After ten days of moving hotels, hauling suitcases, and doing the usual December travel cardio, it was time for our annual retreat to the Alps—this time with my sister’s family. We’d spent the last two years in the South Alps, mostly because it was closer to her home and we didn’t want to spend more…
As someone who grew up in a tropical country, snow has always fascinated me. My first encounter with it was during a year-long AFS exchange program in New Zealand. I experienced my first snowfall in Christchurch and took my very first ski lesson at a nearby resort. Though I started small, I eventually braved the…
After our family’s first ski lesson last year, we were hooked! Well, maybe not my husband quite as much, but he’s a good sport and tags along. This year, we decided to dive deeper into the slopes and spend more time skiing together. Initially, I wanted to return to Serre Chevalier, where we had a…
When it comes to skiing, the French are spoiled for choice with the majestic French Alps right in their backyard. Home to some of the largest and most famous ski areas in the world, the French Alps attract both seasoned pros and eager beginners each year. If you’re curious about where the French love to…
