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Summer Skiing in Scandinavia

admin — Tue, 22 May 2012 10:05:59 +0000

As spring takes full grip, the temperatures (gradually) begin to rise, the hours of daylight get increasingly longer, and inevitably, many ski resorts close.

From around Europe reports are rolling in of resorts closing, with other places clinging on to…

The ski resorts of Lake Tahoe

admin — Mon, 14 May 2012 09:43:01 +0000

From scorched desert landscapes to snowy pine forests, huge glitzy casinos to cosy log cabins; the ski resorts of Lake Tahoe and its surrounding area are an unrivalled realm of contrasts.

The area is blessed with an average of 11…

Europe’s Best Family Ski Resorts

admin — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:29:21 +0000

Booking any kind of holiday requires a certain amount of research and decision making. Ski holidays are certainly no exception, and when taking children skiing, there’s even more to consider.

Depending on how old the youngsters are considerations will include…

Where to ski in Canada 2012/13 [Part 2]

admin — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:35:59 +0000

At virtually opposite ends of the country from one-another, Fernie in British Columbia and Mont Tremblant in Québec have geographical, linguistic, and cultural differences amongst others.

They do, however have one very important similarity; some of the world’s best skiing……

Could Kitzbuhel be your next skiing destination in 2012-13?

admin — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 11:13:51 +0000

Kitzbuhel certainly has a reputation among the skiing community. In fact owing to its regular coverage in the British press and on TV (thinking Ski Sunday), it’s well known practically everywhere – and with good reason.

It’s a quick and…

Where is the world’s longest ski run?

admin — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:45:32 +0000

As any keen skier will know, there are few things better in life than a long ski run. Giving you the chance to build up speed without worrying when you are going to hit the bottom sends many snow fanatics…

Where to ski in Canada 2012-13 [Part 1]

admin — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 13:14:46 +0000

Canada has exceptional snowfall, with British Columbia historically being the state with the highest average annual snowfall. In parts of British Columbia snowfall has reached a staggering 1,471cm (48 feet!), and snow falls for an average 144 days a year.…

Crystal Ski’s Ski Fest 2012

admin — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 14:48:41 +0000

For the 8th year in a row, the Italian resort of Sestriere played host to Crystal’s Ski Fest, from 11-18th March this year. Ski Fest, organised by Crystal Ski, is an annual event for snow-sports enthusiasts to come together…

Late season skiing; France’s best glacier resorts

admin — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:04:57 +0000

It may be unseasonably warm in the UK this week, but even as the temperatures rise in Europe, there is still some great skiing on offer for those who know where to look.

The majority of France’s ski resorts stay…

Skiing and Snowboarding in Sölden, Austria

admin — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:16:47 +0000

I hadn’t heard much about Sölden before a friend mentioned it to me. There are plenty of more well known Austrian resorts, especially among British skiers, but looking at it in black and white, I found myself asking why I…