistler, British Columbia. At 7,451 feet, Whistler Blackcomb is the highest ski resort in …
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Imagine you’re somewhere pristine and tranquil in the middle of nowhere. The only sound to be heard is the gentle lapping of the waves against the shore and the chirping of the birds in the trees. Now imagine that it’s a cold winter’s day and the only thing that’s moving is a thick blanket of …
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