MountainPassions was born of a shared love for skiing and mountain activities plus all-season mountain living. We launched in June 2007 to provide independent, magazine-quality expert editorial and in-depth reviews of carefully-selected ski resorts, all illustrated with our own images. We only feature areas we’ve personally visited and skied just as our readers would, so we can tell you exactly what works and what doesn’t. The same goes for our Tried and Tested accommodation descriptions.
Of course, behind every report and article is a personal, hands-on experience. We freely acknowledge the invaluable assistance and access given us to by the various professionals who enable us to produce our reports, and who accept our independent approach to our findings.
We specialise in France, launched with the ever-popular French Alps and have since added the Pyrenees and the Auvergne. Being based full-time in France gives MountainPassions first-hand insight into what’s happening, along with ready access to some of the finest skiing and most spectacular mountain scenery around.
Roger Moss, Editor
Roger is a journalist and photographer with more than 35 years’ professional experience producing illustrated ski and travel editorial features for magazines and location photography for travel guides, both in the UK and overseas. He now specialises in France and regularly writes for other ski websites and tour operators as well as ski and mountain features for newspapers and magazines worldwide. Roger can also translate French into original and compelling English copy.
In addition to Roger’s a background in advertising, both as a graphic designer and copywriter, he has a parallel career as a professional musician.
Former Editor of Everything France Magazine, he’s currently Features Editor for Living Magazine, the leading English language magazine in SW France.
Roger began his love affair with skiing in Québec, and life hasn’t been the same since. “To me skiing is the closest thing to being able to fly, and enables me to discover some of the most extraordinary landscapes I’ve ever seen.”
Julia Moss, Content Director
Julia has a Degree in Geography & Landscape Studies, and previously worked in Environmental Management and Sustainable Tourism in Cornwall, in the UK. She has worked alongside Roger since 2001, researching and organising travel information, and managing and developing the website. Her role at MountainPassions embraces day-to-day management of the site, page production, liaising with contributors, social networking and ensuring all the information is correct and up to date.
Julia began her skiing in Courchevel and has since skied extensively throughout France and Canada. “I love the smaller, less well-known resorts. You instantly feel at home and there’s always an excellent team of local professionals who are delighted to share their knowledge of the area with you”, she says.
Contributors
We’re fortunate in having the input of a select group of experts in various subjects, including skiing, nature, mountain property, outdoor activities and environmental issues. The depth of their knowledge and their passionate commitment to their respective disciplines are evident in their writing, which is always credited to the author.
Support
We are also fortunate to work with award-winning French Alps specialist Peak Retreats who specialise in charming and lesser-known authentic ski destinations and Ski Collection who seek out the very best value for money in high-altitude, snowsure destinations. You’ll find links to their hand-picked 3- and 4-star self-catering ski apartments, chalets and hotels throughout our site, plus regularly updated offers on Latest Ski Offers.
Contact us
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