Winter skiing in the Alps usually starts in December, and the majority of resorts remain open until the last week in April. This leaves you around 150 days to take your ski weekend or short ski break...

What do you pack for a ski weekend? We look at how you can minimise your kit, but still maximise your enjoyment...

Did you see Ski Weekend on the BBC? Admittedly, it was in 2005, so you might have missed it...

In April 2014, Lachlan set out with two companions to attempt to ski the Haute Route (Chamonix to Zermatt) in three days...

 

weekend in chamonix hotel

Where should you stay for a weekend in Chamonix? We cover some of the best options available...