“With the Winter Olympics fast approaching, this year’s 100-page supplement dives into the spirit of the 2026 Games with 26 inspirational ideas for winter trips” said editor Sarah Barrell. “As travel excitement builds for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics in February and March, northern Italy is seeing a surge in booking interest. Airbnb, for one, has reported a triple digit year-over-year increase in searches for booking in Lombardy, the Games’ co-host region with Veneto.

Get tips on where to ski in the footsteps of champions with an insider’s guide to the Winter Olympics. From new infrastructure to the hottest contested disciplines and team GB hopefuls, our special feature delves into developments in the six mountain towns hosting what will be the most geographically widespread Games ever.

Beyond the Games, we have something to suit all winter sports enthusiasts, from beginners to off-piste pros, with adventures ranging from heli-skiing in Albania’s Accursed Mountains to family fun in France.

• Take a border-hopping tour on a two-country ski trip through the Scandinavian Mountains
• Discover Europe’s best rail-accessible resorts
• Sink into the soothing waters of Austria’s revamped belle époque spa hotels
• Explore the vast new terrain at Deer Valley, Utah — the biggest US resort expansion in 50 years
• Get an expert guide to skiing with kids
• Learn how to return to the slopes after decades away

All this, plus a roundup of the finest new hotels in the Alps, reviews of this season’s best kit and pro tips from Olympians and athletes.

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