Illustrated book (in English) - Epic Snow Adventures of the World | Lonely Planet

An English-language illustrated book exploring skiing destinations worldwide, from alpine and cross-country skiing to ski touring.

Publisher's description

This instalment in Lonely Planet's Epic series explores thrilling snow adventures, from British Columbia's Coast Mountains to Icelandic ice caves and splitboarding in Japan's Hokkaido mountains. It contains 50 first-person stories and 150 further route ideas, with single-day activities and longer journeys for winter adventurers of all abilities.

Each featured adventure includes:

• A first-person account by a writer who completed the route.
• A challenge rating: easy, harder or epic.
• Inspirational photographs, maps and practical information.
• An activity fact box covering when to go, equipment hire, access and what to bring.
• Expert advice on accommodation, recommended detours and places to eat.
• Suggestions for similar experiences.

Among the 50 adventures

• Skiing and snowboarding at classic resorts such as Aspen and Jackson Hole.
• Backcountry skiing in British Columbia's Selkirks.
• Cross-country skiing in Québec.
• Family snow activities in Park City, Utah.
• Telemark skiing in Norway.
• Ice-caving in Iceland.
• Ski touring the Haute Route through the French and Swiss Alps.
• Snowmobiling in Svalbard.
• Splitboarding in Hokkaido.
• Freeriding at Coronet Peak, Queenstown, New Zealand.

With a vibrant cover illustrated by Ross Murray, this hardcover continues the collectible series. Experienced skiers and travellers wanting to try a new winter sport will find inspiration for a lifetime of snow adventures.