Cool Summers and Quiet Luxury in the Swiss Alps

Photos courtesy of MBM Chalets

The Swiss Alps are stepping into the spotlight well beyond ski season. As traditional summer hotspots grow more crowded, travelers are turning to higher elevations for cooler temperatures, fresh air and a more restorative pace.

This week, we spotlight MBM Chalets and the rise of year-round chalet living in La Tzoumaz, connected to nearby Verbier. Founder Matthew Burnford shares how guests are shifting from ski-focused trips to lifestyle-led stays that prioritize privacy, flexibility and meaningful time together.

From long alpine lunches and uncrowded trails to extended stays that blend work, wellness and family life, the modern chalet is evolving into more than a winter base. It is becoming a four-season mountain home.

Read the full interview to learn more!

By CB.