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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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Tour operator set for biggest ever winter in Norway
Myrkdalen PHOTO: Sverre Hjornevik
As resorts across Norway start opening for the 2024/25 ski season, Ski Safari is preparing to send more customers there than ever before.
This growth is led by huge increases for Norway’s West Coast and multi-centre ski safaris.
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Deer Valley unveils new trail map showcasing expanded terrain
Deer Valley have introduced their new ski trail map, including new artwork and an updated aerial projection to reflect the significant terrain expansion for the 2024/25 season. The unveiling of the trail map coincides with the completion of the first phase of the resort’s Expanded Excellence initiative.
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What’s new in Trentino this winter
At Trentino’s two large ski areas, Dolomiti Superski and Skirama Dolomiti–Adamello Brenta, the season is guaranteed from December to April due to the programmed snow networks covering over 90% of the slopes. -
Exciting World Cup race in Gurgl gets season off to a feelgood start
Mark Nicholls enjoys a sparkling weekend of early season skiing and World Cup slalom racing in Gurgl, Austria.
There’s already a buzz in Gurgl – the ski season is barely days old and the slopes are deep with snow.
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Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards to host ski breaks in Les Gets
SkiWeekends has launched a new holiday this winter in the ski resort of Les Gets, staying with Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards, giving guests the unique opportunity to ski, stay, and dine with one of Britain’s most iconic Olympians. Guests will stay at Chalet Marjorie in the heart of Les Gets over a week during January with options for both short and longer stays.
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skiScandinavia get set for another season
Temperatures are dropping, the first snowflakes have hit the ground, and the forecast is looking promising with more snow anticipated ready for the season opening on 14 December.Unsure of which resort to visit? Here skiScandinavia MD Ben Nyberg gives his take on the various ski areas.
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Discover the diverse resort of Zell am See-Kaprun
Mark Nicholls takes a ski break to Austria’s picturesque destination that offers a priceless combination of water, snow and ice.
The story of Zell am See-Kaprun centres on water: from the chilly winter depths of the lake and the snowy slopes of the mountainside up to the deep-frozen iciness of a glacier.
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Christmas Chalets in the Alps
PHOTO: © J Mugniery/laclusaz.com
There are many reasons to enjoy a magical festive season in the Alps, from a visit to Le Château du Père Noël to a Trapper’s Teepee. But a major development for this winter is the new Le Valléen gondola lift in St Gervais, which is forecast to reduce CO2 emissions in the area by up to 15%.
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Val d’Isère’s Slopes Set To Open After Fresh Snowfall
After a fresh dump of snow, with 50cm at altitude and 26cm in the village, Val d’Isère has announced that its slopes will open for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy from Saturday 30 November 2024. -
Early openings as snow falls at Vail Resorts’ Northern Hemisphere resorts
Last week, snow fell across all regions of Vail Resorts’ Northern Hemisphere resort operations, bringing with it the start to winter and the 2024/25 ski season.Nowhere was this more exciting than at Whistler Blackcomb, where nearly 90 inches of snow (228cm) has fallen since 1 November, leading to an early opening on 21 November.
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Award win for Disability Snowsport UK
Disability Snowsport UK (DSUK) have been honoured with the prestigious Every Body Moves powered by Toyota ‘Club of the Month Award’ from ParalympicsGB.
The award celebrates DSUK’s outstanding and ongoing work to make participation in the exhilarating world of snowsports more accessible and inclusive to the disabled community throughout the UK.
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Travel to the French Alps by train this February half-term
Award-winning French Alps ski specialist, Peak Retreats, has launched a selection of February half-term ski holidays by train via Paris. The holidays, for the week commencing 15/02/2025, are on sale now and include travel by train to a choice of resorts and accommodation that are all easily reachable by rail.
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Winter Adaptive Sports First at Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler
PHOTO: Invictus Games © Jeremy Allen
Taking place from 8-16 February 2025, the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025, in British Columbia, Canada, will feature more than 500 competitors from up to 25 nations.
Winter sports will be featured for the first time ever and include Alpine skiing and snowboarding, Nordic skiing and biathlon, skeleton, and wheelchair curling, in addition to the core Invictus Games sports of indoor rowing, sitting volleyball, swimming, wheelchair rugby and wheelchair basketball.
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Beginner-friendly ski destinations guide
Skiing is one of the most exhilarating winter sports, but choosing the right destination as a beginner can make all the difference. For first-timers and those looking to build their confidence on the slopes, finding the right mix of gentle terrain, quality instruction, and a welcoming atmosphere is key.
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Savings to be made on trips to North America says Tour Operator
Skiing in North America has an unjust reputation for being expensive based on high in-season prices for lift tickets and accommodation, say Ski Safari. But savvy skiers and snowboarders who book before December can save over £2,500pp on a 10-night holiday and can ski for as little as £32 per day. Ski Safari has run the numbers to find the biggest savings across North American resorts.
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Win a ski holiday for 4 people to Pila worth over £1,600
Interski are doing it again… they’re giving away an incredible ski holiday for up to four people! This year’s prize is for a short break to ski in Pila in Italy’s incredible Aosta Valley. This amazing ski holiday includes:
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Vialattea to host additional Giant Slalom race
10th February 2025
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Back to Back Freeski Invitational returns to Megève
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New reduced cost spaces for last minute 18-25 ski holidays
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Ski Beat launches 2025-26 ski season!
2nd January 2025
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Jasper deals to book now
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Sustainable Skiing at Val d’Isère
23rd January 2025
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Skiing for All: UCPA and Action Outdoors in Val Thorens
6th January 2025
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European ski escapes for a luxury weekend getaway
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Five reasons to go to Avoriaz
27th December 2024
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Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards to host ski breaks in Les Gets
6th December 2024
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Christmas Chalets in the Alps
3rd December 2024
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Val d’Isère’s Slopes Set To Open After Fresh Snowfall
27th November 2024