Austria
Head east to halve the cost of family skiing
News that snow is falling in the Alps is likely to start a downhill dash by families to bag the best deals on a skiing holiday - especially as resort prices have risen by up to 15 per cent in Europe and North America, according to the Post Office Family Ski Resort Report 2010. However, cash-strapped families can halve the cost of their annual ski trip by swapping ski resorts and heading past the Alps to Bulgaria or Slovenia.
Ischgl shapes up for winter
Ischgl, the Alps' most innovative resort, is used to leading the way with its mountain improvements and winter attractions - and now it's cutting fresh tracks with a fabulous new website.
Top 10 European ski destinations
One of the UK and Ireland’s leading ski holiday experts, Directski.com, has come up with its pick of the top ten European ski destinations, for families, non-skiers, advanced skiers, budget conscious skiers and groups of friends, for après ski and spa, for guaranteed snow and for beginners.
Austrian Airlines reports significant passenger growth
In September 2010, Austrian Airlines again achieved a significant growth at the passenger statistics: with a plus of 16.5 percent, this growth was particularly strong in the scheduled service.
Special offers for the holiday season with Worldhotels
With the festive season fast approaching, Worldhotels, one of the world’s leading groups of unique independent hotels, is presenting special offers for those heading off to one of three magical Christmas markets in Innsbruck, Brussels or Budapest.
Let the train take the strain in Austria
If you think flying is the only option for your ski trip to Austria, think again. Train travel may not be the first thing that springs to mind but with improved services and connections, Austria is closer than you think.
New in Tirol for the 2010-11 ski season
The wait is almost over as the new ski season approaches. Sölden will open tomorrow for 2010-11, one month earlier than planned, with a few lifts in operation on the Rettenbach glacier.
Ski holidays for kids
What do you do when the kids are pining for the piste and Mum and Dad hate the thought of a family ski holiday? Let children’s activity holiday leaders PGL whisk them off to Austria on Boxing Day, that’s what.
Air Berlin launches new route to Salzburg from Stansted
Air Berlin, Germany’s second largest airline is introducing a new route between London Stansted and Salzburg, Austria from 2nd December 2010.
From France to Chile: 10 great ski chalets
With Eurostar recently opening ticket sales for its new services from London to the French Alps, now is the perfect time for ski lovers to book for the best deals. Apartments and chalets in prime locations also get booked up quickly, so travellers looking for a ski getaway should start looking now to secure their perfect ski holiday home.
Ischgl ski resort announces improved facilities
The highest peak in the ski network at the top Tirolean resort of Ischgl will be served by a new luxury six-seater ‘designer’ chairlift this winter.
Up and away for Ischgl's first balloon festival
The vibrant Alpine village of Ischgl in the Austrian Tirol is hosting a spectacular three day balloon festival this summer.
Ski Total announces 'Crunch-Buster' deals
Chalet specialist, Ski Total, launches its new 2010/11 ‘Crunch-Buster’ Special Edition brochure today, with an unprecedented increase in quality properties and resorts.
Area 47 – The ultimate outdoor adventure
One of the most extraordinary outdoor adventure playgrounds in the Alps, Area 47, has opened its doors.
Flybe announces early bird ski routes
Flybe has announced the early release of an attractive selection of its most popular ski routes from Birmingham, Exeter and Southampton to Chambery, Geneva and Salzburg all of which are now on sale for travel during Winter 2010/11.