Skiing
Emirati woman prepares for unassisted journey to the North Pole
Ski Dubai, part of Majid Al Futtaim Leisure, played host to Elham Al Qasimi on Thursday March 11 as the 27 year-old Emirati prepares to become the first UAE national to undertake an extraordinary adventure to the Arctic.
Ski Club announces Tignes ski event
The Ski Club of Great Britain has announced the launch of a new mountain event taking place this April, during the Easter school holidays. The Ski Club Dual Slalom will be open to all ages and abilities and takes place in Tignes, France on Wednesday 7 April 2010.
Nordic skiing in British Columbia
The days are longer and the snow a bit softer but that doesn’t mean winter fun is over in British Columbia. Over the last three seasons, 85% of the provinces’ Nordic ski trails have been open during the month of March.
Easter celebrations at The Cambrian
The Cambrian, the only 'Mr & Mrs Smith' hotel in Switzerland and a member of Design Hotels, is celebrating Easter in style this year with gourmet meals and spa treatments for parents, and lots of fun activities for the kids.
Easter treats at Chalet Zen, Zermatt
This year, why not treat yourself to an Easter break on the slopes and spend some quality time with friends or family at Chalet Zen - an absolute gem and one of only a handful of chalets available to rent in the world-class resort of Zermatt.
Credit-crunch busting ski deals
Sandwiched between the BAFTA’s and the Oscars, the launch was announced today of sister companies Esprit Ski and Ski Total’s new 2010/11 Privilege Preview Edition brochures, with Managing Director Andy Perrin likening the past, present and future ski seasons to the three parts of a blockbuster cinematic trilogy.
Ski festivals in the French Alps
As the Winter Olympics continue to inspire a new generation of snow enthusiasts, self catering ski accommodation specialist Pierre & Vacances has released its round-up of the best ski festivals and events a little closer to home.
The true cost of a French ski holiday
With the Winter Olympics in full swing, some may be inspired to book a holiday on the slopes. Ski reps from across France have teamed up with Confused.com to reveal the alarming price differences skiers face when travelling to France, with the most expensive resort being Courchevel.
Seven nights in Serre Chevalier from £319 per person
From just £319 per person, Rocket Ski is offering seven nights at the two-star ClubHotel Grand Aigle. The hotel is right on a piste with guaranteed snow and is a short stroll from the centre of lively Villeneuve, Serre Chevalier, which has lots of shops and restaurants.
Navigating the Winter Olympics
To help make information about the Games accessible and useful, Google released a new website and tools for sport fans around the world.
Summer in Whistler
Nestled in the spectacular Coast Mountains of British Columbia, just 75 miles north of Vancouver, award-winning Whistler features a mountain village unique for its alpine charm, relaxed West Coast ambiance and breathtaking scenery.
Ski magic from Skiweeks.com
Skiweekends.com may be best known for offering three days’ skiing for just one day off work, but they’re now doing even better by launching Skiweeks.com – with eight days’ skiing for an investment of just five days’ precious holiday time.
Don't let winter sports insurance wipe you out
Airport Parking and Hotels (APH), the long stay airport parking and travel extras specialist, is helping skiers and snowboarders this winter by highlighting the best and worst winter sport insurance policies.
Insure your travel plans for 'piste of mind' on the slopes
Brits looking to escape the February gloom with a half-term getaway should ensure they have adequate travel insurance in place - especially if they plan to take to the slopes, says moneysupermarket.com.
Winter Olympic fever - a hazard for Brits abroad
With the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics kicking off this Friday (12 February), Brits may be inspired to try a more adventurous sport whilst on holiday this winter season.