Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, is making the most of the skiing season with a trip to Courchevel, south-east France.
Known for his love of adventure, Sheikh Hamdan often jets off to new destinations and has been spotted spearfishing, skydiving, cycling, climbing, horse riding and much more in far-flung locations.
The French Alps town of Courchevel is part of the Three Valleys, the biggest connected ski area in the world. It consists of Courchevel Le Praz, Courchevel 1550, Courchevel 1650 and Courchevel 1850. Its highest resort, Courchevel 1850, is the most exclusive, often attracting wealthy clientele including royal families.
The tourist destination also has top-class shopping, seven Michelin-starred restaurants, 12 five-star hotels and two palace hotels.
Accompanied by photographer Ali Essa, Sheikh Hamdan's latest photos shared on Instagram show him taking to the slopes as well as pictures from the resort, which include Maj, the young son of his close friend Ahmad Jaber Al Harbi, and Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Juma, better known as Uncle Saeed.
In April, Sheikh Hamdan posted a series of throwback pictures from a childhood holiday to the Swiss Alps, sharing seven pictures from a trip to Zermatt.
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Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed in vintage ski gear during a childhood trip to the Swiss Alps. All photos: Instagram / @faz3 -
Sheikh Hamdan sits on the slopes in Zermatt. -
Sheikh Hamdan with his father Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid on the slopes. -
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid is seen relaxing on the slopes. -
The family enjoying the trip to the Swiss Alps. -
A picture of a young Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed, shared by Sheikh Hamdan.
Dressed in colourful vintage ski gear and sunglasses, Sheikh Hamdan can be seen playing in the snow with his father, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, and his siblings.
Last January, he took a trip to British Columbia in Canada, sharing snippets from his adventures, including a helicopter flight.
His trip also included biking along a scenic route that had a lake, mountains and rainbow in the background.
Sheikh Hamdan has more than 14 million followers on Instagram, and often takes to the social media platform to share pictures and throwbacks offering rare insights into his childhood and adventures.
Sixteen destinations Sheikh Hamdan has travelled to - in pictures
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Sheikh Hamdan shared this picture of himself and his young son, Sheikh Rashid. Photo: Sheikh Hamdan / Instagram -
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, playing with his grandchild on their summer holidays, shared by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai. All photos: @faz3 / Instagram -
Sheikh Mohammed playing with his grandson Rashid. -
Sheikh Hamdan shared photos of himself, his family and friends shooting in Yorkshire. -
Sheikh Hamdan rides the London Underground with close friend Badr Ateej. -
Sheikh Mohammed joined his son Sheikh Hamdan and his grandchildren on holiday this summer. -
Sheikh Hamdan visited the F3 Stables in the UK with his son Sheikh Rashid, 1. -
Sheikh Hamdan on day one of Royal Ascot in the UK. -
An image shared to mark World Oceans Day. -
An image of Sheikh Hamdan scuba diving. -
Sheikh Hamdan preparing for the unpredictable weather during a trip to Scotland. -
Sheikh Hamdan in the Maldives with the Indian Ocean in the background. -
Sheikh Hamdan takes tea on a visit to Mongolia. -
Sheikh Hamdan dressed for the cold weather during a visit to Switzerland. -
Sheikh Hamdan cycles through the Yorkshire countryside in England. -
French Riviera views from a trip to Cannes. -
Sheikh Hamdan makes his way through the snow in Azerbaijan. -
Sheikh Hamdan casts his eye over the rugged beauty in Iceland. -
Sheikh Hamdan takes a waterfall selfie in the Faroe Islands. -
Sheikh Hamdan captures the view from the Willis Tower, once the tallest building in the world, with his uncle Saeed.
