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5th February 2024

French Farmers Lift Blockades

The French government has made concessions and the threatened travel disruption that may have affected ski resorts this weekend has eased. UPDATED

5th February 2024

Inghams Is Up For Sale

The UK ski operator is owned by the Swiss company Hotelplan that is in turn owned by the supermarket chain Migros. Migros has decided to sell Hotelplan and all its travel businesses. UPDATED

5th February 2024

Powder White Ceases Trading

The ski agent had been operating for more than 20 years. It blames a combination of Brexit, Covid and the cost-of-living crisis. It is feared more ski businesses may follow. NEW

4th February 2024

Crystal Ski Holidays Partners with Protect Our Winters UK

Crystal Ski Holidays has teamed up with outdoor sports focused climate advocates, Protect Our Winters UK, to enable the expansion of POW UK’s education programme.

4th February 2024

PlanetSKI Snow Report

Temperatures are dropping in the Alps with some limited snowfall on the way. UPDATED

4th February 2024

GB Wins Another Gold on Snow

Charlotte Bankes took top spot in the World Cup snowboard cross in Gudairi, Georgia. It is the latest success for GB winter athletes. UPDATED

1st February 2024

French Farmer Travel Disruption May Impact Ski Resorts

There has already been some disruption as the farmers have blocked roads with tractors. More is set to come.

1st February 2024

– Boss des Bosses returns to Verbier
– Record Numbers for Swiss Hotels & Mountain Huts
– Snowboarder In Utah Has Shotgun Pulled on Him
– High Number of People Caught in Avalanches in Colorado
– Registration is Open for L3V Enduro..LIVE

30th January 2024

83% Would Cut Back to Fund Ski Trip

That’s the finding from Ski Tour Operator, Sunweb, who surveyed 2,000 skiers to discover what Brits would give up to ensure they can afford a ski trip.

30th January 2024

Crystal Ski Pleased with Offering 13 New Resorts this Winter

Crystal Ski Holidays, the UK’s leading ski tour operator, has been offering customers wider choice and more flexibility with 13 new resort destinations this winter on sale across France, Italy, Austria, Finland, Norway, Japan, and the USA. NEW

30th January 2024

Skiers Leaving Toxic Chemicals from Ski Wax on Slopes

New research claims skiers are leaving toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” behind on ski slopes. It found 14 different types of the chemical, commonly used in ski wax, in soils in areas in the Austrian Alps.

29th January 2024

PlanetSKI is Skiing & Sightseeing in Turkey

We’re on a City & Ski break to Turkey. We’ve hit the slopes of Kartalkaya, now we’re in Istanbul. UPDATED

28th January 2024

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

Warm weather and blue sky are dominating in the Alps with it set to continue. PlanetSKI is currently in Turkey where things are rather different – it’s cold and snowy. UPDATED

26th January 2024

GB Wins Gold & Silver at X Games

Mia Brookes wins snowboard slopestyle at X Games with a silver from Zoe Atkin. There are currently huge GB results across many snowsport disciplines in what is turning into a bit of a golden era.

26th January 2024

FWT Moves Opening Event from Spain to Switzerland

The first competition of the Freeride World Tour was due to be held in Baquiera Beret this weekend, but it now it’s taken place in Verbier where conditions are better. UPDATED

25th January 2024

Fourth Avalanche Death in USA as Heavy Snow Continues to Fall

The latest accident happened in Colorado as a 67-year old snowboarder was caught. Snow levels are getting back on track in North America after a poor start to the season.

25th January 2024

Another Gold for Team GB at Youth Olympic Games

Zak Carrick-Smith has done it again. The 16-year old wins the slalom to add to his medal haul and now has 2 golds & 1 silver. UPDATED

24th January 2024

French-Italian Ski Area Offers Discounts for People Arriving by Train

Vialattea (The Milky Way) has teamed up with the Italian train operator Trenitalia and will offer people 25% off their lift pass if they arrive by train. It aims to encourage sustainable ski travel.

24th January 2024

Alpine Glaciers Predicted to Shrink 50% by 2050

It is the latest stark warning on the melting of the glaciers and comes in a new Franco-Swiss study.

24th January 2024

Maison Sport Launches New You Tube Channel

Leading ski and snowboard instructor booking platform Maison Sport has launched a new YouTube channel. It features top tips, ‘how to’ videos and much more.

23rd January 2024

Heliski Crash in Canada Leaves 3 Europeans Dead & 4 Critical

The accident happened to the north of Terrace in British Columbia. An investigation is underway. UPDATED

22nd January 2024

GB Wins Another Medal at Youth Olympic Games

16-year old Zak Carrick-Smith has added a silver medal to the gold he won in the men’s combined race at the Gangwon 2024 Youth Olympic Games in South Korea. UPDATED

21st January 2024

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

The weather is settled across the Alps after a dusting of snow in places. The situation remains disappointing in the Pyrenees but there is still some decent piste skiing to be had. UPDATED

20th January 2024

GB Slalom Racers Dazzle at Kitzbuehel

GB’s greatest skier, Dave Ryding, came 5th in Kitzbuehel. Billy Major and Laurie Taylor were 13th & 19th respectively – both personal bests. UPDATED

20th January 2024

Andorra’s Other Ski Areas

The majority of UK skiers head to the main resorts of the Grandvalira – Soldeu, El Tartar and Pas de La Casa. But there are others – Arinsal, Pal and Arcalis.

20th January 2024

World Snow Day Takes Place

The 13th edition of World Snow Day, run by the International Ski & Snowboard Federation, is being celebrated around the world. UPDATED

18th January 2024

Third Fatal Avalanche in USA as Huge Snowfall Continues

The latest death was in Wyoming and follows fatalities in California and Idaho. After a poor start for snow this winter the situation is changing in North America. UPDATED

18th January 2024

Forget ‘Artificial’ Intelligence, Lets Go for ‘Authentic’ Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence may be set to takeover our lives but Austrian Ski Instructors are going for something else – Chat SKiPT.

17th January 2024

FIS Unveils Its Sustainability Plan

The International Ski and Snowboard Federation has announced a sustainability action plan. It says it will guide the organisation and its key stakeholders through global sustainability challenges.

16th January 2024

Crystal Ski Adds New Manchester Charter Flight to Norway

This season one from Gatwick was launched, next season one flies from Manchester. More & more UK skiers are looking at Norway as a ski destination.

15th January 2024

The Mid-January PlanetSKI Snow Report

Storm clouds have rolled in to parts of the Alps with some snow but also rain. In the Pyrenees it has warmed up with some decent piste conditions. UPDATED

14th January 2024

Spring Events in Val Gardena

Val Gardena in the Dolomites in Italy is offering a range of activities & events that include dressing up + ski racing for adults and children.

14th January 2024

There’s More to Skiing in Andorra Than Meets the Eye

Those that have skied recently in Andorra will know what it offers. Those that haven’t may have a slightly wrong view of the ski area in the Pyrenees.

12th January 2024

What is Verbier Doing on Sustainability?

PlanetSKI reports from Verbier as it strives to tackle sustainability. Both via efforts by the resort and small businesses within the commune itself. UPDATED

12th January 2024

Intersport in Austria

Intersport has 165 outlets in Austria in most of the major resorts, and a host of less-known ones. PlanetSKI tests the service as we offer readers a guaranteed online discount.

11th January 2024

Skiing in Andorra Unaffected by Post-Brexit Border Rules

It is possible to ski for as long as you want per season in Andorra. All the other ski nations in Europe are in EU or Schengen so Brits can only spend 90 days out of 180 within their borders.

10th January 2024

Scotland Snow Report

We have heard much recently about the conditions in the Alps and the Pyrenees, but what about closer to home in Scotland? Our reporting team of Rod and Dianne Frazer update us.

10th January 2024

Investigation into Gondola Accident in Austria

Four members of a Danish family have been seriously hurt in the accident in the Hochoetz ski resort in the Tirol. An investigation is underway.

8th January 2024

Morzine-Avoriaz Encourages Train Travel with Practical Incentives

It is offering the AlpinExpress Pass to those that take a train which offers a series of discounts on lift, passes, ski hire & lessons + much else besides.

8th January 2024

A Cautionary Tale About Snow Chains

We have just driven up to Andorra from France in some ferocious weather conditions. Preparation, practice and patience with snow chains is what it is all about. It reminded us of an earlier experience this winter. UPDATED

8th January 2024

SunGod’s Latest Goggles

In our series that looks at ski and snowboarding gear we put SunGod’s new Ullrs™ through their paces out on the slopes.

7th January 2024

PlanetSKI Hits the Pyrenees

We’re in Europe’s other main mountain range for most of January – skiing the French Pyrenees, Andorra and then the Spanish Pyrenees. First stop was Ax-3-Domaines in France, now we’re in Andorra. UPDATE

7th January 2024

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

Winter has returned to the Alps, the Pyrenees, Scandinavia and even North America. UPDATED

4th January 2024

Freezing Weather Hits Scandinavia

A mother and child died in an avalanche in Finland with the other Nordic countries gripped by an Arctic blast.

4th January 2024

Is Apres Ski on the Decline?

A new survey claims 9 out of 10 British skiers and snowboarders no longer enjoy apres as much as they used to. Pardon? UPDATED

4th January 2024

Snowboarder Dies After Hitting Protective Mat Round Snow Cannon

The accident happened in Flims-Laxx in Switzerland. An investigation is underway. UPDATED

3rd January 2024

PlanetSKI Offers Discounted Ski Resort Transfers with Ski-Lifts

Looking for a cheap and good value ski resort transfer service that goes to most of the main ski resorts?

3rd January 2024

Ski Club GB Offers More Resorts With Its Freshtracks Holidays

The Ski Club of Great Britain has launched its new Freshtracks holiday programme with a number of new destinations, courses and chalets across the Alps, North America and Japan.

3rd January 2024

Crystal Ski Holidays Offers ‘Summit Collection’ Label

Summit Collection is a selection of premium ski accommodation across France, Italy, Austria, Andorra, and Canada.

2nd January 2024

Courchevel: A Culinary Treasure Trove

The French ski resort is focusing on its culinary offerings with a whole host of new additions that it hopes will delight its visitors.

2nd January 2024

PlanetSKI Offers HUGE Discounts with Pierre & Vacances

Fancy great value self-catering accommodation in the French Alps? Or some good value ski hotels in France?

2nd January 2024

FIS Marks its Centenary

FIS launched a campaign to mark its 100-year anniversary, celebrating all those who have contributed to the success of the federation and to the snow sports community.

2nd January 2024

Non-Skiing Activities in Morzine-Avoriaz

There are the usual offerings of snow shoeing, ice skating & tobogganing. Morzine & Avoriaz are also hosting walking with eagles, laser biathlon, new Avo Karts, and skijoring.

2nd January 2024

Poor Start to Winter Continues in North America

Both Canada and the USA have seen below average natural snowfall. Resorts are doing their best in some difficult circumstances.

2nd January 2024

New Snow Goggle Concept from Panda Optics

It’s new for 2024: the Dual Vision goggle by UK based, Panda Optics, is claimed to be a revolutionary new relationship between frame and lens. PlanetSKI puts it through its paces out on the slopes.

2nd January 2024

Japan Earthquake Felt in Ski Resorts

Buildings shook, sirens went off and alerts were issued in some resorts near the epicentre. The authorities feared avalanches might be triggered. UPDATED

1st January 2024

VIP SKI Offers Next Season Holidays for This Winter’s Prices

VIP SKI is offering this season’s customers the chance to reserve spots for the 2024/25 season at 2023/24 season prices.

1st January 2024

The PlanetSKI Snow Report

Heavy snow is falling in the Alps & the Pyrenees as the temperatures drop. UPDATED

1st January 2024

Ski News in Brief

– Go Katie!
– New air route to Verona for next winter
– Woman trapped in gondola overnight
– Mikaela Shiffrin airlifted to hospital after crash
– Milan-Cortina Olympics Could get its Own Sliding Centre … LIVE

31st December 2023