Winter Sports
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.
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.
Discover Egypt this winter
With all that Egypt has to offer just 5 hours from the UK, there really is no excuse not to get over there and soak up some winter sun. Known as a watersports paradise, you can find world-class snorkelling and diving in the bays around Sharm el Sheikh.
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.
Luxury in Lapland
The white Christmas is traditional to British culture, but it is a rare occurrence in the UK. The last official Christmas snowfall was in 2004 and this year reports predict that the likes of London have just a 10% chance of seeing a single snowflake on the 25th December. However, if you are dreaming of waking up on Christmas morn to a blanket of the white stuff you could head to Lapland to enjoy the ultimate magical family break.
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?
There’s more to Geneva than snow
For those who don’t fancy whizzing down the piste, there is more to Geneva than just snow. Head to bmibaby’s most popular snow resort, and there is no need to spend the week with a pair of skis attached to your feet.
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.
Niseko officially opens on piste and off
Heavy snowfalls over the past couple of days have primed Niseko's powdery slopes for the much-anticipated season opening.
24 hour skiing in snow sure Mont Tremblant
The province of Québec is home to one of North America’s top ski resorts - Mont Tremblant. The resort will kick off the 2009 season with early winter’s hottest event ‘The 24h of Tremblant’, which runs from December 11 to 15.