7th December 2021
France has ruled out another lockdown or curfew for the time being despite the number of cases of Covid-19 in the country soaring. Some measures have been tightened. NEW
8th December 2021
The specialist operator has produced what it calls an ‘Easy Guide’ to help its guests steer a path through the rules while taking a ski holiday in France. NEW
8th December 2021
It follows the USA and others in not sending an official government delegation due to China’s alleged record on human rights. All GB athletes will be taking part.
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6th December 2021
The season of 2021/22 is getting off to a cracking start with storm after storm rolling through. The temperatures are cold too allowing the snow guns to be fired up at lower altitude. UPDATED
8th December 2021
Snow-Camp, the charity that helps inner-city youngsters get into snowsports, is running a big new fundraising event in Crans-Montana this winter. It’s looking for teams to enter. Fancy it? NEW
3rd December 2021
The multi resorts pass is on sale until Thursday 9th of December, and then that’s it. You’ll need to hurry if you think it is the pass for you… UPDATED
7th December 2021
There’s a packed programme of ski and snowboard competitions coming up with some of GB’s biggest names, including Dave Ryding, in action. NEW
5th December 2021
Eleven people were skiing off piste in Salzburgerland when the accident happened. Eight of them were caught in the slide. Two were injured. The authorities are urging caution after fresh snow falls on an unstable base. UPDATED
1st December 2021
– Snowmaking Starts at Beijing Alpine Venues
– Christmas is Coming
– Global Warming Closes World’s Highest Ski Resort
– World Cup Ski Racers Exempt from Swiss Quarantine… LIVE & UPDATED
6th December 2021
Switzerland sees more testing & mask wearing with Italy introducing its so-called ‘super green pass’. Cases of the omicron variant continue to grow across the ski nations of Europe as more ski resorts open and it’s hoped the measures will help skiing to continue as normally as possible.
2nd December 2021
A Covid Health Pass is needed and masks are mandatory in many settings. The measures have been introduced ‘in order to save the season’. It comes just as the slopes open for the winter with significant snow falling. UPDATED
21st October 2021
With the realistic prospect of post-pandemic skiing this winter many are looking to take a bucket list trip or ski somewhere entirely different. Perhaps Norway is worth a look. We think so.
23rd November 2021
The resort’s 5-month season started last weekend and PlanetSKI was there to enjoy it. We look back at the weekend and forward to the season ahead in the highest resort in the Alps.
10th November 2021
Hell Yeah! The Ikon Pass covers many fabulous resorts in the USA and Canada and so with a single pass you can ski dozens of resorts. PlanetSKI reports from experience on the possibilities and what road trips are all about.
17th November 2021
The UK’s largest ski operator has created a special information hub to help people navigate through all the details about getting to the slopes with all the various Covid-19 rules and regulations.
4th November 2021
World attention is on the COP26 summit and how we can tackle the climate situation. Skiers wanting to head to France are being advised that train travel is perhaps better for the planet.
28th October 2021
It is usually the first resort to open its full area in France and often the last one to close. The highest resort in the Alps has a wealth on offer for this coming season in the post-pandemic ski world.
28th October 2021
The iconic US resort is due to open at the end of November in time for the Thanksgiving Weekend. Things are looking pretty good with the first snow already falling. Time for a bucket list ski trip across The Pond?
3rd November 2021
The Ikon Pass expands further into Europe with the addition of Dolomiti Superski in Italy and Kitzbühel in Austria for Winter 21/22. Time is running out to buy the pass that gives access to 47 ski areas across 9 countries and 5 continents.
31st October 2021
Skiing starts at 800m and heads up to 3,600m. The spectacular mountain resorts and the people of Isère in France are waiting to share their region with visitors again. Much of its skiing is perhaps not familiar to UK visitors – yet.
26th November 2021
Inghams has recently launched its Covid-19 Online Hub to guide customers through the various and complex rules. Here it looks at the situation in Switzerland.
22nd November 2021
The Austria Province which is home to some of the major ski resorts in Austria has provided PlanetSKI with the answers to some of its Frequently Asked Questions to keep people informed. NEW
UK Joins Diplomatic Boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics
It follows the USA and others in not sending an official government delegation due to China’s alleged record on human rights.
All GB athletes will be taking part.
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It follows the USA and others in not sending an official government delegation due to China’s alleged record on human rights. All GB athletes will be taking part. Austria Announces Rules After Lockdown Ends on Sunday
The end of the national lockdown is welcome news for skiers, snowboarders and the ski industry.
However some restrictions will remain in place with the nine provinces deciding their own rules in what will be a complex situation.
planetski.eu/2021/12/07/austria-to-end-nationwide-lockdown-this-weekend-as-cases-fall-sharply/
#covid19ski #covid19Austria #omicron #covid19
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It will be welcome news for skiers & snowboarders as many resorts aim to open and it is hoped Xmas can be saved after the early and swift move by the Austrian authorities. Further details are to be re...Geoff Spencer-Tucker 🤞for 5 weeks time!
Fancy a bit of ski racing, orienteering, biathlon, snow-shoeing and more? It's all in a good cause and it's happening in Crans-Montana in February ⤵
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VIP SKI Offers Covid Guide For Getting To and From France
The specialist operator has produced what it calls an ‘Easy Guide’ to help its guests steer a path through the rules while taking a ski holiday in France.
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#covid19France #covid19ski VIP SKI #VIPSKI
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The specialist operator has produced what it calls an ‘Easy Guide’ to help its guests steer a path through the rules.No guidance on the return to Switzerland from France though? Is there a new source with entry requirments? Swiss FOPH advises a PCR test from within 72 hours before boarding a flight or bus into Switzerland. There are no exceptions listed for France. The exception listed for transit is for those not leaving the airport. The exception for 4-7 day testing is relevant for transiting passengers without a stopover in Switzerland
A lot of confusion still over transit in and out of GVA, it's clear now it's a PCR but many people are still under the impression is an antigen.
I would say that maybe VIP Ski could pay back the money from all the deposits it took before going under….
Not sure this info regarding France is right, gov.uk says self administered tests not acceptable. I purchased a self test but inghams say no good have to book a test at a proper centre?
Very useful info. 👍
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PlanetSKI’s ‘Skiing Snippets’…
- Snowmaking Starts at Beijing Alpine Venues
See here for further details:
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December's Skiing Snippets - See What Catches our Eye in the World of Snowsports... - PlanetSKI
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December's Skiing Snippets - See What Catches our Eye in the World of Snowsports...15th November 2021
It advises on the resort best for families, best for foodies, best for snowboarders, best for luxury and best for spring skiing. NEW
6th October 2021
The UK’s largest ski tour operator has a simple message for next winter – REMEMBER THE FEELING: LET’S GET BACK TO THE MOUNTAINS. Who are we to disagree?
26th September 2021
Covid-19 and Brexit have turned traditional chalet holidays upside down. So Ski France has come up with a new concept, Contactless Catered Chalets, ready for the 2021/22 ski season.
26th September 2021
Western Europe’s other mountain range is often overlooked, but it has some fabulous skiing and snowboarding in France, Andorra and Spain. We look at what the region offers with the specialist, Absolutely Snow.
19th October 2021
The Tirol in Austria has around 80 ski resorts and 3,000 kilometres of pistes and is a firm favourite for families. We asked the Tirol Tourist Office to recommend its Top Five. NEW
21st September 2021
The Austrian ski area has 80 ski resorts with more than 3,000 kms of pistes. There’s fabulous skiing & snowboarding, delicious cuisine, and stunning scenery. See what’s new for this coming winter.
31st October 2021
In SalzburgerLand resorts have taken advantage of the pandemic pause to invest in improved ski facilities, plus launch new and refurbished hotels.
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