Woman faces bear on solo hike in German Alps
A solo female hiker describes a terrifying face-to-face encounter with a brown bear in Germany's Chiemgau Alps, an area with no breeding population for nearly 200 years. Read her shocking story.
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Alpine Art Installation Requires 6-Hour Hike
A new art installation in the Italian Alps, the Frattini Bivouac, is only accessible via a six-hour trek. The red shelter offers basic refuge and encourages visitors to 'think like a mountain'. Discover this unique blend of art and wilderness.
Val Thorens Named World's Best Ski Resort 2025
France's Val Thorens wins World's Best Ski Resort 2025, marking its third consecutive victory. Discover the top ski destinations and hotels for your next winter getaway.
Discover Annecy: The French Venice Without Crowds
Tired of Venice's crowds and fees? Discover Annecy, France's stunning Alpine answer, with its canals, castles, and culinary delights. Plan your serene escape today!
Glass mountain shelter unveiled for 2026 Olympics
An innovative glass bivouac, designed for mountaineers, will be showcased at the 2026 Winter Olympics before being installed in the Italian Alps. Discover this feat of sustainable design.
£70/night Swiss spa hostel redefines budget travel
Discover Switzerland's most luxurious budget accommodation - a stunning spa hostel offering thermal pools, mountain views and designer dorms for just £70 per night.
Alpine Golf Paradise: Kulm Hotel St. Moritz Experience
Discover the world's most spectacular alpine golf course at Kulm Hotel St. Moritz - where luxury meets dramatic mountain scenery for an unforgettable golfing adventure.
Italian Avalanche Kills 7 in Glacier Collapse Tragedy
A catastrophic glacier collapse in the Italian Dolomites has claimed at least seven lives with multiple others injured and missing in one of the Alps' deadliest mountain disasters in recent years.
British father and daughter die in Mont Blanc climbing tragedy
A British father and his daughter are among five climbers who lost their lives in a devastating accident on Mont Blanc's treacherous Bosses ridge, sparking a major international rescue operation.
Five climbers killed in Dolomites avalanche tragedy
A devastating avalanche in Italy's Dolomite mountains has claimed the lives of five climbers, including a father and his young daughter, during a popular via ferrata route. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the cause.
Father and daughter climbers die in Italian Alps tragedy
Experienced climbers Hansjörg and Martina Leukert found dead after failing to return from challenging South Tyrol ascent in devastating mountain accident.
Five dead in Italian Alps avalanche tragedy
A climbing expedition on the Marmolada mountain turns fatal as an avalanche claims five lives, with one survivor hospitalised in critical condition.
Alps Avalanche: Three Dead, Multiple Missing in Tragedy
A devastating avalanche has struck the French Alps, claiming at least three lives with several others missing as rescue teams continue their desperate search operation.
Missing Campers' Remains Found After Decade
The chilling discovery of Greg Lynn and Carol Clay's remains solves a decade-long missing persons case, revealing a tragic camping trip gone wrong in the Australian wilderness.
Ski James Bond's Swiss Alpine Paradise in Mürren
Discover the breathtaking Swiss resort that doubled as James Bond's alpine retreat in 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service.' From thrilling ski runs to iconic filming locations, experience the ultimate 007 adventure in the heart of the Bernese Oberland.
GB Curling Teams Train in Italian Alps for Beijing Olympics
Great Britain's curling teams for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics have established their European training headquarters in the Italian Alps, preparing for medal contention away from home comforts.
The Arula Chalets: Austria's Secluded Alpine Paradise
Escape to the breathtaking Arula Chalets in Austria's Paznaun Valley - where luxury meets wilderness in these stunning adults-only mountain retreats offering private saunas and panoramic alpine views.
Italy's Hidden Christmas Market Gem With Magical Train
Forget the usual European Christmas markets - this enchanting Italian town offers authentic festive charm without the tourist crowds, complete with a magical Christmas train journey through snow-dusted mountains.
Courchevel 1850: Inside the French Alps' Royal Ski Retreat
Discover why Courchevel 1850 remains the French Alps' most exclusive winter playground, beloved by royalty and celebrities for its pristine slopes, Michelin-starred dining, and unparalleled luxury accommodations.
At 83, She's Skiing Austria Like Never Before
Discover how octogenarian Hilary Bradt proves age is just a number while embarking on an exhilarating skiing holiday in Austria's breathtaking alpine landscape.
Fashion tycoon's son suspect in own hiking death
The son of a prominent British fashion magnate has been officially named as a suspect in his own death during a Swiss hiking trip, in a shocking twist that has rocked the industry.
Italian Alps emergency: No snow crisis hits tourism
The Italian Alps face an unprecedented crisis as record-low snowfall prompts regional state of emergency declarations, putting winter tourism and local economies in peril.
Filipino climber dies in Japan Alps fall
A 34-year-old Filipino mountaineer has died after a devastating 150-metre fall while climbing Japan's treacherous Northern Alps, marking another tragic incident in the popular climbing destination.
Solo Skiing: The Ultimate Winter Freedom
Discover why solo skiing holidays are booming across the Alps and beyond. From French resorts to Swiss mountains and Bulgarian value, find out how skiing alone offers freedom, new friendships and unforgettable adventures.
Missing 4-year-old boy search after mother found dead
A massive search operation is underway in the French Alps for a missing four-year-old boy after his mother was discovered dead in their apartment in a picturesque Alpine village near Annecy.
Bodies found in Mount Tosc ravine tragedy
Italian rescue teams make heartbreaking discovery in Mount Tosc ravine after extensive search operation in treacherous alpine terrain
Felix Baumgartner's partner dies in paragliding tragedy
Austrian extreme sports star Felix Baumgartner's partner, 53-year-old Daniela Pock, has died following a devastating paragliding crash in the Austrian Alps, leaving the adventure community in shock.
Italy's Ski Resort Imposes Strict Chairlift Weight Limits
Exclusive: Italian ski resort Madonna di Campiglio introduces controversial new weight restrictions on chairlifts, banning groups exceeding 265kg in dramatic safety overhaul affecting winter sports enthusiasts.
Two climbers killed in Julian Alps avalanche tragedy
A devastating avalanche in Slovenia's Julian Alps has claimed the lives of two climbers near the summit of Toska, prompting emergency responses and raising questions about mountain safety.
Two women perish in freezing conditions on Mount Bogong
Two Victorian women found frozen to death on Mount Bogong after failing to return from hike. Emergency services launch major rescue operation in treacherous alpine conditions.
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