As the UK’s leading ski tour operator to Norway, Ski Safari continues to develop and improve a programme first launched over 10 years ago. The latest addition is the up-and-coming resort of Gausta in the heart of Telemark, Norway.
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Ride the new Les Glaciers Gondola in La Plagne
Once the final skiers left the mountain last April, the famous Bellecôte Gondola was dismantled, and the 102 cabins went up for auction. These vintage bubbles, dating from 1973, had a starting price of €500 / £430 each and sold in just one-and-a-half-hours.
Our Winter edition is out now!
The Winter 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, competitions and more! In this issue we take a closer look at Ski Amadé in Austria, Pays De Gex and La Plagne in France, and Val Gardena in Italy. Plus check out the holiday news pages for what’s new this season. Read online here.
British champion skier traverses London transport network to celebrate London Snow Week
Champion Alpine ski racer, Chemmy Alcott, hits London to celebrate London Snow Show’s debut at the ExCeL on 21-22 October. Photography by Drew Cox
London commuters were treated to an unusual scene this week, as British champion skier, Chemmy Alcott, was seen traversing the walkways of Waterloo Underground Station and the heights of IFS Cloud Cable car, kitted-up in skis and full winter sports gear.
Ski Solutions Launch Winter Inspirations Hub
As winter 2023/24 draws closer, Ski Solutions, Britain’s original tailor-made ski tour operator and largest specialist ski travel agency, has introduced a brand-new Winter Inspiration hub to provide a one-stop shop for all things ski this season. From new accommodations and resorts, to a competition and an interview with a ski racing champion; this is the place to start planning your next ski holiday.
New survey shows UK Snowsports market will grow by 14% in 2023/24
A new survey by ski chalet specialist Le Ski predicts that the UK snowsports market will grow by 14% in winter 2023/24. The survey was conducted by YouGov for Le Ski during August 2023 and showed that 1.12 million British skiers and snowboarders took to the slopes last winter.
Verbier Tourism brings the Swiss Alps to London
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Verbier Tourism will be helping peak Londoners’ interest in the upcoming ski season with a rare chance to experience the resort’s famously fun apres-ski vibe on home turf.
Over two exclusive nights at the end of this month, the Iron Bloom Shoreditch will be converted into a winter wonderland, recreating the Alpine town’s world-famous party atmosphere and cementing Verbier’s reputation as a place to be seen after a day sloping about.
Travelski Express on track for the 23/24 season
Travelski has announced that the 2023/24 Travelski Express product is now on sale. Running outbound from London on Saturday mornings from 30 December and returning the following Sunday (also daytime) the new packages will offer daytime train travel in both directions and eight nights of accommodation (to facilitate a full seven days of skiing) as standard.
Atomic hosts first ski industry climate summit
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Atomic, leading manufacturer of ski equipment, is set to host the first Ski Industry Climate Summit, an international two-day congress with the aim to bring together key stakeholders and drive impactful change to address the urgent need for climate action.
New Unforgettable Experiences for the 23/24 Ski Season
As the 23/24 ski season approaches, winter sports enthusiasts can look forward to an array of exciting new offerings and innovative enhancements at top resorts around the world.
From expanded skiable acreage and state-of-the-art technology to luxurious accommodations and breathtaking amenities, these resorts are raising the bar to provide unforgettable experiences for guests. Here are plenty of reasons to book a snow trip this winter.
Kemmerer family announce plans to sell Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
After 31 years of ownership, the Kemmerer family announced its intent to sell Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) in Wyoming, US. The Kemmerer family bought JHMR in 1992, and their passion, dedication and commitment turned the Resort into a world-class destination.
New hotel offerings for 2023 in Val d’Isère
Travellers looking for luxurious accommodation options in Val d’Isère need look no further, as the mesmerising alpine destination has announced an array of exciting new accommodation offerings for the second half of 2023.
Masterclass aims to help you conquer your nerves and love your skiing
If your mindset is holding you back and negative emotions, such as anxiety or fear, overwhelm you on the slopes, then Ellis Brigham Mountain Sports is hosting some masterclasses aiming to help you conquer those feelings.
Iglu crowned ‘Online Agency of the Year 2023’
At a glittering ceremony in London this month, Iglu was crowned Online Agency of the Year 2023 in front of 700 guests. The Travel Weekly Agent Achievement Awards are the largest celebration of the travel trade in the UK & Ireland and the highest accolade for travel agencies and agents. The awards are designed to honour those travel agencies and travel agents who truly represent the best of the travel industry, and recognise excellence in a range of categories and specialisms.
Peak Retreats wins Best Ski Operator at Telegraph Travel Awards 2023
Ben Ross, Head of Travel @ Telegraph with Alison Willis from Peak Retreats. ©BenLis
Peak Retreats was named Best Ski Operator at the Telegraph Travel Awards on 11 July 2023. The Telegraph Travel Awards have been running since 1998, with the last taking place in 2019, when Peak Retreats also triumphed. The annual awards are decided by votes from Telegraph readers, with over 27,000 readers voting this year for their favourite destinations, airlines and travel companies.
Crystal Ski Holidays announces Spain and Slovenia as new destinations for winter 2023/24
Crystal Ski Holidays has unveiled two new destinations for Winter 2023/24, including the exciting and rather unique destination of Spain, as well as the budget-friendly Slovenia.
Swap sun and sangria for après-ski and snow-covered mountains in one of Spain’s largest ski area at the Baqueira-Beret resort, which lies at the head of the stunning Val d’Aran, tucked away in the Spanish Pyrenees.
Valamar expands its Austrian ski offerings
Croatia’s leading hospitality company, Valamar, is set to bring its high-energy [PLACES] offerings to the slopes of Austria this winter with the opening of Obertauern [PLACESHOTEL] by Valamar.
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This marks the first expansion of the [PLACESHOTEL] series outside of Croatia and follows the success of two Valamar properties in Obertauern opening last winter – Kesselspitze Valamar Collection Hotel and Valamar Obertauern Hotel.
Ski accessories aiming to make life simpler on the slopes
Trixski is a niche ski accessories business founded by Tricia Blaxill, who has designed, sourced or adapted products from across the globe to answer a myriad of problems experienced by recreational skiers and boarders.
Customer survey proves ski and snowboarding has recovered from covid says Iglu Ski
What factors are important in resort choices; the appeal of long-haul skiing, and what type of holiday arrangements are preferred, were among the results of an end-of-season survey carried out by Iglu Ski.
Tom sets a new world record by completing the Great Birmingham Run in a pair of ski boots
Running a half marathon is challenging enough, but can you imagine trying to do one in a pair of ski boots?
When Tom Bracey (pictured) decided he wanted to raise funds for the Protect Our Winters campaign he generated interest and sponsorship by ditching his running shoes and donning a pair of boots to compete in the Great Birmingham Run.