Skiing
Family (and budget) friendly skiing in Tirol
When times are hard the decision making process when choosing a family holiday comes down to one thing - cost.
Winter fun with Headwater
Headwater, the cross-country holiday specialist with almost 25 years of experience, is launching its new winter activities programme this week.
Alpine charm meets stylish chic at Hotel Aurelio
The ski and spa retreat, Hotel Aurelio joins the ranks of the finest design-led boutique hotels in Europe, featuring 19 unique and individually-designed rooms combining modern chic with classical design. The Hotel is found in the beautiful ski resort of Lech, near Alberg in Austria perfectly embracing its tranquil and luxurious ambience.
New gondola lift for Slovakia’s Jasna ski resort
A new 2km long gondola lift, one of the world’s largest ski construction projects this year, is underway in Slovakia’s largest ski resort of Jasna and is due to open in time for the start of the 2009/10 ski season.
Winter sports damage limitation exercise
As summer draws to a close, thoughts turn to winter ski breaks. Skiing and, increasingly, snowboarding continue to grow in popularity.
Festive winter sports holidays for teenagers
Once the excitement of Christmas Day is over, what’s to be done with the teenagers until the new school term begins?
The Tirol gears up for 2009 ski season
It’s that time of year when the mere mention of ski and snow creates a buzz and everyone’s asking the same question - what’s new for the ski season?
Falling ski sales? Not so, says Skiweekends.com
For the third year in succession, budget ski operator Skiweekends.com reports forward sales for the coming season more than 80 per cent ahead of last year.
Slovenia - The perfect choice for novice skiers
Looking for a first-time skiing holiday that offers more than just the slopes? Then Slovenia could be the perfect choice.
Bank holiday savings for ski enthusiasts
Neilson gives bank accounts a holiday this weekend with big savings on selected skiing holidays. Save up to £100 per person plus an additional £25 off per person when you book a ski holiday to Andorra online - offer available this weekend only.
Swing low, sweet chariot!
The British Disabled Ski Team, currently in Queenstown for the 100% Pure New Zealand Winter Games, took time out of their racing schedule to play with gravity at the Shotover Canyon Swing. On Saturday (August 22) the team joined the exclusive swinging community when they experienced the pure adrenaline of a 60metre free fall before swinging through a giant arc at 150km/h, from the 109m platform (360ft) above Shotover River.
Snow, sun or sightseeing - Thrilling winter adventures
People lured to stay in the UK by talk of a ‘barbecue summer’ this year may now be rueing their decision and considering a winter holiday instead. The Adventure Company has some fantastic winter trip suggestions to suit all budgets and requirements.
Hit the slopes for half the price
Zermatt’s leading chalet specialist, Mountain Exposure, jumps into the ski season with 50 per cent off accommodation in September and October.
British Ski & Board Show comes of age
The British Ski and Board Show will come of age when it returns from Friday 30th October to Sunday 1st November as it celebrates 21 years at Birmingham’s NEC with breathtaking features for enthusiasts and novices to enjoy.
Stress-free family skiing
Having perfected the art of stress-free family wintersports in Les Gets, Ski Famille have added the choice of a second resort for their guests.