Jul 13th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Tragedy struck one of the most popular and iconic mountains in all of Europe yesterday when an avalanche claimed the lives of nine climbers on Mont Blanc. The massive snow slide is believed to have been accidentally started by another climber who was attempting to scale the 4810-meter (15,781-foot) peak at the time.
Search and rescue teams quickly leapt into action and were able to locate two ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Avalanche Kills Nine On Mont Blanc
Jul 13th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Tragedy struck one of the most popular and iconic mountains in all of Europe yesterday when an avalanche claimed the lives of nine climbers on Mont Blanc. The massive snow slide is believed to have been accidentally started by another climber who was attempting to scale the 4810-meter (15,781-foot) peak at the time.
Search and rescue teams quickly leapt into action and were able to locate two ...Bikini ski contest a huge hit in the French Alps
Jun 24th, 2009 at 2:00PM: 5 degree weather did not stop these talented skiers from showing their skills during the yearly "Bikini ski contest" in the French Tignes ski resort. The resort is one of just 2 locations in France with year round snow, and even in the middle of summer, temperatures are low enough that they can offer perfect snow conditions. You'll find a second (better) video clip here. ...
15 Great Mountain Vacations
Jun 13th, 2009 at 8:30AM: The U.K. based online magazine Wide World launched at the beginning of May, and is already building a library of good content for adventure travelers and outdoor enthusiasts. The articles vary greatly in subject matter and include an interview with free diver Sara Campbell, a look at the world's toughest race, and a growing collection of gear reviews. One of the feature articles is of particular ...Multisport Adventure Destinations From Around the Globe
Mar 24th, 2009 at 8:00AM: When most people go on vacation they like to visit someplace relaxing, maybe spend some time on the beach or hop a cruise ship and spend their days in a deck chair. Others prefer something a bit more active, preferring to hike, bike, and paddle their way across the destination of their choice. For those active travelers, Backpacker Magazine has put together a list of the best multisport ...Is this the world's scariest airport?
Jan 27th, 2008 at 9:00AM: It's the only airport where you can go straight from the plane to the ski slopes within, oh I don't know, a few dozen yards. Known as the Courcheveler Altiport (yes, that's right, they're so hardcore they don't call themselves an airport), the altiport is right in the middle, or shall we say the top, of the French Alps. The entire runaway is a mere 1,700 feet and has a 18% steepness gradient. No ...
