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THE WHITE STUFF
From the lap of Alpine luxury to family-friendly resorts or environmentally conscious stays, our writers can help you plan your next adventure, on or off the piste
Spa time at luxury hotel Les Airelles in Courchevel (see over; and left, the pretty resort in the French Alps)
WINE AND DINE IN AUSTRIA
If the idea of sipping fine wine at high altitude excites you, then Wein am Berg, a prestigious wine and gourmet festival in Sölden in the Austrian Alps, is the perfect getaway.
Hosted by Das Central (above) – the region’s first and longest-running five-star hotel, which has just been awarded a first Michelin star for its sumptuous restaurant Ötztaler Stube – this exclusive event brings together world-class chefs with top vintners for an unforgettable Alpine experience.
Over the course of a luxurious three-night stay, guests will indulge in gourmet meals prepared by internationally renowned chefs, each regionally focused dish perfectly paired with exceptional wines.
One of the highlights is dining atop glaciers that are over 3,000km above sea level – experts say that flavours are enhanced at this altitude – while esteemed winemakers present their finest selections and host masterclasses in the art and science of viticulture.