Zermatt Skiing Offers Slow Slopes for Slow Pokes

The glamorous ski resort of Zermatt in the Swiss Alps has designated four ski runs as ‘slow slopes’ and there are hopes that other resorts will follow in its tracks.  

It is not so much about catering to slow skiers, or…

Tracking Santa? The Magical Countdown is on!

Santa’s elves are really busy at the North Pole and you can track their progress at (noradsanta.org).  Did you know that starting on Christmas Eve you can also track Santa on Google Earth? 

There’s not much good news about at the moment…

Eurostar and Channel Tunnel to Remain Closed Monday

Bad news for travellers is that the Channel Tunnel rail services remain postponed pending investigation of the problems which brought trains to a standstill on Saturday. 

Many travellers remain stranded at Eurodisney, and skiers heading for the Alps…

Skiing High? What’s the Problem?

Have you ever skied while abusing alcohol or drugs and got away with it?  Well, consider yourself very lucky!  In surveys, an estimated one in ten skiers has admitted to skiing after drinking.  Do you know someone who regularly cracks open a beer, or…

World Cup Skiing and Events Calendar 2009-2010

The International Ski Federation or Fédération Internationale de Ski (FIS) World Cup events are already underway and the calendar for winter sports competitions is jam-packed for this ski season. 

If you have already planned your ski trip, or are still…

2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver – 99 Days Away!

We are eagerly awaiting it, and from today there are just 99 days until February 12 and the Opening Ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, B.C. 

Those who can’t make the trip over to B.C. can at least…

Skiing this Season? Stretch Yourself – Not Your Wallet!

Approximately one third of the injuries sustained during winter sports activities involve the knees.  Other popular skiing and boarding injuries include the ankles, wrists, and thumbs – not to mention serious back and head injuries.

It is important to try to get in shape…

Ski Season is Shaping Up – But Are You in Shape?

Just as with most things in life, it takes effort and practise to excel and get the most out of an activity.  This applies to skiing and snowboarding.  Without some preparation you may be setting yourself up for an injury which could ruin your entire ski holiday…

Avalanche Video – Skier Buried Alive in Haines, Alaska

Many skiers may have wondered what it’s like to get caught in an avalanche and buried alive.  Well, this is your chance to find out.  The helmet cam recorded every moment until rescue, which is quite excruciating to watch and listen to. …

Will Swine Flu (or Panda Flu) Affect Your Holiday Plans?

When the Swine Flu outbreak reached pandemic level it caused fear and affected feelings about travelling far from home and risking exposure.  Swine Flu is predicted to make a dramatic return this winter, so it remains to be seen how it…