Article · 12 Sep 2020
When Kev met Big Oz and Little Al on the TMB
Tour of Mont Blanc guidebook author Kev Reynolds regularly re-walks the route around Europe's most iconic mountain. On this trip he bumped into a couple of Australians he called...
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Article · 19 Feb 2020
Hidden Gem – Stelvio is Italy's largest alpine national park, yet overshadowed by neighbouring Dolomites
Bordering the Dolomites to the east, and Switzerland to the west, the Stelvio is one of the largest protected areas in all of the Alps. Its unspoilt landscape ranges from valley...
Article · 10 Aug 2019
Out with Grandpa in the Rätikon Alps
Kev Reynolds has many stories to tell from his years in the mountains. In this new series he will share some of his most memorable moments with us - some funny, some serious, but all very Kev. Each article will be illustrated by colleague and close...
Article · 2 Jun 2019
Hidden Gem – the best area of the French Alps for a multi-activity holiday
Are you someone who wants to visit an Alpine region for a couple of weeks to explore and enjoy a number of mountain activities perhaps with different companions? The Chamonix...
Article · 22 Apr 2018
Smuggling in the Haute Savoie
The eastern border of the Haute Savoie runs along the high peaks and passes between France and Switzerland, in the area known as the Chablais. Now it is easy to cross from one side to the other in both summer and winter, but what many do not realise...
Article · 4 Apr 2018
Hidden Gem – Alpine Flowers
A mini guide to help you recognise 230 alpine flowers. In just 144 pages this lovely little book will give both pleasure and knowledge.
Article · 5 Jul 2017
How tough should I be for walking in the Alps?
Kev Reynolds, author, speaker and expert on all things mountainous, answers the often asked question: "How tough should I be for walking in the Alps?".
Article · 14 Jun 2017
Wildlife spotting in the Haute Savoie
The Haute Savoie region of France contains many nature reserves where plants and animals are protected. As well as enjoying the immense beauty of the walker's paradise that is the Haute Savoie, you have an excellent chance of spotting wildlife.
Article · 9 Jul 2013
Watch out for early season snow in the Alps
Stay safe on your Alpine walking holiday this summer.
Article · 28 Sep 2012
Close encounters of the bird kind in Italy's Stelvio National Park
It was one of those crystal clear days in the Alps when you can see all the way to Mont Blanc, and Cicerone author Gillian Price and her partner Nicola were entranced by the magic...