Snowboarding
Ski resorts in West Virginia
West Virginia's long ski season, high amount of natural snowfall and central location to major metropolitan areas makes it the most attractive location in the U.S.' mid-Atlantic and southeast for skiing.
Snow blankets Canada's ski resorts
The ski resorts of Canada are relishing awesome new snowfalls, as skiers and boarders start to take to the slopes to enjoy great early season conditions.
Hung-over skiers risk health on the slopes
Thousands of winter sports holidaymakers may be risking their health and safety and potentially invaliding their insurance by hitting the slopes the morning after a night of heavy drinking, when they may still be over the limit.
Winter in Lozere, France
Nordic skiing, downhill skiing, dog-sledding, Lozère in winter offers "alternative living" stays.
Skiing and riding comes early to Canada
With the World Cup Mens Downhill and Men's Super G kicking off in Banff Lake Louise November 27th, the Canadian ski seasons kicks off super early this year.
Winter season officially begins in Les 2 Alpes
And we're off. From Saturday 27 November, beginners and experts alike can enjoy 5 months of skiing and snowboarding in Les 2 Alpes.
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.
Brits risk unprotected skiing
As the ski season begins AXA Insurance estimates up to one million Brits will be playing financial Russian Roulette on the slopes as they head off without the insurance they need.
Ski accommodation for every budget
Get ready for the ski season and book in advance this year to take advantage of the early bird offers on ski holiday homes.
Ski & snowboarding specials with Wicked Campers
Perfect for those wishing to hit the slopes without splashing too much cash, Wicked Campers are offering brand new budget ski and snowboarding specials from as little as £106 per person, based on two nights.
Ensure your ski slope adventures are covered
Ski enthusiasts looking to hit the slopes this winter should ensure they have adequate travel insurance cover in place for themselves and their families. And this cover must include winter sports cover, says moneysupermarket.com.
Get latest gadgets at British Ski + Board Show
Whilst you may well be a seasoned professional on the slopes, it always pays to be safe and get the maximum benefit from your time away. Two gadgets promising to enhance your vacation are the new Ski + Board Show iPhone Application and Ortovox. Why not find out more at this year's British Ski and Board Show, taking place at Birmingham NEC from 29th - 31st October.
Improve your skiing & pass on your knowledge
If you're looking to improve your technique on the slopes or wanting to take it one step further by passing your knowledge onto others then have you considered a ski or snowboard instructor course?
DIY packages for skiers and boarders
A brand new online service enabling skiers and boarders to package their own `DIY’ ski holiday has been launched by SkiExtras (skiextras.com), providing the widest choice of ski equipment hire, products and services available in one place for the first time, from one source.
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.