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Resort News & Reports
Rendezvous Music Festival Returns to Jackson Hole this April
The Rendezvous Music Festival returns to Jackson Hole on 4-5 April 2025, bringing an incredible line-up of artists to the mountains. This year’s festival will see Grammy Award-nominated folk rockers The Avett Brothers closing out the event in Teton Village, while Charles Wesley Godwin kicks things off in Jackson’s Town Square.
Skier sets new world record with 101 ski lift rides in a day
Oliver Kern from Skiresort.info has set a new world record for the number of different ski lifts rides taken in one day. The previous record of 80 ski lifts was beaten on 11 February 2025 in the Sälen ski region in Sweden. In the ski areas of Stöten, Hundfjället (SkiStar), Tandådalen (SkiStar), Högfjället (SkiStar), Lindvallen (SkiStar) and Kläppen, 101 different ski lifts were used in just under 11 hours.
Six resorts great for an Easter Ski holiday
An Easter ski holiday is a wonderful way to enjoy the mountains, with warm, sunny weather making the skiing irresistible and the lunch times long and lazy. Easter in 2025 falls on 20 April, meaning the likelihood of ideal weather is even higher.
Vialattea to host additional Giant Slalom race
Vialattea has announced that it has been selected to host an additional Giant Slalom race during the Audi FIS Ski World Cup in Sestriere, scheduled to take place on Friday 21 February. The new race joins an exciting schedule of events and races, with a packed programme for winter sports lovers to look forward to from 21 to 23 February.
Skier to attempt new World record – 100 different ski lifts in one day
Next week, Oliver Kern from Skiresort.info is hoping to set a new record for the most lift rides in one day at the Sälen ski resorts in Sweden. On 11 February, Oliver wants to ski at least 81 different ski lifts in one day in Sweden and thus set his seventh world record. But 81 ski lifts are not enough for him – and he wants to break the 100 mark.
Learn to ski in Arinsal, Andorra
PHOTO: Nataliya – stock.adobe.com
Tucked into the pleats of the Pyrenees, the small principality of Andorra punches above its weight in winter, from skiing and fiestas to a gourmet food-scene that features the best bits of France and Spain.
Downhill Only Ski Club celebrates centenary
This week one of the oldest ski clubs in the world, the Downhill Only Club, is celebrating its centenary. Here Brian Bollen, the current DHO Hon Editor, takes a look at how the club evolved.
The Downhill Only Club (DHO) in Wengen, in Switzerland’s Bernese Oberland, was founded on 7 February 1925, and is scheduled to celebrate 100 years since its creation with a Roaring Twenties (1920s)-themed dinner at the Hotel Regina in Wengen on Thursday.
Skiing and serenity in Sarikamis, Turkey
Beautiful mountain views in Sarikamis
On a trip offering a blend of culture, nature and relaxation – as well as a spot of skiing – Sharon Maslen headed to the Sarikamis-Allahuekber National Park to discover the beauty of the ski-in, ski-out hotel Chalet Duja.
Back to Back Freeski Invitational returns to Megève
PHOTO: © MegeveCommune / Marie Bougault
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Megève, the Back to Back Freeski Invitational emerges as a distinctive backcountry event, a brainchild born from the creative minds of the Collet brothers, Andy and Sandy.
Sustainable Skiing at Val d’Isère
In the Tarentaise Valley of southeastern France, Val d’Isère is known for its beautiful scenery and first-class ski slopes. This season, the world-renowned resort is taking significant strides towards a more sustainable future for winter sports tourism.
Family-Friendly Skiing Adventures Await in the Innsbruck Region
As travellers look to escape the winter blues, the Capital of the Alps ticks the box for a fun-filled, family adventure. Boasting a blend of family-friendly ski areas, exhilarating toboggan runs and close proximity to the vibrant city of Innsbruck, this alpine destination offers something for everyone.
Ski-in, ski-out art exhibition first on Aspen Mountain
A first-of-its-kind project entitled Heaven has been announced by Aspen One, in partnership with the Aspen Art Museum. This expansive project by Los Angeles-based artist Alex Israel that takes the form of a lift ticket, an exhibition, on-mountain signage, activations and merchandise.
New reduced cost spaces for last minute 18-25 ski holidays
Action Outdoors recently launched specially priced holidays for 18-25 year olds with limited spaces in some of the best ski resorts in France. Previously sold out, the UCPA has just released a number of new spaces in January.
Skiing for All: UCPA and Action Outdoors in Val Thorens
For 60 years, UCPA has provided all-inclusive, sustainable, and community-focused ski holidays. Katy Dartford takes a look at how they are continuing to thrive.
As I arrived in Val Thorens in early December it felt like I was stepping into another world.
Italian-French ski region renews partnership with train operator
Vialattea, the leading Italian-French international ski region and one of Europe’s largest ski resorts, is pleased to announce the renewal of its partnership with Trenitalia – the primary train operator in Italy – following its successful launch last season.
Ski Beat launches 2025-26 ski season!
The current season’s first guests may have only arrived at Ski Beat’s high altitude French ski chalets a couple of weeks ago, but the company has already launched its 2025-26 programme. Ski Beat’s Laura Hazell says: “Around 30% of our guests book their next ski holiday with us within a couple of weeks of their return home.
European ski escapes for a luxury weekend getaway
Le Massif PHOTO: © Aosta Panoramica
Perfect for those seeking a quick escape without sacrificing comfort, Ski Solutions has curated a specialised list of luxury ski weekends that offer a refreshing dose of winter magic in Europe’s finest Alpine landscapes.
Five reasons to go to Avoriaz
PHOTO: © Dominique Granger
100% Snow-Covered Pedestrian Resort
Perched at an altitude of 1800 metres, Avoriaz is the only resort in Europe that is entirely pedestrian and skiable. Its snow-covered streets are transformed into veritable slopes, reserved for pedestrians, skiers and sleighs. In this unique setting, Avoriaz has preserved its character and authenticity. Try sledding to do your shopping, ski to the bakery for a fresh baguette or take a horse sleigh ride to the restaurant!
Jasper deals to book now
A wildfire tore through a portion of the park and town of Jasper, Canada in July 2024.
As the town and nearby ski resort is in the early days of the winter ski season, Iglu Ski is calling on skiers to visit to support the 4,600 locals, who are rebuilding their livelihoods in the area.