Menaggio is found in the heart of Lake Como, which over the years has attracted A-listers from around the world, and sits at ...

Makalu Climbing Team Retreats Shy of Summit With the retreat of the climbing team attempting a winter ascent on Makalu, the ...

We examine the mountaineering career of the Duke of Abruzzi, who was born on this day in 1873. The energetic royal was ...

From tiny towns to the steepest railways in the world, these journeys are about much more than the destination.

Säntis, a majestic peak in the Appenzell Alps, stands at 2,502 meters (8,205 feet) and offers panoramic views across six countries: Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, France, and Italy.

The first major “race” that incited significant media coverage unfolded over a period of years, not months, when Italy’s Reinhold Messner and ... the world’s ninth-tallest mountain. “Whatever you do, ...

A gem found in northern Italy offers picturesque views as far as the eye can see. This beautiful town sits nestled among ...

This cozy Italian resort is ideal for the more seasoned skier/traveler who wants quality over extreme ski experiences and the superb gourmet offer is a major draw.

Climbing Season Climbing season in the Himalayas predominately takes place just twice per year when the Jetstream subsides above the Himala ...

But if Italy is still on your bucket list for 2025, consider taking a detour north to the Dolomite Mountains ... 8,000m – including the world's second highest, K2. Marooned in the middle ...

From bubblegum-coloured lakes in Australia to a solar-powered safari camp in Botswana, these are BBC journalists' top destinations this year.

The area of Terme di Comano in northern Italy is famed for its healing thermal ... I’ve recounted tales from my time there. The Troodos Mountains are located in the centre of Cyprus, with the highest ...