The History of Snowboarding

History of Snowboarding

Snowboarding is a snow activity which was invented not as a form of travel but just for fun. Besides skiing and sledding, snowboarding is a common thing to do during winter and has been part of Winter Olympics and Paralympics since 1998 and 2014, respectively. While this sport became popular in the … Read more

Best Mountains for Beginners

Mountains for Beginners

Climbing mountains isn’t meant for everybody. But you don’t have to be everybody if you start with small steps. Sure it might seem like something only people with years of experience can do. While that is true, it only applies to a few very dangerous mountains. For beginners, there are a ton … Read more

Amazing Mountain Towns in the US

Amazing Mountain Towns in the US

It is not a big surprise that these towns have widely been considered as favorites by several tourists, or by others who have made them their home. So whether you plan to hit some skiing resort or just want to get away from the urban noise to experience a bit of peace, … Read more

Interesting Facts About The Swiss Alps

Swiss Alps

The Swiss Alps or simply the Alps, are Europe’s highest, greatest and most famous mountain range. It spans approximately 750 miles (1,200 kilometers) across eight nations: Austria, Italy, Slovenia, Germany, France, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Monaco. The high peaks and the grand, awe-inspiring views have made the Alps a popular tourist and sports … Read more

Unusual Winter Sports

Unusual Winter Sports

Here are some of the uncommon sports in the winter or in the snowy areas that you may be unfamiliar with (but might want to try): Curling Curling is an unusual sport which originated in the Old World. This sport, which consists of sweeping stones to reach the “eye” (target) of the … Read more

Top Ski Resorts in Europe

Ski Resorts

Europe is a beautiful continent and there are many things to see and do including visiting its ski resorts. Whether you’re schussing down the snowy slopes or savoring the cheese fondue of the Alps mountains, ski resorts there offer something for every ski enthusiasts of all skills. Here are some of the … Read more

Top Ski Resorts in North America

Ski Resorts in North America

If you love riding down the snowy slopes, then North America is the heaven for you – there are a lot of ski resort options there. The ski resorts in the United States and Canada have everything you need for your skiing holiday — from great powders to amazing scenery to marvelous après-ski … Read more

World Most Remote Ski Resorts

World Most Remote Ski Resorts

Forget the Alps. If you want to go on a truly remarkable and unforgettable skiing trip, choose skiing destinations that are remote, unfrequented, inconspicuous or under the radar of most skiers. Click on this gallery to find the world’s most remote ski resorts, and you’ll be surprised to find them in the … Read more