Specialist ski sunglasses are great, as not only do they protect your eyes while you’re on the slopes, but they can also make you look very cool. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the newest…
Five Mistakes First-Time Skiers Make
Your first day on the slopes can be a challenging one. Skiing can be difficult to pick up in the beginning. It has a technique that is very unique – making it difficult to really prepare yourself for the challenges…
When Is the Best Time to Book Your Ski Holiday?
It’s coming up to that special time of year…. yep you’ve guessed it… ski season! With winter rolling in, it’s time to start planning your next ski holiday. One of the first things to think about is when to book…
How Skiing Helps Develop Strong Leg Muscles
The sight of snow invokes different feelings. For some, the views seem surreal; as the surroundings get transformed into a wonderland from a fairy-tale. For others, it signals an opportunity to get to the slopes of white and indulge in…
North America’s 10 Most Expensive Ski Resorts
The world is full of places affordable only by the richest people – the same applies to ski resorts as well of course. But this does not mean that they are entirely closed off for the rest of us mere…
Last Minute Ski Holidays to Bansko
If you’re looking for a ski resort that combines a fantastic mountain, a picturesque town at the bottom and fast, modern lifts to the top then Bansko in Bulgaria should be somewhere near the top of your list. Our latest…
Sun, Snow and Bobsleighs in Engadin St Moritz
Bobsleighing, White Turf races and skiing in a champagne climate; the active adventures of winter in Engadin St Moritz. I climbed into the compact metal tube of the bobsleigh, clenched the handrails with fervour and took one steady breath before…
Last Minute Spring Ski Deals
Ideal for backpackers on a budget: Grindelwald, Switzerland Travel to Switzerland and stay at the Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof in Grindelwald, Switzerland from £20 per person, per night with HostelsClub.com. This offer includes continental breakfast and free entry to public swimming pools.…
Top 5 Late-Season Ski Festivals
Take to the slopes for the best late-season ski festivals around the world: Caprices Festival hits the decade mark Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Caprices Festival will take place from March 8th to 16th 2013 in Crans Montana, Switzerland. Internationally renowned artists…
Off the Beaten Piste: Ski Resorts Without the Crowds
Long lift queues, crowded pistes and over priced hotels are not conducive to a happy family ski holiday. However, due to specific timings of half term holidays, Christmas and Easter, it seems everyone and their dog packs up and heads…