29th November 2022
PlanetSKI is Back On Snow!
PlanetSKI is in the Tirol to start our season. Five resorts in a week. Next stop – Gurgl … UPDATED
LATEST NEWS
30th November 2022
Swathe of Ski Resorts Set to Open with Others Offering More Terrain
Avoriaz, Courchevel & St Anton are some of the big names opening this weekend. More terrain is on offer elsewhere. UPDATED
1st December 2022
December’s Ski News In Brief – Live & Updated
– Inghams Take Gold at British Travel Awards
– Lionel Messi Compared to Ski Legend Alberto Tomba
– George Ezra Kicks Off Spring Concerts in Ischgl
– Jackson Hole Tram Opens this Weekend
– FIS Snowboard Cross World Cup Season Set to Kick Off…NEW
1st December 2022
Sustainable Ski Holidays in the Tirol
From public transport to environmentally friendly accommodation, regional produce to winter activities with a small carbon footprint – the Tirol claims to have plenty of options for skiers keen to enjoy the Austrian Alps while at the same time helping protect the planet. NEW
28th November 2022
PlanetSKI Gear Reviews: Winter 22/23
In the first of a sporadic series of gear reviews over the winter our gear editor Alf Alderson checks out a few skiing essentials. NEW
28th November 2022
Alteration to Avalanche Warnings in Switzerland
Starting this winter, the SLF is enhancing the precision of its reporting by subdividing the danger level in its avalanche bulletins. It will indicate whether the danger is towards the bottom end, in the middle or towards the uppermost end of the reported level.
1st December 2022
One Week Left to Purchase Ikon Pass
Thursday, December 8th, 2022 is the last day to purchase 22/23 Ikon Pass products – Ikon Pass, Ikon Base Pass and Ikon Session Pass. NEW
28th November 2022
Travel by Train To Morzine & Save Money in Resort
Skiers and snowboarders opting for a low-carbon ski holiday to Morzine, in the French Alps, can save money when choosing to travel to resort by train thanks to the AlpinExpress Pass.
26th November 2022
US Ski Resorts Open + More Snow in Canada
The Thanksgiving Holiday weekend in the USA has seen a multitude of ski resorts open for the season. Some have the best early season conditions in years. UPDATED
25th November 2022
Snow Sculptures Back in Ischgl this Winter
The slopes of Ischgl in the Austrian Tirol will see the 29th anniversary of the resort’s Shapes in White exhibition.
14th November 2022
Xmas Treats in the Tirol
Tirol’s villages, towns & ski resorts are famous for their traditional customs and celebrations, plus a home for museums & other cultural attractions. This is perhaps never truer than during the Christmas period.
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25th November 2022
The Ski Season of 2022/23 Starts
Around 40 resorts in the Alps are offering some skiing, with dozens now open in North America. UPDATED
21st November 2022
Obergurgl Celebrates its Season-Opening
The resorts of Obergurgl and Hochgurgl in the Tirol have opened for the season. PlanetSKI was amoung the lucky ones making their first turns of the winter.
21st November 2022
Alpine Fleet – the New Transfer Service from Geneva
Airport transfers to the Alps have often involved either costly private transfers or cheaper but less flexible and far longer, shared bus transfers. Alpine Fleet plans to shake things up.
25th November 2022
Absolutely Snow – The One Stop Holiday Shop
Are you stuck in a rut when it comes to ski holidays, lacking inspiration for which country and which kind of accommodation to choose? Absolutely Snow claims it can help. NEW
10th November 2022
Les3Vallees: What’s New for Next Season
It’s the largest linked ski area in the world with 600kms of ski runs. It never rests on its laurels and has a host of new developments for the winter of 2022/23. We look at all the improvements.
8th November 2022
Val Thorens Unveils What’s New for Next Winter
The highest resort in France is due to open for winter on November 19th. PlanetSKI will be there as the first lifts turn. Here we look at what’s new in the resort for coming season.
3rd November 2022
Flexiski Re-Launches for 2022-23 Winter Season
The short break and flexible ski specialist is offering new destinations for the coming season. It has re-launched following its change of ownership during the 2021-22 season.
23rd October 2022
Skiing in Norway
The Scandinavian country is seeing an increasing number of British skiers. It offers a somewhat different winter experience. We look at what the country offers with Norway – Home of Skiing. There’s the skiing, and then the rest…
17th November 2022
Fancy a More Affordable Base for the 2023 Alpine World Champions?
They take place in Meribel & Courchevel next February. The neighbouring resorts of Les Menuires and Saint Martin de Belleville are stressing their advantages.
15th December 2021
When Should You Change Your Ski Boots?
Any keen skier should own their own boots. Many prefer to hire skis rather than own them, but your own boots are a definite requirement in our opinion at PlanetSKI. But when is it time to change them and where to go?
Another day, another ski resort.
Well, two to be precise – #Obergurgl and #Hochgurgl.
Though they now claim to be one - #Gurgl
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Find your perfect 3 to 6-night ski deal with flights, transfers and accommodation included.23rd October 2022
Crystal Ski Holidays’ Guides for Beginners and Families Launched
The UK’s largest ski tour operator is offering advice for beginners and families. If this describes you then you may want to take a look at advice from the experts.
12th October 2022
Park City, Utah: One of the Great US Ski Towns
It is a favourite of ours at PlanetSKI. It gives access to some of the best ski resorts in Utah and has an atmosphere all of its own. We look back at some of PlanetSKI’s past visits.
20th September 2022
See What’s New in Morzine For the Coming Season
The French resort that is situated in the heart of the Portes du Soleil is a firm favourite with British skiers and snowboarders. Check out what is on offer for next season.
26th October 2022
Val Gardena Unveils its Wares for Winter 2022/23
Val Gardena lies in the heart of the Italian Dolomites, where dramatic scenery provides a wonderful winter holiday, set within a UNESCO World Heritage Site. NEW
20th October 2022
Thinking of Skiing in Austria This Coming Winter?
We have asked the Austrian National Tourist Office to tells us about its attractions – new and old.
3rd November 2022
Crystal Ski Holidays Heads to Japan
The UK’s largest ski operator has unveiled Japan as a new destination, with holidays this winter to the resort of Niseko from December 10th to April 2nd.
15th November 2022
Maison Sport Goes for Growth
The independent ski and snowboard instructor provider is partnering with a number of providers in the UK and across the world. It says this will enhance the booking experience and drive growth.
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