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Skiing This Season? Book Soon to Avoid Disappointment

Posted on December 10th, 2008, Jean. Filed under Ski Holidays, Travel News, No Comments

We have seen reports that 75 percent of skiers and boarders are staying at home this season because of the credit crunch, and saving their money for a summer holiday instead. It has also been reported that skiers are choosing cheaper resorts, downgrading on accommodation or going self-catering, and packing their own lunches rather than [...]

Unexpected Early Opening for Many European Ski Resorts

Posted on November 28th, 2008, Jean. Filed under Ski Holidays, Travel News, No Comments

With excellent early snowfall across Europe over the past week many resorts have opened earlier than planned. Glacier skiing is reported to be good, but with very cold temperatures reported.
In Fance, Tignes has opened earlier than the scheduled date of 29 November and Val Thorens is also open with nine lifts operating, but very cold temperatures. Les [...]

Did You Know? New Entry Rules/Visa for USA - January 2009

Posted on November 24th, 2008, Jean. Filed under Airlines, Holiday Destinations, Ski Holidays, Sports Holidays, Student Travel, Travel Insurance News, Travel News, 1 Comment

We have not seen much publicity about this yet - so if you know someone planning to visit America please pass the word on. There are fears within the industry that chaos will strike airports once America’s Department of Homeland Security (DHS) implements its new entry rules for the New Year. From 12 January 2009 [...]

Ski Insurance - Can You Afford Not to Have It?

Posted on November 21st, 2008, Jean. Filed under Ski Holidays, Travel News, No Comments

It’s that time of the year again… Snow is falling in the Alps, across the Rockies and in the Sierra Nevada range (i.e. Mammoth Mountain, California). Whichever way your ski tips or board are pointing this season, they should always be pointing to ‘yes’ when it comes to Ski Insurance and Winter Sports cover. The [...]

More Travel Chaos as French Rail Workers Walk Out Tomorrow

Posted on November 17th, 2008, Jean. Filed under Europe, Ski Holidays, Travel News, No Comments

The French pilots’ strike is due to end at midnight tonight but, spreading like an annoying common cold, the bug has spread to transport workers. French train drivers plan to walk-out tomorrow in protest over changes to their work hours. A further strike by train drivers is expected to take place starting on the evening [...]

Ski News - Get Your Skis and Boards Out - It’s Snowing!

Posted on November 12th, 2008, Jean. Filed under Ski Holidays, Travel News, 2 Comments

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Skiers and boarders need to get busy making reservations as the season is underway. Snowfall is looking good in many places with more expected across the Alps and Rockies later this week. Many resorts across the U.S., Canada and Europe are already open or opening very soon.
Glacier skiing in [...]

Suffolk’s SnOasis Sports Complex Gets Go-ahead

Posted on November 7th, 2008, Jean. Filed under Ski Holidays, Sports Holidays, Sustainable Tourism, 1 Comment

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Planning permission has been approved and Suffolk is set to be the home of the largest indoor ski slope in Europe - at 70m wide by 415m long (230’ x 1,365’), with a 100m (328’) vertical drop. The 300 acre SnOasis complex will also have a 100m beginners slope, snow-tubing, [...]

Snowboard and Freeski Fans - Ride Les Deux Alpes Ahead of the Crowds

Posted on October 24th, 2008, Jean. Filed under Europe, Ski Holidays, Travel News, No Comments

Les Deux Alpes glacier will host an early opening preview for the All Saints Holiday from 25 October to 2 November 2008. Riders will have the chance to check out the latest equipment from top brands such as Bolle and Black Diamond on the glacier for free. The resort’s official opening date is 29 November to 25 [...]

35th Metro Ski & Snowboard Show at Olympia October 22-26 2008

Posted on October 21st, 2008, Jean. Filed under Ski Holidays, Travel News, No Comments

This annual event runs this year from October 22-26 at the Olympia Exhibition Centre in London and is reputed to be the largest of its kind in Europe.
This year they have a larger and even more fantastic array of events. Top British and International riders will be competing and performing amazing tricks on the 40’ [...]