Snowboarding in Italy – Bad News and New Ski Laws

Ski Laws – Italy

Skiing This Season? Book Soon to Avoid Disappointment

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…

Unexpected Early Opening for Many European Ski Resorts

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…

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

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…

Ski Insurance – Can You Afford Not to Have It?

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…

More Travel Chaos as French Rail Workers Walk Out Tomorrow

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. …

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

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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…

Suffolk’s SnOasis Sports Complex Gets Go-ahead

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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…

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

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…

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

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…