Going away for Christmas?
We are very jealous! If you’re struggling to think of presents that will fit in your luggage, we’ve listed our favourite 2017 ideas below for you (you can thank us later!).
Après Ski, which means ‘after skiing’ in French, refers to the range of activities and entertainment offered by winter sports resorts, to help you relax after a day on the slopes. The events will differ depending on your chosen resort, but below we’ve listed the top 10 most common and popular après ski activities.
If you’re planning a ski holiday later in the season (i.e. March–May), you must book your resort carefully to avoid being disappointed by a lack of snow. While spring brings longer days and milder temperatures, it doesn’t mean skiing is off the table. In fact, spring skiing can be one of the most enjoyable times to hit the slopes, with quieter resorts and more relaxed travel dates.
The key things to consider are altitude, northerly latitude, and a strong reputation for snow (both natural and snowmaking). These factors help ensure reliable conditions well into spring, making late-season ski trips a great option for families, groups of friends or solo travellers who may prefer to travel outside the peak winter dates.
To help get your research started, we’ve listed our top 10 ski resorts for ‘late snow’, Each of these destinations proves that a spring ski holiday is still very achievable, whether you’re travelling as a family, with friends, in a group or on your own.
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Beautiful mountains, fresh air and adventure are just a few of the many reasons to choose a winter sports trip for your next holiday. However, as with any activity based holiday, there can be added risk if you do not adequately prepare for your trip, so here are our top tips for staying safe on the slopes.
With every new ski season comes the same hotly debated topic; should skiers and snowboarders wear helmets whilst participating on the slopes, and should it be mandatory. This issue has been discussed for many years, so let’s talk about ski helmets…why should you wear one? Why are people so against them? What do the experts think? In the article below we aim to give a balanced view of the arguments and research involved so you can make an informed decision about your personal safety on the slopes.
Every year when the winter season rolls around once more, the debate about whether or not ski helmets should be made compulsory continues. As we mentioned in a previous piece, the debate centres on the effectiveness and practicality of wearing a helmet, and whether the use of one should be made mandatory on slopes around the world.
Winter sports holidays are becoming more and more popular, with greater numbers learning to ski and snowboard every year. A skiing or snowboarding holiday is perfect for anyone who wants to be active, out in the fresh air enjoying the scenery and learning a new skill.
Skiing abroad is now an extremely popular hobby and holiday choice, which is practiced by more people every year. However, because of the increasing popularity, slopes are becoming busier, and seasoned skiers are venturing further afield to find some space to ski and relax.
Kids take to a lot of things like ducks to water – particularly activities which require a bit of adrenaline and could be considered scary. Riding a bike, learning to swim, riding a skateboard – it’s the fearlessness of many children that mean they often pick up these skills faster than a first-time adult!
Any type of sport comes with a certain risk attached, whether that risk is damage to equipment or personal injury. Winter Sports are no different, and typically can cause a lot of injury, ranging from bruises and sprains to broken bones and head injuries, and worse.
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