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• Skier pops the question on mountain top despite injury

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 14th February 2024

  

  Charlotte Ward, from Salisbury was rocked to her ski socks when her childhood sweetheart and partner of three years got down on one knee and proposed in deep snow, at the top of Europe’s highest ski area, while battling a skiing injury. read more

• Mike Tindall’s latest charity challenge takes to the slopes

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 12th February 2024

  

  Mikey’s Mountain Miles, the latest brainchild of ex England rugby international Mike Tindall, is a new winter adventure based in the Austrian ski resort of Saalbach, with teams of four aiming to cover as much terrain as possible raising money for two charities that mean a lot to Mike – The Matt Hampson Foundation and Wings for Life. read more

• Celebrating ski patrollers worldwide on International Ski Patrol Day 2024

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 8th February 2024

  

  

  PHOTO: Jim Wood, Ski Patrol Manager at Glenshee. © Stevie McKenna

  On 10 February 2024, Helly Hansen, the global ski and outdoor brand trusted by professionals, will take part in the third annual International Ski Patrol Day (ISPD) to recognise ski patrollers and their extraordinary work to keep resorts open, safe, and fun for people of all ages and skill levels. read more

• Holiday auction set to raise funds for injured ski racer

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 7th February 2024

  

  Max Laughland, a promising skier sponsored by VIP SKI, encountered a setback last week during training as he suffered a broken collarbone and hand.

  Despite this setback, Laughland had recently achieved a significant milestone by securing spots in four events for the GB Team in the Junior World Championships, which commenced last week. read more

• Travel agency’s fundraising for DSUK increases almost tenfold

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 2nd February 2024

  

  

  PHOTO: ©DSUK

  In the second year of fundraising for Disability Snowsport UK (DSUK), a charity whose mission is to open snowsports to all, Iglu skiers and boarders have donated almost ten times the sum raised in the previous, inaugural year of the partnership. read more

• Adventurer in bid to set new world record with sit-ski expedition

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 31st January 2024

  

  

  PHOTO: Darren Edwards © www.worldmarathonchallenge.com

  Record-breaking disabled adventurer Darren Edwards will, in December 2024, attempt a new world record – the longest sit-ski expedition in the history of polar exploration.

  Darren’s epic undertaking to reach the South Pole will see him ski 333 kilometres in just 20 days in -20 degree temperatures. read more

• Hit the slopes, then sleep in the treetops…

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 29th January 2024

  

  At a unique hotel perched on stilts in the Dolomite mountains, David Hobden discovers a winter escape offering five star luxury by the slopes.

  The Plose ski region is located a mere 7km from Bressanone/Brixen, and is renowned as one of the most sun-drenched ski destinations in South Tyrol. read more

• 6 Best Holidays for Single Skiers from Iglu Ski

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 25th January 2024

  

  

  Hotel Mura

  Each winter Iglu Ski makes arrangements for skiers in search of single rooms. Often it’s a couple of friends or a small group travelling together, who prefer their own rooms.

  Sometimes it’s an odd number of people in need of a single room to add to a double. Some skiers go solo, and head for resorts where they know there’s a party in town, such as Bansko, St. Anton, Ischgl or Val Thorens. read more

• Love on the slopes: romantic retreats in the mountains

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 23rd January 2024

  

  Nothing can beat the stunning scenery of the slopes, and there is no better way to spend a romantic trip than surrounded by breath-taking snow-capped mountains. With the European slopes calling to skiers given the increased snowfall across the mountains, February is the ideal time for a ski trip. read more

• Easter Family Ski Holidays still available with Action Outdoors

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 18th January 2024

  

  

  PHOTO: © Vincent Colin

  Action Outdoors, the UK arm of the not for profit UCPA organisation, with centres across the French Alps offering great value all-inclusive (full board, ski pass, equipment hire, lessons) accommodation, has two dedicated family weeks during the Easter school holidays. read more

• Five Tips to Bag a Half Term Ski Trip Now

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 15th January 2024

  

  February half term for most children is about a month away. You may think it’s far too late to book a ski trip, but ski expert Iglu Ski can still find snow-loving families the right holiday. Their top 5 tips to grab a top family ski trip for half term now are: read more

• Black Eyed Peas Set to Rock Ischgl in Spectacular Alpine Finale

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 10th January 2024

  

  

  © TVB Paznaun-Ischgl

  In a crescendo of excitement that’s sure to send shockwaves through the Austrian Tirol, the Black Eyed Peas are primed to close the curtains on Ischgl’s winter season with a Top of the Mountain Closing Concert like no other. read more

• Vialattea partners with Trenitalia to encourage sustainable ski travel

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 9th January 2024

  

  Vialattea, the leading Italian-French international ski region, and one of Europe’s largest ski resorts, has announced a new commercial and promotional partnership agreement with Trenitalia, the primary train operator in Italy.  read more

• Kitzbühel Unveils a Winter Wonderland of Sporting Spectacles and Culinary Delights

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 4th January 2024

  

  

  PHOTO: © Kitzbühel Tourismus

  Kitzbühel, set in the heart of the Austrian Alps, is easily accessible from Innsbruck, Salzburg and Munich airports, benefiting from direct flights from London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Cardiff and Manchester. read more

• Verbier Tourisme introduces multi mode of transport booking service

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 3rd January 2024

  

  As part of its Mobility Plan, Verbier Tourisme has introduced a multi mode of transport booking service developed by Antidots. This innovative booking platform will incorporate all modes of transportation, covering entire journeys from any location worldwide. As a result, it will now be possible to plan, book, and pay for your journey to Verbier through a single platform. read more

• Chemmy Alcott reveals her top tips to get the best from snow goggles

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 29th December 2023

  

  

  PHOTO: NZ Greenroom Productions

  Four times Olympian Chemmy Alcott has provided insights into snow goggle care at elite sport level which can help every skier and snowboarder focus on their day on the snow. Chemmy said: “Goggles provide eye protection from wind, snow, sun and glare – they are an essential piece of kit for skiers and snowboarders. Good vision is fundamental to the snowsport experience. read more

• Unveiling a winter wonderland in Slovenia

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 27th December 2023

  

  With a recent investment of nearly €80 million, Slovenia’s ski resorts have undergone a spectacular makeover, beckoning snow enthusiasts with a compelling blend of transformative resort experiences, top-notch infrastructure, and an array of affordable offerings. read more

• Tackle the world’s longest black run at night time in Isère, France

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 26th December 2023

  As the majority of skiers and snowboarders wind down for the day or seek respite in the resort’s centre to explore the shops, a select few embark on a different journey back up the mountain, ready for a unique adventure on Pic Blanc in Alpe d’Huez. read more

• Seven High Altitude Happenings in Aspen Snowmass

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 21st December 2023

  

  The 23/24 winter season in Aspen Snowmass is well underway with the successful opening of all four mountains and an abundance of fresh snowfall in December. As well as new skiable terrain opening on Aspen Mountain, the resort’s calendar is jam-packed with a host of exciting events taking place across the mountains and the towns of Aspen and Snowmass, from the iconic Aspen Gay Ski Week to the exhilarating X Games. Here’s a round-up of what’s going on… read more

• Explore Isère’s Winter Wonders: Brand New Pistes and Thrilling Adventures

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 19th December 2023

  

  

  PHOTO: © Pyrène Duffau

  With four mountain ranges and 21 mountain resorts, France’s third biggest mountain destination, Isère, is a winter playground for all abilities. With unrivalled diversity of resorts and a wide range of activities to suit all, Isère definitely has a resort for everyone, from pretty, traditional villages to world-renowned ski destinations. read more

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