Unexpected Ski Stunt? How Cool are You?

Skiing conditions are great just about everywhere at the moment, so enjoy it while it lasts.  We hope your performance is even more impressive than this guy’s.  He was lucky, but wonder if he had Ski Insurance.
We say Bravo! anyway.  Check it out…and have a great weekend!

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Cheap Ski Holidays - Head for Scotland!

The devaluation of the pound against the euro has caused the cost of many wintersports holidays to soar. Each year 1.3 million Brits go on a winter sports holiday, and more than 90% go to Europe. Even if you manage to find a great deal on a ski holiday, the weak pound will leave you [...]

Ski News - Andorra Avalanche Warnings - Powder Everywhere!

The Foreign Office (FCO) has issued an advisory, per the Andorran authorities, that heavy snowfall throughout Andorra has prompted the enforcement of a ‘High Risk’ avalanche warning.  Access routes into Andorra from France are currently closed so travellers are advised to check with the authorities before setting off, and to be prepared for delays.  Access [...]

Travel Advice and Visas for Dubai, Abu Dhabi and UAE

Travel to the UAE is increasingly popular, and Dubai is currently a very ‘hot’ destination, in more ways than one.  According to the Abu Dhabi and Dubai Immigration Authorities, more than one million Brits are visiting the UAE each year and more than 100,000 British Nationals reside there.
The main problems requiring assistance by the consulate [...]

Skiing the Rockies? Avalanche Statistics No Joke

It’s no secret in skiing circles that the Rockies of North America and Canada tend to receive obscenely wonderful amounts of snow each ski season.  Skiers and boarders flock there to make their tracks in the white gold.  However, a sobering reminder of the dangers and a few words of caution are never wasted - [...]

Grab a Holiday Bargain for 2009 - But Don’t Delay!

With a drop in bookings over the Christmas period, fears about the state of the travel industry appear to have prompted many bargains and offers.  Since the start of the New Year there has been a reported jump in interest and bookings, which includes skiers booking last minute ski deals.  Holidaymakers are, understandably, also reported to be very [...]

Man Loses His Pants on Vail Ski Lift

Wow… I don’t think there’s any provision in a ski insurance policy to cover this man’s embarrassment - not to mention the cold, dangly bits.  The Mail Online ran the story about it - with pictures.
It’s easy to lose your shirt in Vail, what with the high prices and all, but most don’t expect to [...]

Ski News - 2008-2009 Bumper Snow Season so Far

If you have been cautiously waiting and watching to see if the snowfall across Europe and the Alps is going to last you may now have to scramble to find a late ski deal!  Snow has been falling steadily across European resorts and conditions are reported to be very good. There have been some blue [...]

Skiing in Slovakia? They Join the Eurozone January 1

On January 1, 2009 Slovakia will join the Eurozone. The currency will switch to the Euro on the same date, although the Slovak Crown will still be accepted in many shops until January 16.  
Those skiing or hiking in Slovakia should be aware that the services of the Slovak Mountain Rescue Services can be expensive (up [...]

Whistler Gondola Ski Lift Accident

Whistler Blackcomb gondola ski lift collapses but no serious injuries reported.