24th November 2021
France Extends Pass Sanitaire Requirement to Ski Lifts
It is no great surprise and it brings France into line with Austria and Italy. There have been further changes to mask wearing rules with more requirements. UPDATED
Resort News
24th November 2021
Jackson Hole Prepares to Open
The iconic US resort that is a firm favourite of PlanetSKI is firing up its lifts in time for Thanksgiving Day on Thursday. Here we look at the resort and what the season may hold in store. NEW
22nd November 2021
Bavaria Cancels Xmas Markets
Ski resorts in the German alpine state were preparing to open in the next few weeks and are watching developments closely as Covid-19 spreads. The government says by the end of this winter everyone in Germany will either be ‘vaccinated, recovered or dead’.NEW
21st November 2021
Austria Goes into Lockdown but Skiing Can Continue
Two more resorts have re-opened as others consider their position. Skiing has been classed as a ‘recreation outdoor’ activity but many resorts have chosen to remain closed. They are planning to open on December 13th after lockdown is lifted. UPDATED
16th November 2021
Ischgl Cancels Traditional Opening Concert as Covid Cases in Austria Soar
New rules have come into place across Austria this week with unvaccinated people ordered into lockdown. Ischgl will open for skiing as planned at the end of November but the concert is off.
15th November 2021
Ikon Pass Suggests Five US Resorts
It advises on the resort best for families, best for foodies, best for snowboarders, best for luxury and best for spring skiing. NEW
12th November 2021
More Ski Resorts Open in Europe and North America
Verbier in Switzerland and Hochgurgl in Austria opened last weekend. In North America Vail & Breckenridge in the USA have opened some slopes with three resorts around Banff in Canada also now open. Check out the opening day videos…UPDATED
1st November 2021
Fancy Some Free Ski Lessons?
Chamonix in France is offering two to six day free group ski lessons. They are on offer from January 1st 2022 except for the February school holidays.
31st October 2021
The Isère Region Looks Forward to Winter
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.
31st October 2021
What’s New in SalzburgerLand in Austria for This Season
In SalzburgerLand resorts have taken advantage of the pandemic pause to invest in improved ski facilities, plus launch new and refurbished hotels.
28th October 2021
How About Heading to Jackson Hole this Winter?
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?
28th October 2021
Val Thorens Looks Forward to Winter
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.
27th October 2021
US Ski Areas Open Weeks Early After Heavy Snow in California
Three resorts in California have fired up some lifts after more than half a metre has fallen. There has been snowfall across some other ski states with another resort in Colorado opening at the weekend. UPDATED
21st October 2021
Time to Ski in Norway?
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.
18th October 2021
More Ski Resorts Now Open in the Alps
More resorts opened in Austria and Switzerland at the weekend. 19 resorts in the Alps are now offering some skiing and snowboarding. The start of the ski season of 2021/22 continues. UPDATED
14th October 2021
Austria Assures for Next Season
It is stressing its Covid-19 precautions, the attractions of its snow and mountain regions plus the additional extras offered by a ski holiday in the Austrian Alps. It is all part of a multi-million euro marketing campaign, ‘Winter Love’. UPDATED
13th October 2021
Tignes is First Resort to Open in France
Skiing and snowboarding have started in Tignes. In Italy Cervinia has also begun its winter season this weekend with more resorts opening in Austria. 14 resorts in the Alps have some glacier slopes open with skiing starting in the USA too. UPDATED
11th October 2021
First Resorts in USA Open
Wolf Creek is first out of the blocks and opened on Saturday 16th. On Sunday Arapahoe Basin followed suit. Loveland and Keystone in Colorado have also been snow making but say they will open later in the month. UPDATED
6th October 2021
Nevis Range Improvements Begin
Work on the 4m project has begun at the Scottish resort. It hopes to secure its future for generations to come.
4th October 2021
Ski Season in Australia Comes to an End
The strangest of seasons Down Under finishes. Most will prefer to forget it, with the bans on international visitors & lockdowns due to Covid-19. A few lucky ones were able to make some final turns with thoughts now on 2022.
2nd October 2021
New for the 2021/22 Ski Season
Do you want to find all the news for the approaching season in one place? If so then look no further than our new section on PlanetSKI. In a post-pandemic season it is perhaps even more important to keep across all the news.
2nd October 2021
Morzine Avoriaz: Reasons to visit this winter
Good skiing and snowboarding is a given in the French resort in the Portes du Soleil that is a firm favourite with UK skiers. See the full details of what’s on offer this winter from the resort’s tourist office.
28th September 2021
Another Glacier Resort Opens in Austria
Kaunertaler has opened some slopes and joins Hintertux, Soelden and Piztal in the Tirol that have already fired up their lifts. Winter is coming folks! UPDATED
26th September 2021
USA Ski Resorts Consider Staff Vaccination Policy
President Biden has ordered all private companies, including ski resorts, with more than 100 employees to make vaccinations compulsory. Those who refuse will need to be tested each week. It comes as ski resorts release details of their Covid-19 rules.
26th September 2021
Where to ski next winter: The Pyrenees
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.
23rd September 2021
Italy Ski Resorts Set to Open Next month with Limits on Lift Capacity
A decree has been signed looking forward to ski resorts operating from 15th October with an 80% capacity in cable cars and gondolas. Other rules will also be in place. It is the first ski nation to give a clear indication of what things may look like next season.
21st September 2021
Compulsory Health Passes Likely for French Ski Resorts Next Winter
The government is encouraging the introduction of passes for ski holidays in France this winter. Other ski nations in Europe have restrictions already operating or planned for the winter. UPDATED
21st September 2021
New for the Tirol Next Season
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.
14th September 2021
Squaw Valley Ski Resort Renamed ‘Palisades Tahoe’
The California ski resort has changed its name after the term ‘squaw’ was widely seen as derogatory. It was described as racist and sexist. NEW
9th September 2021
Works Starts on Ptarmigan building at Cairngorm
The building at the top of the Scottish ski resort includes the UK’s highest restaurant, as well as a shop, exhibition space and viewing platforms. It has been closed to the public since the funicular was taken out of service in 2018.
9th September 2021
Victoria Ski Areas in Australia Re-open
The Victorian Government has announced that the lockdown will lift in regional Victoria, and the ski areas are able to open from Friday 10 September. Resorts in New South Wales remain closed.
7th September 2021
Ski Resorts in Europe Start to Announce Opening Dates
The glacier ones are the first to open this month and then into October. A handful of resorts open in November with the vast majority then starting in December. We also look at the entry requirements in these Covid-19 times. UPDATED
6th September 2021
New Zealand Ski Resorts Re-open as Covid Restrictions Ease
All the ski resorts are now able to reopen as the lockdown is eased. Hundreds of skiers and snowboarders were out on the slopes making the most of decent Spring snow conditions. UPDATED
2nd September 2021
Two Major European Ski Areas Join Ikon Pass
Dolomiti Superski in Italy and Kitzbühel in Austria join Zermatt in Switzerland on the pass offered by the US company, Alterra. It offers people 21 days in the Alps for the coming winter.
31st August 2021
US Resorts Announce Opening Dates
The two main resort operators, Alterra and Vail Resorts, have announced when their lifts start spinning for the 2021/22 season. Many UK skiers and snowboarders are looking across the pond as they plan a bucket-list ski trip as the pandemic begins to be brought under some sort of control. Fingers crossed. UPDATED
26th August 2021
Cairngorm Funicular Out of Action this Winter
Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has announced another delay to the repair works. It will come as a blow to the Scottish resort and those that ski and snowboard there.
22nd August 2021
Patagonia Boycotts Jackson Hole over Right-Wing Fundraiser
The outdoor clothing company has pulled its products from shops in the Wyoming resort after the resort’s co-owner hosted a fundraiser for the ‘House Freedom Caucus’.
18th August 2021
Sustainability Award for Morzine-Avoriaz Ski Resorts
The Flocon Vert sustainability label is awarded by the European organisation, Mountain Riders. It recognises destinations that demonstrate a commitment to a sustainable development policy. UPDATED
15th August 2021
Backcountry Ski Gate in Park City Closed for Good After Avalanche Deaths
Two people died in an area last winter and now an access gate has been closed indefinitely. The area is just outside the boundaries of the resort in Utah, USA, but can still be reached by experts.
28th July 2021
Mixed Picture for Australian Ski Resorts
Ski Resorts in Victoria are set to welcome back skiers and snowboarders but Covid-19 travel restrictions remain in New South Wales. NEW
15th July 2021
Scotland’s Nevis Range Becomes Accredited Living Wage Employer
Living Wage is an independently set hourly rate, calculated to ensure a decent standard of living can be achieved by an individual.
6th July 2021
How Much Do You Know About Serre Chevalier?
The French resort has issued this summer’s news and information to the press as a quiz. It may be currently difficult to travel there but it is still possible to find out about what’s on offer.
6th July 2021
South American Ski Resorts Open
For the first time in two years, skiers and snowboarders have been able to hit the slopes in Chile as ski areas open with strict Covid-19 rules in place. Resorts in Argentina are also starting up. UPDATED
29th June 2021
Pandemic Disrupts Ski Season Down Under
Ski areas in Australia and New Zealand are being hit by the effects of Covid-19 for a second winter. The wider Sydney region has gone into full lockdown for two weeks, putting the local New South Wales resorts out of bounds for residents. And New Zealand has paused its quarantine-free travel bubble with Oz. UPDATED
12th June 2021
Resorts in Australia Open for the Season With Bumper Snow Conditions
It is one of the best starts to the season in recent years in Australia with resorts opening across New South Wales and Victoria. There are some limits on people’s movement in Victoria due to Covid-19, but resorts are opening. In New Zealand the season has kicked off too.
7th June 2021
25-Year Masterplan for Cairngorm
The landowners of the Cairngorm Mountain ski area have published their long-term masterplan to turn the whole 3,500-acre estate into a ‘world-class mountain environment’.
4th June 2021
Skiing Starts Across Australia With New Zealand Open Too
Mt Hutt in New Zealand opens on Friday with resorts in Australia firing up lifts on Saturday. However the ski state of Victoria in Australia is extending its lockdown to control the latest Covid-19 outbreak. Australia has see significant snow fall. UPDATED
25th May 2021
Roll Out of Indoor Snow Centres Planned for USA
The company Alpine-X has ambitious plans as it reveals a flagship venue in Washington DC. There are plans for 20 more, but will the US learn to fall in love with skiing and snowboarding indoors?
21st May 2021
Summer Skiing in the Alps Steps Up A Gear
A few resorts are firing up their lifts this weekend, some for the first time in more than a year. Unusually wintry weather for late spring looks like providing some excellent skiing and snowboarding.
13th May 2021
Kaunertal Glacier Opens for Skiing
The Austrian ski area joins three others in the Tirol that are currently open for spring skiing and snowboarding.
12th April 2021
How to Save Money On Next Winter’s Ski Trip
The latest Ski Resort Report produced by the Post Office and Crystal Ski Holidays says skiers and snowboarders can halve their holiday costs next season by choosing carefully.
11th April 2021
Was Switzerland Right to Keep its Ski Resorts Open?
Switzerland took the controversial decision not to close its ski resorts back in December as other alpine nations shut theirs. It is now the final week of this very different season in the major resorts. We report in-depth from the Valais in Switzerland on how winter unfolded in this exclusive report.
31st March 2021
Canada Ski Resorts Closing Early Due to Covid-19 Surge
Whistler and now Revelstoke have closed with immediate effect. Big White follows suit on Monday blaming increased interest in lift tickets, plus an apres ski party that breached Covid-19 rules.
29th March 2021
Hopes Fade For Skiing In Scotland
Scottish Government rules mean the earliest the nation’s mountain resorts can open is 26th April, but rain and mild temperatures are threatening what has been an exceptional snowpack this winter.
24th March 2021
Marmot Basin in Canada Opens New Terrain
It is the epitome of high alpine riding – steep, snow-filled, treeless terrain with breathtaking views of the surrounding Rocky Mountain Peaks. Who are we to disagree? Check out the images from one of our favourite resorts in Canada.
12th March 2021
Italy Ski Regions In Tighter Restrictions from Monday + Lockdown Over Easter
There are strict new measures across Italy including most of the main ski regions. The whole country goes into a new national lockdown over the Easter weekend. Any hopes for some ski resorts to open at the end of the season remains a distant dream. UPDATED
12th March 2021
Where to Ski Next Winter: Norway
In our occasional series we are looking at areas to ski next winter that offer something a little bit different. Norway is one of our favourites – the Scandinavian country is most certainly not the Alps, but that’s good.
6th March 2021
More Ski Resorts in Italy Call It A Day
The prospect of opening this season is over for most though some still The government has imposed tighter restrictions in some ski areas as cases of Covid-19 rise. The region of Veneto goes into ‘Orange Zone’ restrictions today.
1st March 2021
Top 5 Resorts In The Tirol for Powderhounds
With most of us turning our attention to next winter it’s time for PlanetSKI to help you decide where to go. If you love your freeriding, read on.
27th February 2021
St Anton Reopens for Skiing
The resort closed earlier this month after compulsory Covid-19 tests were needed due to a surge in coronavirus cases in the Tirol. Systems are now in place and some slopes are open. UPDATED
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