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Disability Snowsport UK launch cold water challenge campaign
Bonnie McGhie-Convery taking on the Dip, Dunk, Dook challenge for DSUK
The UK’s leading adaptive snowsports charity, Disability Snowsport UK (DSUK) have just launched a new cold water fundraising challenge, asking winter sports enthusiasts across the country to embrace the chill and help raise vital funds to support adaptive skiers and snowboarders in Britain this winter.
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New junior ski camps for kids in Tignes
Ski course company Snoworks, that specialises in all mountain skiing, has launched a new programme for kids that are already proficient skiers and want something that goes beyond the traditional ski school class.
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Boss des Bosses returns to Verbier, Switzerland
The anticipation mounts as the Boss des Bosses, renowned as the “Master of the Moguls”, prepares to grace the slopes of Verbier once again for an unforgettable spectacle. Boss de Bosses is set to take place on 20 March 2024, the 26th edition of this inter-resort freestyle ski contest promises an electrifying showdown not to be missed.
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Uncovering the diversity of skiing in Colorado
Aspen
Mark Nicholls embarks on a ski safari across Colorado and discovers a hidden gem.
In the dark days of 1942, when America had only recently entered World War Two after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, an elite group of troops were being trained on a mountainside in Colorado.
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Guide to great snow and availability in March and April
For those still undecided about where to ski this winter, Ski Safari has given the latest updates on snow conditions, availability and late-season savings across their programme. While many resorts in the Alps are already turning green, skiers willing to try somewhere different this spring are in for a snow-filled treat.
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Winter getaways for all generations
Bear Lodge
In the ever-growing trend of multi-generational travel, VIP SKI has noted a surge in bookings for extended family ski holidays. VIP SKI provides an exceptional experience that caters to families of all sizes. Children aged between two and 12 represented 17% of VIP SKI’s guests last winter, and 120 babies experienced the mountains for the first time. One of the key highlights is the flexibility in childcare options, ensuring that parents can enjoy their time on the slopes worry-free.
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Head to the Austrian Tirol for the Kitzbühel Spring Games
Following its successful second edition last year, the Kitzbühel Spring Games will return this year for the third time. This is an innovative series of events which will see several contests in Kitzbühel in March.
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The Spring 2024 Issue of Skier and Snowboarder is out now!
The Spring Issue of Skier & Snowboarder is out now – offering a great combination of first person experiences from resorts throughout the world, holiday news, the latest equipment, UK slope and club news and more! -
‘Toe in the Snow’ beginners’ ski holidays
Ski Beat, the top UK package ski chalet company to France, is offering two new spring ski weeks for beginners to put a ‘toe in the snow’ and discover the mountain holiday that grips 1.5million British skiers each year.
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No Limits Bruson Freeride Week returns to Verbier, Switzerland
Starting tomorrow and running until 24 February, Bruson Freeride Week returns to Verbier with a bang for the 2024 season, featuring an expanded programme of events. Following the resounding success of the previous edition and the overwhelming enthusiasm of riders, organisers have scheduled a total of four competitions – including three FWT Qualifiers and one Junior FWT event.
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Skier pops the question on mountain top despite injury
Charlotte Ward, from Salisbury was rocked to her ski socks when her childhood sweetheart and partner of three years got down on one knee and proposed in deep snow, at the top of Europe’s highest ski area, while battling a skiing injury. -
Mike Tindall’s latest charity challenge takes to the slopes
Mikey’s Mountain Miles, the latest brainchild of ex England rugby international Mike Tindall, is a new winter adventure based in the Austrian ski resort of Saalbach, with teams of four aiming to cover as much terrain as possible raising money for two charities that mean a lot to Mike – The Matt Hampson Foundation and Wings for Life. -
Celebrating ski patrollers worldwide on International Ski Patrol Day 2024
PHOTO: Jim Wood, Ski Patrol Manager at Glenshee. © Stevie McKenna
On 10 February 2024, Helly Hansen, the global ski and outdoor brand trusted by professionals, will take part in the third annual International Ski Patrol Day (ISPD) to recognise ski patrollers and their extraordinary work to keep resorts open, safe, and fun for people of all ages and skill levels.
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Holiday auction set to raise funds for injured ski racer
Max Laughland, a promising skier sponsored by VIP SKI, encountered a setback last week during training as he suffered a broken collarbone and hand.
Despite this setback, Laughland had recently achieved a significant milestone by securing spots in four events for the GB Team in the Junior World Championships, which commenced last week.
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Travel agency’s fundraising for DSUK increases almost tenfold
PHOTO: ©DSUK
In the second year of fundraising for Disability Snowsport UK (DSUK), a charity whose mission is to open snowsports to all, Iglu skiers and boarders have donated almost ten times the sum raised in the previous, inaugural year of the partnership.
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Adventurer in bid to set new world record with sit-ski expedition
PHOTO: Darren Edwards © www.worldmarathonchallenge.com
Record-breaking disabled adventurer Darren Edwards will, in December 2024, attempt a new world record – the longest sit-ski expedition in the history of polar exploration.
Darren’s epic undertaking to reach the South Pole will see him ski 333 kilometres in just 20 days in -20 degree temperatures.
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Hit the slopes, then sleep in the treetops…
At a unique hotel perched on stilts in the Dolomite mountains, David Hobden discovers a winter escape offering five star luxury by the slopes.
The Plose ski region is located a mere 7km from Bressanone/Brixen, and is renowned as one of the most sun-drenched ski destinations in South Tyrol.
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6 Best Holidays for Single Skiers from Iglu Ski
Hotel Mura
Each winter Iglu Ski makes arrangements for skiers in search of single rooms. Often it’s a couple of friends or a small group travelling together, who prefer their own rooms.
Sometimes it’s an odd number of people in need of a single room to add to a double. Some skiers go solo, and head for resorts where they know there’s a party in town, such as Bansko, St. Anton, Ischgl or Val Thorens.
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Love on the slopes: romantic retreats in the mountains
Nothing can beat the stunning scenery of the slopes, and there is no better way to spend a romantic trip than surrounded by breath-taking snow-capped mountains. With the European slopes calling to skiers given the increased snowfall across the mountains, February is the ideal time for a ski trip.
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Easter Family Ski Holidays still available with Action Outdoors
PHOTO: © Vincent Colin
Action Outdoors, the UK arm of the not for profit UCPA organisation, with centres across the French Alps offering great value all-inclusive (full board, ski pass, equipment hire, lessons) accommodation, has two dedicated family weeks during the Easter school holidays.
