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Ikon Pass adds St. Moritz for Winter 2024/25
Ikon Pass has welcomed St. Moritz to the Ikon Pass community for winter 24/25, joining Zermatt, in Switzerland for a total of six incredible European destinations – and now offers access to 59 global destinations and spring skiing at select destinations across North America.
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A bird’s eye view of Meribel
PHOTO: Sylvain Aymoz
Hils Everitt takes to the skies for a unique experience – paragliding on skis in the French Alps
Suddenly out of the almost silence, interrupted by the gentle whistling of the wind, came my pilot’s voice: “Are you OK; don’t feel sick?! Most people do. Just tell me when to stop if you need,” followed by a cheeky giggle.
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Last-minute deal for a family-friendly adventure in Aspen Snowmass
With the end of the 2024 ski season approaching in Aspen Snowmass, families can make the most of the resort’s last-minute ski deal, welcoming kids to ski for free on holidays booked before 30 April 2024.
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Travel agency reveal their top 6 Italian resorts for this spring
Independent travel agent Iglu Ski say that skiing in Italy in April is all about making the most of increasingly frequent bluebird days and quieter pistes. The best way to do that is to book a trip to one of the snow-sure, higher altitude resorts, which offer a great variety of runs for skiers of all abilities, as well as glorious glaciers, fresh powder, plenty of sunshine, and, of course, Italian food. -
Celebrate the end of the winter season in Avoriaz
In Avoriaz, revellers can celebrate the culmination of the winter season in style. With skiing at the forefront, the closing week promises a thrilling line-up including iconic après-ski sessions, lively concerts, festive parties, and the exhilarating soapbox race on snow known as the Fine-Cup.
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Snow sports inclusion initiative helping to turn young lives around
This winter season, ski and snowboard holiday provider Inghams Ski continued their partnership with young person’s charity Snow Camp. For the second year running, young people from Manchester, London, Birmingham and Glasgow completed a UK-based apprentice scheme with Snow Camp, before travelling to Val d’Isère ski resort in France with Inghams. -
A school day in the life of one of Britain’s rising ski stars
Jump out of bed, throw on your uniform, grab a quick breakfast and run to catch the school bus. That may sound a familiar morning routine to many of us but what would it be like to start your school day on the side of a snow capped mountain?
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Celebrate Easter in the Italian Alps with Family Ski Week
PHOTO: © Lorenzo Belfrond
Courmayeur Mont Blanc, nestled in the Italian Alps, is thrilled to introduce the return of Family Easter Ski Week, scheduled to run from 25 March to 1 April 2024, tailored for children aged 4 to 13. Teaming up with Momentum Experiences and Archy Events, the resort, just 90 minutes from Geneva and Turin airports, has curated a week-long itinerary for families over the Easter holidays.
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Get inspired ahead of Ikon Pass going on sale for 24/25 season
On Thursday (14 March) skiers and riders can start their 24/25 winter adventures and seek the unique at 58 global destinations across the Americas, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan, when Ikon Pass goes on sale for the 24/25 season.
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Last Chance to make Easter memories with Esprit Ski
Spring may see winter drawing to a close, but there’s still time to make Easter memories in La Rosière with Esprit Ski one last time. As Esprit celebrates its final season, the company have announced some excellent last-minute deals for families looking to swap the egg hunts at home for mountains of family fun. -
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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