Skiing
Kashmir resort offers heliskiing experience for thrill seekers
Skiing in Jammu and Kashmir is a thrilling and exciting experience for any adventure enthusiast. The Ski Club of India was established in Gulmarg in 1927, which is now considered to be the ski paradise of India. Just 50km from Srinagar, situated at an altitude of 2,730m, the Gulmarg scenery changes from a flowery meadow in summer to that of a small ski resort in winter. Ski-lovers from all over the country flock to the area because it's the only ski-resort in the mighty Himalayas where you can ski with a magnificent view of the Karakorams.
Pre-Christmas ski or snowboard holiday?
The winter sports season has got off to a great start with record early snowfalls in some European resorts and with 50cm to 100cm new snowfall expected in the Alps over the next few days says AA Travel Insurance.
Head to France for ‘Massif’ fun on the slopes
For superb skiing and snowshoeing why not beat the crowds and travel to Les Estables? Based in the heart of the Massif Central, this spectacular setting with volcanoes, forests, prairies and nature reservations has been a gathering post for local shepherds for thousands of years.
Grown up skiing holidays in France
If you don’t have young children, and have no desire to be surrounded by other people’s children on your skiing holiday, Boutique chalet specialists The Alpine Club have ear marked a number of Adult Only weeks exclusively for fine dining and good company.
Slovakia offers an exciting new experience for skiers
Slovakia is this winter’s hottest new ski destination for British skiers, combining both quality and value. Starting on 6th December Slovak airline Danube Wings are launching a new route from London Luton, Manchester and Dublin, direct to the heart of Slovakia’s Tatry Mountains at Poprad-Tatry.
UTracks introduces snowshoeing and ski touring breaks
European activity holidays specialist UTracks is about to launch its first-ever selection of winter breaks. Starting in December, the new itineraries give travellers a chance to experience the exhilaration of snowshoeing or ski touring amidst some of Europe’s most dramatic winter landscapes.
Get on track this winter with the top 10 Nordic events in British Columbia
Lace up the ski boots and get on the trails as record setting snowfalls have created one of the best starts to the Nordic ski season in British Columbia in years! From loppets to dogsled races, this season’s Nordic event calendar is full of fun activities that the entire family can participate in and enjoy.
Slovenia to host cross-country skiing World Cup
The Slovenian resort of Rogla will play host to the cross-country skiing World Cup for the first time this December. From 17th – 20th December, the world’s finest cross country skiers will compete on the Pohorje ski centre’s renovated cross-country course.
Post Office survey votes Slovenia amongst top value ski destinations
Kranjska Gora in Slovenia has been named the fourth best value ski region in Europe and North America in a survey by Post Office Travel Services.
It’s not too late to book a Christmas adventure
The festive season is fast approaching and The Adventure Company has some late availability family Christmas trips to celebrate in either the snow or the sunshine.
Celebrate Christmas and New Year in the French Alps
Those still looking for a last minute Christmas or New Year break can take advantage of some great deals on ski accommodation in the French Alps with European ski accommodation specialist Pierre & Vacances.
Skiers affected by drunks on the slopes
New research from Confused.com has revealed the true extent of skiers' drinking habits on the slopes and the risks they face by incorrectly believing they are covered for accidents, when drinking.
Now is the perfect time to visit Whistler and Vancouver
With 7 days still remaining this month, Whistler has already surpassed the record for November snowfall, as more than 430cm (172 inches) of white gold slammed the mountains by Thursday afternoon. The previous record, set in 2006, was 416cm (164 inches). So why not see the Host City and Host Mountain Resort before the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games?
Top tips to help you ski and save this winter
UK online ski tour operator, Directski.com, has come to the aid of cash-strapped skiers with top ten tips to ski and save both before you ski and while you’re there.
easyJet launches new ski website with B2Bski
easyJet has launched a new ski holiday website which enables customers to book ski hotel and apartment accommodation, ski transfers, ski equipment hire and lift passes online via easyjet.com.