ROME, JAN 16 - A weekend of unstable weather, snow in the Western Alps, and scattered showers in the Northwest and South awaits Italy, according to Lorenzo Tedici, meteorologist and media manager for iLMeteo.

A spate of fatal avalanches has struck the French Alps amid persistently unstable conditions following heavy snowfall. This has prompted renewed warnings from the authorities and stark reminders of the dangers of off-piste skiing during periods of high risk.

Police in Switzerland say a fire at a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort area is believed to have left about 40 people dead and dozens more injured.

For one Virginia family, a trip to Europe offered better prices, bigger mountains, and an unexpectedly serious week of ski school.

The slope-side home in Val d'Isère pairs true ski-in/ski-out access with expansive living spaces and panoramic mountain views.

It may take longer than flying, but a train to the Alps has an old-fashioned charm, connecting via Paris allows for a crisp Niçoise lunch at a bistro near the Gare De Lyon. The tedium of Gatwick can’t compete,

It’s a massive mountain range spanning twelve countries, with plenty of places to ski in destinations across France, Italy, Austria, Switzerland and more. The western portion of the Alps are well-known for their skiing, since the highest peaks, like Mont Blanc, are located there.

One hundred days before the start of the 2026 Winter Olympics, it's too early for the weather forecast, but one thing is certain -- there will be artificial snow, much to the dismay of environmental activists. After three Winter Games criticised for being ...

This story is created by National Geographic Traveller (UK). As options for the traditional chalet ski break have dwindled and prices risen, venturing to Europe’s far corners and beyond for a ski break can reap rewards. Costs are often lower, while ...

The Tateyama Snow Corridor is a famous Japanese tourist attraction that hosts tours from April to June, allowing visitors to marvel at 65-foot-high snowbanks.