Pristine well groomed slopes, elegant alpine villages, and effortless ski-in/ski-out, well that is Courchevel, the jewel of the Trois Vallées ski area in France.

The latest episode of the Where to Ski podcast features our talk with world freeride champion and guide Manu Gaidet, who has called these mountains home for over 25 years. We talk big runs, easy runs, his ski brand and how to enjoy the towns.

Guides Courchevel can be found at www.guides-courchevel.com

If you’re dreaming of deep snow, long descents, and an easygoing mountain culture, Revelstoke should be at the top of your list. In the latest episode of the Where to Ski podcast, host John Morgan talks with Julie Hamil, a long time instructor who fell in love with Revelstoke on her very first bluebird powder day — and never left.

Known for the longest vertical drop in North America(5,620 feet / 1,713 meters) and legendary powder skiing, Revelstoke offers 3,121 acres of diverse terrain. This is truly one of the best skiing destinations in North America.

Off the hill, Revelstoke has a warm, welcomingmountain town vibe. Just ten minutes from the lifts, this small community offers cozy pubs, local charm, and endless adventure.

Skiing in Revelstoke is pure Canadian winter magic.

Get Ski-Ready: Olympian Doug Lewis Shares Pre-Season Ski Fitness Tips

Ski season is fast approaching, and if you’re dreaming of powder days and long runs, now is the time to start your ski fitness training. In the latest episode of the Where to Ski podcast, host John Morgan sits down with Doug Lewis—two-time Olympian, World Championship medalist, and U.S. Ski Team legend—to share his best advice on pre-season ski workouts that anyone can do.

If you’ve ever felt wiped out after only a few runs or struggled with altitude on a ski trip, you’re not alone. According to Lewis, the key to skiing with confidence, endurance, and control is simple: get in shape for skiing before you hit the slopes.

The best part? You don’t need a gym membership or expensive machines. Lewis recommends bodyweight ski conditioning exercises like squats, push-ups, burpees, lunges, and sit-ups. Combine these with cardio—jogging, cycling, or short sprints—and agility drills such as trail runs or even walking through a riverbed to sharpen balance. For explosive power on skis, add jump training.

Consistency is everything. Just 20 minutes a day, five days a week, for 60 to 100 days before your ski holiday can completely transform your experience. “Control gives you joy,” Lewis explains. Stronger legs, a stable core, and mental commitment mean more fun whether you’re carving groomers, tackling moguls, or heading into the backcountry.

So if your goal this season is to ski longer, stronger, and safer, start your ski workout plan today. Build strength, boost cardio, improve agility, and commit mentally—you’ll arrive on the mountain confident and ready to rip.

👉 Subscribe to the Where to Ski podcast at wheretoski.org for more expert ski fitness tips and insider stories from legends of the sport.

For more on Doug - www.eliteam.com

For more on Utah Olympic Park - https://utaholympiclegacy.org/location/utah-olympic-park/

In this podcast we explore the Arlberg region of Austria, the cradle of skiing and one of the largest ski regions in the world including St. Anton, Lech and Zeurs - with Barney Caddick from Ski Like A Pro.

Barney Caddick has been working as a ski guide in St. Anton for the past 27 Winters, is a fully certified 'Staatlich Geprüfte Skilehrer und Skiführer' - the Austrian equivalent of master and has 36 seasons teaching in 8 Ski-schools on 4 continents.

Find Barney Caddick, Ski Like a Pro, https://www.skilikeapro.com/

My Favs

• Best Restaurant – Verwallstube - best food and a huge vibe
• Best Hotel – Hotel Karl Schranz - Amazing small hotel just far enough from town - meet the legend and see all his trophies from World Cups to individual trophies from every major event
• Best Apres - MooserVert - The baddest apres on the mountain or pretty much any mountain - the Krazy Kanguruh is a close second
• Best Run- either top of Valluga to St. Chistoph or Vallugato Flexenbahn to Zurs
• Don’t miss – Skiing Rendl or the White Ring in Lech/Zurs

Thanks to the Grits Band for the music

Sometimes I come across a story that is so compelling I feel I must dig deeper and bring in to this audience.  Hubert Schriebl’s stunning photographs have thrilled New Englanders for decades. Born in Austria, Hubert arrived in Vermontin 1964 to teach at the Stratton Ski School and made it his home. He has traveled, skied and taken photographs around the world, from the Arctic Circle and the Himalayas to the American Southwest, including four Winter Olympics andmultiple World Cups. His work has appeared in SKI, Skiing, GEO, Time, Newsweek, Sports Illustrated, Vermont Life, and Stratton Magazine.  Hubert has chronicled life in his adopted home state not just capturing the image but capturing what’s behind the image making him one of the sport’s preeminent photographers.

There’s no ski thrill quite like heliskiing—being dropped on a pristine ridge with untouched powder, no crowds, and only the sound of the mountains around you. In this episode of Where to Ski, we dive into the exhilarating world of backcountry skiing in two legendary destinations: the Chugach Mountains in Alaska and the San Juan Mountains in Colorado.

Join host John Morgan as he chats with two of the most experienced heliskiing guides in the industry: Jed Workman, head guide at Valdez Heli-Ski Guides, and Matt Steen, program director and lead guide at Telluride Helitrax. They share insider tips on:
🏔️ What makes these mountains the ultimate heliskiing playground
📆 The best time of year to go
🎿 Choosing the right skis and terrain for your ability
⚠️ Safety, avalanche awareness & expert guidance
🔥 Their most unforgettable ski runs

Whether you're an expert skier chasing the deepest powder or an intermediate looking to take your skiing to the next level, this episode is packed with insights to help you plan the heliskiing adventure of a lifetime.

Hit play now and get ready to send it! 🎧⛷️

For more info

Telluride Helitrax - https://www.helitrax.com/

Valdez Heli-Ski Guides - https://www.valdezheliskiguides.com/

Steamboat Springs, famously known as Ski Town USA, is home to legendary skiers like Buddy Werner and Deb Armstrong and boasts the best Champagne Powder skiing in the world. With 184 trails, 23 lifts, and 3,741 acres of terrain, Steamboat offers something for every skier, from groomers to the new Mahogany Ridge glades.

Rooted in its cowboy heritage, Steamboat blends world-class skiing with authentic Western charm—think ranches, rodeos, and winter events like the Cowboy Downhill and Ski Joring down Main Street.

In this episode, we chat with Corey Peterson, a 21-year Steamboat veteran who knows every secret stash on the mountain. From powder days to teaching his kids to ski, Corey shares insider tips that will make your Steamboat experience unforgettable.

Tune in and discover why Steamboat is a must-visit ski destination! ⛷️

Discover the adrenaline-pumping world of the Inferno Ski Race, the planet’s oldest, longest, largest, and arguably most grueling downhill skiing event. Starting from the breathtaking Schilthorn peak (9,744 ft) and descending over 6,500 feet of vertical across 14.9 kilometers, this epic race takes skiers from Mürren to Lauterbrunnen through some of Switzerland’s most stunning alpine landscapes in the Bernese Oberland.

In this episode of Where to Ski, host John Morgan dives into the Inferno’s unique blend of competitive edge and celebratory skier culture with two extraordinary guests: Swiss Olympic gold medalist Ryan Regez and Utah-based ski videographer Tim Jones. Both share their firsthand experiences of this legendary event and its rich heritage.

Whether you're a ski enthusiast, a thrill-seeker, or someone captivated by alpine beauty and culture, this episode offers an unmissable glimpse into one of skiing's most iconic races.

Tune in now to get inspired by the spirit of the Inferno!

The newest hot spot for skiing is Norway.  This episode takes us to Narvik Norway, 1500KM north of Oslo just north of the Arctic Circle. Located on the Rombaken fjord, it is stunning.  The skiing is solid enough to be chosen for the Alpine World Championships in 2029.

My guest is Norway’s Jean-Peter Østbye.  An alumna

In this bonus episode we’ve brought back one of our favorite guests Joel Gratz, Founder and CEO of OpenSnow to do a quick check in on the winter of 2024 and what it may hold for us skiers.