Here’s a north-to-south rundown of the map of California and the world regions they supposedly resemble. • State of Nevada — Sudan Desert • North of Lake Tahoe — Siberia and the French Alps ...

The Swiss Alps provide masterful views at any time of the year. And if you don't want to schuss the slopes, hiking can be a wonderful alternative. However, terrain can vary greatly, so review your ...

When you think of the Swiss Alps, you likely think of snow – and no wonder. It’s a snow sports hub, the birthplace of apres-ski, and an awe-inspiring landscape for a winter escape.

On a different day, in the town of Nendaz in the French-speaking region of the Swiss Alps, I paid 15 Swiss Francs (about $17) to ride a gondola up the mountain. Related stories ...

Ski in the Swiss Alps is ranked #1 out of 16 things to do in Swiss Alps. ... Anticipate a good mixture of Swiss, French, ... Map. Previous: Things to do. Next: ...