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Years ago, the Alps were all about skiing and snowboarding. But nowadays, these stunning mountain destinations have embraced something much bigger: wellness tourism.  From thermal spas tucked away in Swiss valleys to yoga retreats in quaint French villages, Europe’s alpine resorts are now offering serious wellness experiences all year round. If you’re looking to combine […]

When the days get colder and nights get longer here in the UK, many begin to think about escaping for some winter sunshine. Others only have one thing on their minds: ski season. However, you don’t need to go far to have a fantastic and active winter holiday, with the breathtaking Scottish Highlands boasting some fantastic slopes. […]

Years ago, skiing was considered to be an activity only for the rich and famous – aristocracy and celebrities who spent their winters in the mountains whooshing down beautifully groomed pistes and finishing by slinging back something warming in an après-ski bar. Nowadays, skiing and snowboarding are frequented by a wider range of holidaymakers, meaning that […]

The team at Oliver’s Travels are a ski-mad bunch! When winter comes around again, we’re the first to head to the slopes and break out those ski skills we’ve parked over summer. We asked some members of the team where they’d recommend going for the best Alpine adventures, so take a look at our insider […]

Skiing holidays are something that many people enjoy with their families over the years. But if you want to get your children started on the slopes from a young age, skiing with toddlers is something that you might be hesitant to attempt when it comes to all the logistics involved. Once your kids are old […]

As the season gets colder, the time to go sailing down snow-capped mountains, eating cheesy fondue and hitting all the best après-ski bars comes closer and closer. Ski season is undoubtedly one of the best seasons of the year, but planning a ski holiday and deciding between Europe’s best ski resorts can be daunting at times. Are […]

Those who have never taken the plunge and tried skiing might have got it into their heads that your options are pretty limited once you’re above the snowline. If you think a luxury ski trip is limited to skiing and, well… après-ski, you couldn’t be more wrong.  Ski resorts often have a wealth of alternative […]

With brilliant snowfalls all across the Alps, it’s set to be a phenomenal ski season! The mountainscape views are awaiting and the fondue it getting cheesier by the second, making it hard resist a holiday on the slopes. And as you might have heard, we’ve got the perfect chalets to host your holiday, whether you’ve never stood on […]

Speeding down snowy slopes under frost-capped mountains is a thrill that ski fans will be very familiar with. At our luxury ski chalets in Europe, you can spend evenings with your family huddled by the open-fire while toasting marshmallows, or soak tired muscles in the hot tub and reminisce about your hard day on the […]

If you’re new to skiing, you might be a little daunted by the choice of ski resorts on offer. Of course, with us you’re always sure to get the very best when it comes to luxury ski chalets, but how do you ensure that you find the perfect ski resort for your needs? We’ve collated […]