“Do you want to ski down seven Chilean volcanoes?” “COUNT ME IN!” This was how we discovered our tried-and-trusted way to get into the back country safely. We still have a few mountaineering skills to learn (and a head for heights to gain!) before we tackle “The Magnificent Seven” – and I’m not sure thatContinue reading “With Great Powder Comes Great Responsibility!”
Category Archives: Monte Rosa
Pups in POW!
We awoke to a very different Monday morning. We were up with the larks at,er, 11:30! After our journey of 1000 miles, we both felt like we had been bulldozed. It was a beautiful bluebird day but neither of us felt anything like skiing. With no new snow for some time, the conditions were quiteContinue reading “Pups in POW!”
Winter Walkies in Monte Rosa
Monte Rosa prides itself on being Dog Friendly. That said, we could find NO information whatsoever on how and where to walk dogs before we arrived in the ski area. Of course, once we arrived, we sussed it out ourselves and it was actually very straightforward! Here are my Top Tips on winter walking. RouteContinue reading “Winter Walkies in Monte Rosa”
Gressoney, Monte Rosa – Hidden Gem & Off Piste Ski Paradise!
Like so many fantastic discoveries, we happened upon Monte Rosa by accident; a last-minute, birthday ski trip to a quiet and little-known Italian resort and that was it. It was love! Updated with new information January 25 for the 2024-25 ski season.