Skiing

Holidays reach new heights
It is often said that skiing is a dance and the mountain always leads. That wonderful sensation of being led by the landscape perhaps explains why almost half of the respondents in a recent Ski Weekends survey said an enduring love of the mountains was the primary reason for choosing a ski holiday.

Discover new luxury apartments in Andorra
Pierre & Vacances is to open a magnificent new holiday complex in Andorra on 20th December. Located conveniently next to Grandvalira’s main lift, Pierre & Vacances Andorra El Tarter will boast 50 holiday apartments, all with the added luxury of hotel services.
Have piste of mind on the slopes this winter
Skiers and snowboarders set to hit the slopes this winter should ensure they have a sufficient level of travel insurance cover in place for themselves and families, and this must include winter sports cover, says MoneySuperMarket.com.

New ‘La Folie Douce’ turns up the tempo in Alpe d’Huez
The Alpe d’Huez slopes will come alive to the sound of the best music in town this season following this week’s opening of La Folie Douce’s fourth venue in the French Alps.
School’s out, snow’s in
Murren, the cradle of Alpine ski racing and home of the Kandahar Ski Racing Club, launches the Murren Kandahar Snowsport Festival from December 18 to 20. This new family-friendly pre-Christmas ski racing festival guarantees an exciting start to the season at an affordable price.

Skiing in Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia
Legendary Whistler Blackcomb is widely regarded as one of the top ski resorts in North America.

The ultimate Christmas present
Now that John Lewis has released their Christmas advert and supermarkets are finally stocking mince pies again there can be no doubt that the festive season is just round the corner.

Five of the best ski adventures
For some of the most inspiring winter adventures look no further than tailor-made ski specialist Ski Safari. Offering ultimate winning combinations, from an Arctic adventure in Sweden to mixing ski and sun in Whistler and Hawaii or in Aspen and Barbados to experiencing Canada’s Powder Highway or Utah’s skiing and National Parks there are plenty of ideas to add to your bucket list.

Les 3 Chalets’ Santa Dash
Founders of Snowskool Steve and Phil Purdie proudly launched their chalet holiday division “Les3Chalets” last season, and have seen the brand sail to success.

Hip Chalets goes piste side
Hip Chalets, the luxury ski chalet specialist, is delighted to introduce their newest and exclusive guest property the ski-in / ski-out Chalet de la Gliere.

Six of the best ski holidays, for all types of skier
Top ski chalet holiday company Ski Beat has come up with its pick of the best resorts and places to stay for all types of skier, including those looking for a romantic stay, a family holiday haven, the best food, apres ski or location.
New for winter 2013/14 with Marmotte Mountain
Boutique ski chalet company Marmotte Mountain adds a new luxury chalet to its Chamonix portfolio and a backcountry course for women with world-famous skier Kit DesLauriers.

Ski and... dance, laugh, cook
Ski and spa, ski and city or ski and shopping are all winning combinations, enjoyed by countless people every year, but what about something just a little bit different? Take a look at the following suggestions from the Tirol Tourist Board to really maximise your holiday experience…..whether you want to ski and dance, ski and cook, ski and yoga or ski and have a right good belly laugh.

'Hidden France' under the radar ski resorts worth a visit
France has always been a favourite destination amongst British skiers, with resorts such as Tignes, Val d'Isere, Meribel and Courchevel regularly at the top of the popularity list.
Jungfrau Winter News 2013/14
The Jungfrau Region encompasses some imposing and impressive mountains, the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.