ALPINR Dispatch

This spring, my husband Hunter, colleague Camille, and I had the opportunity to experience one of the most unforgettable ski destinations in the world: the Dolomites of northern Italy. Thanks to a fantastic FAM trip hosted by Caldana Europe Travel and local tourism partners, we spent a week exploring two incredible ski regions—Val di Fassa and Madonna di Campiglio—before extending our adventure with visits to Bologna and Milan. If you've ever wondered what it's like to ski in

When most people think of Morocco, they picture sweeping desert dunes, bustling spice markets, and intense desert heat. Skiing usually doesn't make the list. But on Episode 3 of the ALPINR World Tour, we set out to prove that adventure can be found in the most unexpected places. As part of our epic 300-day journey across all seven continents, our stop in Africa took us from the vibrant, chaotic heart of Marrakesh deep into the snow-covered peaks of the High Atlas Mountains.

When you hear "Bella Coola," you probably picture steep, jagged spires and professional film crews dropping into vertical faces. It is the holy grail of British Columbia’s Coast Mountains. But at ALPINR, we get asked the same question constantly: "How do I actually know I can do it?" Many people think heli-skiing is reserved for the X-Games crowd. The truth? If you have the heart of an adventurer and a solid foundation, heli skiing can be more accessible than you think. Here

You’ve seen the videos. The legendary "Japow" is real, and it’s fluffier than anything you’ve ever touched in the Rockies. But for most US travelers, the idea of getting to Hokkaido feels like a daunting trek. Here is how it's easy.

As a friend of our beloved organizations, The Backpacker & Alpinr Mountain Travel, we have always been excited to share our spirit of adventure and passion for the outdoors with you. We believe that the world feels bigger, brighter, and more human when you explore it outdoors. Today that spirit continues to live on. I am pleased to announce the 2026 Alpinr World Tour – a one of a kind journey around the world that has taken years of imagination, planning and resources to

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