6th July 2023
Ski Parents Angry as Insurance Company Refuses to Pay Out
A Brighton school had to cancel an Easter ski trip to Italy because of delays at Dover last winter. No refunds have been able to be claimed.
James Cove
4th July 2023
PlanetSKI Visits St Jacob’s Cross as Our Summer Trip to the Tirol Continues
We popped in on our way from Kitzbuhel to Innsbruck. In Kitzbuhel we strode down the Streif as we hiked the Hahnenkamm. UPDATED
4th July 2023
Skiing in the USA on 4th July
Hundreds turned out to hit the slopes of two resorts in California over US Independence Day celebrations.
1st July 2023
July’s Summer Ski News
– Fancy Working for FIS?
– Polish Ski Mountaineer Makes Skiing History
– 73-Year Old Skier Dies in Thredbo
– World’s Oldest-Known Glacier Identified
– TV Doc on Gwyneth Paltrow Ski Collision Court Case…LIVE & UPDATED
1st July 2023
Ski Club of Great Britain Celebrates 120 Years
It all started in the Cafe Royal in London in 1903. The Club has held a Gala Dinner in the same venue to commemorate the occasion. We look back at the Club’s history.
29th June 2023
Jason Cobbold Appointed Chair of GB Snowsport
He works in the advertising industry and is an avid skier & keen marathon runner. He succeeds Rory Tapner.
27th June 2023
PlanetSKI Goes Hiking & E-Mountain Biking in the Tirol
We’re continuing our summer Tour of the Tirol in St Johann. We’ve been E-mountain biking & now we’re hiking. Summer in the Alps…UPDATED
27th June 2023
New Zealand Resorts Re-Open as Snow Returns
Some snow has fallen and resorts are re-opening. The NZ season started well but high temperatures and rain took their toll. It’s better in Australia, with South America looking good. UPDATED
23rd June 2023
PlanetSKI Goes Summer Skiing on a Glacier + Exploring 30m Deep Inside It
We’re making a few turns on the Hintertux glacier that’s open year round if conditions allow. We’re also going 30m inside the glacier exploring its caves & tunnels. It’s all part of our summer tour in the Tirol.
22nd June 2023
PlanetSKI Visits the Tirol in the Summer
We’re here for a spot of summer glacier skiing. Plus a whole load more – e-biking, walking, visiting underground glacier lakes, mountain karting, hiking the Hahnenkamm & a city break in Innsbruck. Read on to see what awaits us in the Tirol… UPDATED
19th June 2023
Winter Finally Starts in Australia but it’s Not So Good in New Zealand
It’s been a poor start to the season with some resorts unable to open. Those that did had precious little skiing on offer. Now snow is falling in Australia with more in the forecast. UPDATED
19th June 2023
Swiss Voters Back Cuts to Carbon to Tackle its Melting Glaciers
Voters in Switzerland have backed a new climate bill designed to cut the use of oil and gas. It aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
17th June 2023
Huge Rock Avalanche Hits Evacuated Swiss Village
Millions of cubic metres of rock have fallen. Some boulders landed just meters from buildings in Brienz but there was no extensive damage. The threat of further falls remains with villagers still not allowed home.
16th June 2023
Sweden 2030 Olympic Bid Gains Momentum
The Swedish Olympic Committee is set to continue looking at bidding for the 2030 Winter Olympics following positive results from a feasibility study. It is rapidly becoming the favourite after others loose interest.
15th June 2023
Mountain Summit Collapses in Austria
100,000 cubic metres of rock from the Fluchthorn mountain in the Tirol crashed down the mountain this week. Climate change seems to be to blame. NEW
15th June 2023
Swiss Set to Vote On New Climate Law
A referendum takes place this Sunday on whether to pursue zero carbon. With glaciers melting and the ski season threatened it is expected the country will go for being carbon neutral. NEW
15th June 2023
Luxury Ski Travel Market Resilient & Back to Pre-Covid Levels
A MTN survey conducted in partnership with the Ski Club of Great Britain shows the workings of the luxury ski market and how it compares to the rest of the market. We have the full survey and details.
14th June 2023
Snow Finally Falls in Australia
Resorts opened last weekend, the King’s Weekend, with some only offering magic carpets and beginner slopes. Others didn’t run any lifts at all. Now things are changing. NEW & UPDATED
14th June 2023
Crystal Ski Holidays Expands Ski Holidays for Beginners
It’s ‘Slope Starter’ packages mean people can now choose from Andorra and France in packages exclusively for beginners.
13th June 2023
Chamonix in the Summer
Chamonix has a real buzz in the summer and a completely different vibe than winter. You even see the occasional skier crossing the square returning from a high-altitude adventure.
12th June 2023
Colorado Predicts Record Number of Skiers Last Winter
It was a bumper year for snowfall and Colorado Ski Country reports skier visits increased nearly 8% over last year’s total. The final numbers are being crunched.
10th June 2023
Ski Season Underway in Australia & New Zealand
There is precious little snow in Australia as the season starts, with some resorts only able to open a few runs. Others can open none at all. It is looking better in New Zealand. NEW
9th June 2023
Snow Record & Size of Ski Area are Main Factors for UK Skiers
That’s the conclusion of a survey by Iglu Ski – the UK’s largest ski travel agency. It offers over 200 ski resorts across 18 countries and three continents. UPDATED
9th June 2023
Cairngorm Funicular to Close Every Tuesday for 8 Weeks
The funicular railway at Cairngorm Mountain will be closed on Tuesdays during the remainder of June and July while a series of ‘minor works’ is completed.
8th June 2023
Record-Breaking Number of Skiers in Utah Last Winter
It had the best snow ever recorded with visits up 22% on the previous record that was set a year earlier. PlanetSKI looks back at the season in Utah.
8th June 2023
Lack of Snow at Start of Australia Ski Season
The resorts were due to open this weekend, but the weather has not been kind. There has been a last minute dusting with at least 3 resorts offering limited skiing. Things are looking better in New Zealand with the first resort set to open on Saturday. UPDATED
6th June 2023
PlanetSKI turns into PlanetBOAT. Again.
Readers with a long memory will recall that in 2021 PlanetSKI didn’t get to the mountains due to Covid-19 restrictions. So, we did a few other outdoor activities in the UK including a 4-day boat trip on the Thames. We’ve just been back for more.
5th June 2023
Burton Confirms Details of Cyber Attack
Some sensitive customer information was “potentially” accessed or stolen last February. Burton Snowboards has revealed more details.
4th June 2023
FIS Announces 5-Year Strategic Plan
The International Ski & Snowboard Federation has published the strategic goals that it hopes will deliver value for all its stakeholders.
4th June 2023
Higher Than Average Swiss Avalanche Deaths Last Winter
21 people were killed by avalanches, the seasonal average is 17. It comes despite below average snowfall in Switzerland.
2nd June 2023
Austria State Not Responsible for Covid Spread in Ischgl
The Austria Supreme Court has ruled that the state is not responsible for the spreading of Covid-19 in the ski resort. Departing guests subsequently spread it across parts of Europe.
1st June 2023
The Southern Hemisphere’s Snowiest Ski Resorts
In the run up to the 2023 Southern Hemisphere winter, new data analysis has unveiled which ski resorts receive the most snowfall, based on historical data trends. UPDATED
31st May 2023
Avalanche Damage in Utah Canyon Revealed as Snow Melts
Little Cottonwood Canyon near Salt Lake City was hit hard by Utah’s record-setting 2022-2023 winter season. It has left behind smashed trees and destroyed buildings with a changed landscape.
30th May 2023
Four Dead in Boating Accident in Italian Alps
Two Italian intelligence agents and a retired Israeli security forces member were among four victims of a boating disaster. The 50-year-old Russian wife of the boat’s captain was the fourth victim.
29th May 2023
Finishing Touches to Cairngorm Funicular
Workers from Balfour Beatty are returning to Cairngorm Mountain this week to carry out final work on the funicular reinstatement project.
29th May 2023
Who Will Host the 2030 Winter Olympics?
Often there is a clear favourite but it is not so simple for the Olympics after next. Deferrals, scandal and late entrants are in the mix.
27th May 2023
More US Ski Areas Close but Some Remain Open
Six resorts are currently open with some planning to offer skiing into July and even August. UPDATED
25th May 2023
Plans for FIS Games Gather Pace
It would take place every 4 years and would be the biggest event of its kind outside the Winter Olympics. The International Ski & Snowboard Federation is already asking potential host areas to submit bids.
25th May 2023
Egypt Wins Best Event for World Snow Day
Ski Egypt is a first time World Snow Day host and staged a well-rounded event last season. It picked up a prize of CHF 10,000 – £8,940. NEW
25th May 2023
Hope for Two New Zealand Resorts Threatened with Closure
Whakapapa and Turoa ski resorts went into voluntary administration last season with debts of $45m. It seems that rescue deals are near to completion.
25th May 2023
Snowcamp’s 3 Valley Rally Confirmed for 2024
The inaugural event took place last season raising more than £325,000 for the snowsport charity. It is taking place April 13th – 16th 2024.
25th May 2023
FIS Appoints Sustainability Director
The International Ski & Snowboard Federation says that sustainability is central to the federation’s mission. The new director is Susanna Sieff. NEW
22nd May 2023
Further Snow Falls in Australia as the Season Approaches
There has been some snow and the cannons have been fired up as resorts plan to open early in June. Check out the latest from Down Under. UPDATED
15th May 2023
It’s Still Possible to Ski in Europe – Just
The year-round glacier resorts of Hintertux in Austria and Zermatt in Switzerland are open with a few others still offering some skiing and snowboarding. UPDATED
15th May 2023
PlanetSKI Hits the Road to Go Spring Skiing in California
There has been so much snow in the US state that some resorts have plentiful snow and have extended their closing dates. We have spent a few fabulous days in San Francisco and now it’s time to hit the slopes.
14th May 2023
World Cup Alpine Ski Season May be Pushed Back Due to Climate Change
Many of the early season events last season had to be cancelled as there wasn’t enough snow. There were calls at the time to make changes.
13th May 2023
PlanetSKI Rides the Cable Cars of San Francisco
We are in the city ahead of a Spring ski trip to Palisades Tahoe and Mammoth Mountain. We reckon any ski trip to this part of California deserves some time in one of the greatest cities in the USA.
11th May 2023
Tirol in the Summer
There’s hiking, biking, climbing, cultural activities, relaxing and much more. With something for families, adrenaline junkies and everyone in between. See what’s on offer in the summer in one of PlanetSKI’s favourite winter playgrounds.
10th May 2023
Winter Games NZ Secures Five-Year Funding Commitment
Winter Games NZ has secured a five-year funding commitment from New Zealand Major Events to support the event annually through to 2027.
10th May 2023
Swiss Village Evacuated due to Fear of Rockfall
It is feared 2-million cubic meters of rock could hit the village of Brienz. As the Alps becomes more unstable other areas are under threat. UPDATED
7th May 2023
What Does PlanetSKI Do In The Summer?
It is the question we are asked often at this time of year. We’re up to quite a few things – some to do with mountains, some not.
7th May 2023
Handful of Ski Resorts Still Open
99.9% of ski resorts in Europe are now shut but a few remain open with fresh snow falling. More are open in North America with PlanetSKI currently in California. UPDATED
5th May 2023
Skiing in Australia
The first snow is falling with resorts firing up their snow cannons. Winter Down Under is fast approaching. Check out the latest. UPDATED
1st May 2023
Summer Ski News
– Summer E-Bike Festival in Verbier
– New Ski Resorts Planned for Ukraine
– New Zealand Talks About A Winter Olympics Bid
– UK Airport Drop-Off Charges Soar
– 2022 Was Hottest Year On Record in Switzerland …LIVE & UPDATED
1st May 2023
Fatal Avalanche in Swiss Resort on its Last Weekend of the Season
Two skiers were hit by a wet snow avalanche in Samnaun. People still skiing are being urged to be cautious with ‘considerable’ avalanche risk in places as the snow melts and becomes unstable. NEW
1st May 2023
Where to Ski in May and Beyond
There are a handful of ski resorts still open in Europe, with more in North America. UPDATED
29th April 2023
Greenpeace and FIS Trade Blows Over Environmental Action
Greenpeace accuses the International Ski Federation of ‘greenwashing’ while FIS says tackling climate change is top of its agenda.
28th April 2023
LAAX Is Pessimistic About the Future of Snowsports Unless Climate Change is Reversed
The Swiss resort says that unless we can cut our carbon output “it’s unlikely that skiing in the alps will be able to continue long term.”
25th April 2023
Which Ski Resorts Are Still Open?
Quite a few places are open & April conditions are the best in recent years. UPDATED
24th April 2023
More Resorts in California Record Snowiest Season Ever
Palisades Tahoe has seen 18.03m, Heavenly Mountain Resort received 14.37m and Kirkwood Mountain Resort reached 17.78m. They are new records for all three resorts. PlanetSKI is heading to California next week.
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Urs Lehmann Resigns as CEO of FIS Ahead of Bitter Presidential Election
There has been a move by some of the major ski nations to oust the current FIS President Johan Eliasch.
Now Lehmann has stepped down after reported disagreements with Eliasch.
Urs Lehmann Resigns as CEO of FIS Ahead of Bitter Presidential Election - PlanetSKI
There has been a move by some of the major ski nations to the oust the current President Johan Eliasch. Now ...
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