If you’re looking for a non-stereotypical European ski experience consider following in the footsteps of Austrian free skier Tao Kreibich who spent a week exploring the the Julian Alps which stretches from northeastern Italy to Slovenia. The terrain looks incredible and we have to agree with Tao, this zone is “Europe’s freeride paradise NOBODY knows of.”

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....