Piste de résistance

From city breaks to ski and sauna weekends, head to colder climes for an elegant way to enjoy the season

Nestled in snow-capped mountains, frosty forests or twinkling cities, these spa getaways come into their own when the mercury drops

A winter break in postcard-pretty Salzburg gives you all the magic of a fairy tale, with the UNESCO-listed Old Town dusted in snow, twinkling markets in medieval squares, and a host of Advent activiti

The Beatles visited the Austrian resort of Obertauern to film their 1965 film Help! . Despite a distinct lack of prowess on the slopes, the Fab Four got by with a little help from some new-found friends, discovers Russell Higham

This week’s dream: the dazzling coral gardens of ...

Twenty great cottages to suit every group holiday