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  By Skier & Snowboarder on 12th March 2018

  

  There have been some great snowfalls throughout the Alps since the start of the year that has set up some great conditions as we get into the tail end of this season.

  You can read about where the most snow has fallen in our news section in the magazine by clicking here and if you have not already booked your Easter trip or fancy some late season skiing and snowboarding keep an eye on the special offers that are regularly updated on this website. read more

• Modern luxury in an ‘old school’ chalet in Les Arcs 2000

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 2nd March 2018

  

  by Rob Rees

  If you still haven’t decided where to go to enjoy this bumper ski season, and you’ve just about recovered from ‘The Beast from the East’, Les Arcs is a perfect venue. The gorgeous boutique Chalet des Cascades above Les Arcs 2000 still has some spaces left, at cracking prices through Flexiski (www.flexiski.com). read more

• GB snowboarder Billy Morgan claims Olympic big air bronze

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 24th February 2018

  

  Following in the footsteps of Jenny Jones who won snowboard slopestyle bronze in Sochi, Morgan held his nerve on the final two jumps while some of the biggest names in the sport couldn’t handle the pressure. read more

• Tasty new restaurant in Les Deux Alpes

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 27th January 2018

  

  There is good news for ‘foodies’ visiting the French resort of Les Deux Alpes this season.

  Fabien Poirot, the chef who earned the resort’s first Michelin star when he was working at the 4* Chalet Mounier, has opened a new restaurant in the village called Chamois Lodge. read more

• Eddie Edwards: My first ski of the season – on The Lover’s Piste!

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 26th January 2018

  

  This is a photo of me on a great run in Livigno, Italy called ‘The Lover’s Piste’ surrounded by a group of female medics. We all recently took part in the first annual ski medicine conference (WEMski18) organised by World Extreme Medicine (WEM) in conjunction with Livigno Snow Holidays, the Livigno Tourist Office and Mottolino Fun Mountain. read more

• Ski store celebrates 25th birthday by giving customers gift vouchers

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 12th January 2018

  

  Loyal customers visiting Captains Cabin in Sevenoaks, Kent just before Christmas were treated to champagne, party balloons and £500 worth of gift vouchers to help celebrate the store’s 25 years in the ski business. read more

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  By Skier & Snowboarder on 15th December 2017

  

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• Eddie ‘the Eagle’ Edwards: A day out at Hemel

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 5th December 2017

  I’ve been busy during the summer and luckily for me I spent quite a bit of it on skis at indoor centres such as Chill Factore in Manchester and the Snow Centre at Hemel Hempstead.

  At Hemel I joined TV presenter and former ski racer Graham Bell and snowboarder Aimee Fuller helping to get kids onto skis and snowboards during the National Schools Snowsport Week. read more

• Pippa Middleton kicks off 5,560 mile challenge

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 5th December 2017

  

  THERE are loads of prizes on offer for skiers and snowboarders who take part in a #Ski2Paralymics challenge launched by Pippa Middleton, patron of Disability Snowsport UK (DSUK), to help raise funds for the charity. read more

• LATEST CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR OFFERS

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 4th December 2017

  

  ZENITH HOLIDAYS/VARIOUS: For families or couples looking to spend Christmas or New Year on the slopes, Zenith Holidays has a choice of getaways in France.
  For families, a week from 23 December at Chalet Clautre at Montgenevre in the Southern Alps is now priced at £2,500, saving £500.  This price is for two adults and two children (aged under 12 years) and includes return flights from Stansted or Gatwick, transfers and chalet board accommodation (breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner with wine) in two adjacent en suite rooms.
  For couples, a week from 30 December at Chalet Refuge in the old town of Villeneuve in Serre Chevalier – one of the biggest ski areas in France covering  410 acres of pistes at altitudes of between 1200 and 2800 metres – now costs from £645 per person ( saving £120).  This twin share price includes return flights from Gatwick, transfers and chalet board accommodation (breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner with wine). read more

• Win a trixski

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 4th December 2017

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  WIN A trixski SKI CARRIER

  – ONE FOR YOU AND ONE FOR A FRIEND

  We’ve got 10 of the revolutionary new ski carriers to give away

  Take the hassle out of carrying your skis and poles with a trixski ski carrier read more

• Eddie Edwards: Is there a future for ski and snowboard shows?

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 30th November 2017

  

  I had some good fun at the Chill Factore in Manchester when they invited me to take part in the snow centre’s 10th anniversary celebrations in November.

  

  10 out of 10 at Chill Factore

  I joined up with all the instructors and we formed ourselves into a ‘10’ formation to ski down the slope. I don’t know if they were trying to tell me something, but I was part of the ‘zero’! read more

• Chalet companies join forces in Saint Martin de Belleville

  By Ione Walker on 28th November 2017

  

  Saint Martin de Belleville is described as ‘the gateway to The Three Vallées’ in France. Despite this somewhat grandiose title it remains a charmingly sleepy town, steeped in tradition and oozing authenticity. As a consequence, Saint Martin has become a popular destination for those wanting to experience The Three Vallées in a more tranquil manner, away from the hubbub of neighbouring Val Thorens. read more

• Ski Independence unveils new ‘private’ collection of chalets

  By Ione Walker on 16th November 2017

  

  Ski Independence has unveiled five new chalets which will form part of their new ‘Private Collection’ this winter.

  The chalets can be found in some of the most coveted resorts in France including Val d’Isère, Courchevel, Méribel and La Clusaz. If it takes more than an exclusive setting to seal the deal then perhaps you may be tempted by the outdoor hot tubs, home cinemas and massage rooms available in most of the chalets. In addition to this, a delightful range of bespoke add-ons is also available. These include a private chef, butler service, chauffeur, yoga instruction, grocery delivery and the list goes on! read more

• Head chef at Lech hotel receives Austria’s most prestigious gourmet award

  By Ione Walker on 16th November 2017

  

  Five-star hotel Severin’s Alpine Retreat in Lech Am Arlberg Austria will be top of the list for ‘foodies’ this winter after the head Chef, Stephan Kriegelstein was awarded the Gault&Millau award in October this year. read more

• Largest ski room in Courchevel – claims Les Neiges hotel

  By Ione Walker on 11th November 2017

  

  After a successful first year last season, Hôtel Barrière Les Neiges is vying to become one of Courchevel’s most sought after locations by building on its tradition of surpassing all expectations as a luxury retreat. The hotel boasts a unique collection of bars restaurants and spa facilities. All encased in a delightfully traditional yet modern chalet style building, which boasts views over the valley below. read more

• 6 reasons to head to Aspen this winter.

  By Ione Walker on 8th November 2017

  

  Aspen, Colorado. A mountainous playground for skiers and one of the USA’s most prestigious ski resorts. So what better way to experience it than in one of the towns Luxury hotels? One such hotel, The Little Nell, is unveiling some impressive new assets for the coming 2017/18 winter and here is why you should visit… read more

• Luxury redefined in Val d’Isere – and don’t forget the race car track!

  By Ione Walker on 8th November 2017

  

  If you are searching for the ultimate chalet experience this winter then look no further than Chalet Marco Polo in Val d’Isere. Chalet Marco Polo is the embodiment of pure luxury and it is doubtful that you have ever seen anything quite like it! read more

• Looking to escape the crowds ? How about a helicopter ride to lunch on a glacier?

  By Ione Walker on 8th November 2017

  

  Based in the beautiful Swiss chocolate box town of Verbier, Ski Verbier Exclusive has an impressive portfolio of up to 17 luxury Chalets. In many of these chalets, guests can enjoy a team of dedicated staff including a professional chef, swimming pools, spa facilities and a 24 hour driver service. read more

• Get fit before you fly!

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 8th November 2017

  

  Tips for skiers and snowboarders from the Winter Sports Company

  Whether you’re a one-week-a-year skier or spend the entire season enjoying fresh white powder, it will benefit your technique to get fit before you hit the slopes. read more

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