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Compulsory Ski Helmets in Italy Confirmed

Italy is the first ski country in the world to make it mandatory. After online claims, social media speculation and AI generated stories PlanetSKI can confirm people on the slopes in Italy will need to wear a helmet next winter. UPDATED

Evacuation Warning Raised as Forest Fire Threatens US Resort

Tamarack in Idaho has closed many of its summer operations and turned on its snow guns as Rock Fire approaches. The evacuation warning has been raised. UPDATED

French Ski Area Set to Close Gets Reprieve

Val d’Allos–Le Seignus was due to shut after poor snow in recent years brought on by climate change took its toll. It appears the resort may operate at some level for at least one more season.

Fancy Skiing With Chemmy Alcott?

Next winter she will be in Arc 1950 for a week with VIP SKI and all guests will have the opportunity to ski with Chemmy during the week.

Heavy Snow in Australian Ski Resorts

Resorts in Australia are enjoying the fresh snow & there has been some welcome snow in New Zealand. There have been further falls in South America. UPDATED

Italy Moves Step Closer to Making Ski Helmets Compulsory

Currently it is compulsory for skiers under 18 to wear a helmet and that may now be extended to everyone as amendments are approved to the country’s Sports Decree. UPDATED

The Road to Riksgränsen

It’s a new three-part video series from Peak Performance, following skiers Paddy Graham and Kristoffer Turdell as they chase turns and unforgettable moments inside the Arctic Circle in Sweden. Episode 3 has just dropped. UPDATED

Meribel Threatens to Withdraw from 2030 Winter Olympics

The French resort is currently set to be a host venue, holding both the women’s alpine skiing + all Paralympic ski events. UPDATED

VIP SKI Heads Back to La Plagne

The luxury ski holiday provider will be opening the brand-new ‘Graciosa’. La Plagne remains one of the most popular resorts for British skiers & snowboarders.

Investigation Into Alleged Price Fixing at Dolomiti Superski

The Italian ski area is under formal investigation by Italy’s Antitrust Authority, AGCM, over claims of lift pass price fixing and restrictions on competition.

Ben’s Bus Transfers for Next Winter Now On Sale

The ski transfer company has gone live for all its routes for the 2025/26 ski season. There’s also an early bird discount that expires on the 30th July.

Fresh Snow at Altitude in the Alps

There have been colder temperatures and fresh snow at altitude in the Alps as August gets underway.
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Further Snow Falls in Australia

Snow is falling in resorts in Australia with South America getting off to a good start to winter. Check out the conditions in the southern hemisphere. UPDATED

Future of Ski Resort Insurance in Oregon in Doubt

It follows a ruling in Oregon after liability legislation has failed in the 2025 state legislature. 

Four Glaciers Areas in Alps Open as Fresh Snow Falls

The hot summer has harmed conditions, but now some snow has fallen. Check out the latest.

Another Small French Ski Area Set to Close

Residents of the French Alpine village of Allos have voted to end skiing and snowboarding at their local ski resort, Val d’Allos–Le Seignus.

Summer Heatwave Impacts the Alps & Pyrenees

It’s the first time that June has seen the entire Alpine range above 0C (32F). It is bad for the glaciers but may give a boost to summer tourism in the mountains as people seek out cooler temperatures. UPDATED

French Ski Area Closes for Good

Alpe du Grand Serre has announced its permanent winter closure. The resort says it is a direct consequence of climate change and insufficient snowfall.

EasyJet Offers New Ski Routes for Next Winter

The airline has new routes to several destinations that are gateways to ski resorts in the Alps, Pyrenees and Eastern Europe.

Four Areas in Alps Remain Open for Summer Skiing

Skiing & snowboarding is on offer, but the recent heatwave has had an impact. Snow though has been falling in places. Two areas closed at the weekend with one set to open later in July. UPDATED

Altitude Comedy Festival Back in Mayrhofen Next Season

The alpine comedy festival is set to take place in the Austrian resort from 30th March to 3rd April 2026.

More Resorts Open in Southern Hemisphere

The first main resorts in New Zealand and Chile open as excellent start to season continues in Australia. UPDATED

Eurostar to Launch Direct Train Service from London to Geneva

The journey will take five hours and 20 minutes and should begin in the early 2030s.

Fabulous Start to Ski Season in Australia with Heavy Snow in New Zealand

Skiing & snowboarding are underway Down Under with large falls of last minute snow for the opening weekend of the season. UPDATED

Val d’Isere Is Open for Summer Skiing

The French resort opened for summer glacier skiing earlier this month. There are five glacier ski areas currently open in the Alps, but the hot weather is taking its toll. UPDATED

Where & When Are the Best Snow Conditions in Australia & New Zealand?

A new survey crunches the numbers and the snow stats. With the season getting underway Down Under shortly we see which resorts come out on top.

Ex-CEO of Vail Resort Receives $2.2m Payout

Kirsten Lynch recently stepped down as Chief Executive Officer of Vail Resorts. She is replaced by the former CEO Rob Katz.

Three Resorts in USA Still Open

As June starts there are resorts still offering skiing and snowboarding. UPDATED

Rob Katz Returns as CEO of Vail Resorts

The 58-year old replaces Kirsten Lynch who has stepped down as CEO and as a director of the Board.

Whistler Ends Summer Skiing

The Canadian resort has announced it is suspending summer skiing on its Horstman Glacier in the Blackcomb area indefinitely. It ends a decades-long tradition. Climate change is to blame.

Increase in Winter Stays in Austria

There were 51m overnight stays in the 2024/25 season according to figures released by Statistics Austria.

More Austrian Ski Areas Join Epic Pass

Six new resorts have been added to the Epic Pass for next season: Soelden, Silvretta Montafon, Saalbach, Zell am See, Mayrhofen & Hintertux. UPDATED

Summer Ski Season Approaches

Resorts in the Alps, Scandinavia, South America, Australia and New Zealand are preparing to open in the next few weeks for skiing and snowboarding in the summer months. UPDATED

Jackson Hole Wins Safety Award

The National Ski Areas Association has given the award of Best Overall Safety Program to the resort in Wyoming.

Long Jail Terms Demanded Over Turkey Ski Hotel Fire that Killed 78

The blaze happened at the Grand Kartal Hotel at the Kartalkaya ski resort in the early hours of January 21st 2025. There are accusations of safety failures on multiple levels.

Fancy Owning a Ski Resort?

Mt Dobson Ski Field in New Zealand is up for sale. Mt Dobson is known for its sunny, expansive basin, uncrowded slopes, and family-friendly atmosphere.

Rule Changes to Skiing in Japan as International Visitors Surge

It is the No 1 bucket list destination with huge amounts of snow and an overall experience second to none. The government is set to introduce new regulations for international visitors resulting in more bureaucracy and cost.

USA Saw Second Busiest Ski Season

Preliminary data from the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) indicates that the 2024-25 season saw the second-highest visitation on record at US ski areas.

Eight Resort Operators Form Global Sustainability Ski Alliance

It is first international collaboration of its kind, focused on accelerating climate action, reducing CO₂ emissions, and advancing sustainable innovations.

More Resorts Close in USA but Skiing Continues

Several resorts closed at the weekend but there is still skiing to be had with some going into June.

As High Alpine Passes Cleared of Snow We Look at Summer Skiing in the Alps

The clear up continues and we report on which areas are still open and where summer skiing is possible in the Alps. UPDATED

New Zealand Ski Resort Set to Open Early After Heavy Snow

Mt Hutt is planning to open on Saturday May 31st, its earliest opening for 16 years. More snow has fallen with snow coming down in South America too. UPDATED

PlanetSKI Is Still Skiing. Just!

We report from Sunshine Village in Alberta Canada where there are still turns to be made. This weekend the resort closes with its legendary Slush Cup event. UPDATED

US Snowboarder Who Fell From Chairlift Dies of His Injuries

32-year-old father of two, Donovan Romero, fell from a lift in Keystone in Colorado last December. The lift had a safety bar, but it had not been lowered. There are further calls to make their use compulsory.

FIS Teams Up With Azerbaijan as Skiing in Asia Grows

The aim is to promote and develop the country’s status as a world-class destination for snow sports, from recreational to elite.

Ski Season in the Alps Ends. Almost.

All the resorts in the Alps have now closed their main ski areas. A few glacier areas in Austria remain open, with one in Switzerland & another in France. Plans are in place for summer skiing. UPDATED

AJ Bell 3 Valley Rally Raises £100,000 for Snow Camp

It took place in Val Thorens at the end of April and the final total has been released as 18 teams took part to raise the money for Snow Camp’s work with young people across the UK.

Cairngorm Funicular Closed for Maintenance

The funicular at the Scottish mountain resort is out of service from Monday 12 May until Monday 2 June 2025 for essential annual maintenance.

Skiing Continues in North America as Heavy Snow Falls

In the USA about 20 ski areas in around ten states are open, and there is still some skiing in Alberta in Canada. UPDATED

The Season in Europe Winds Down

It’s been a good end to the season of 2024/25 in the Alps . We hear in detail from Tignes that remains open until this weekend, plus look at the other ski areas open this summer UPDATED

Vail Resorts Sees Drop in Visitors to its North America Resorts

There was a 3.1% drop in skier visits but a 3.4% increase in lift ticket revenue compared to the prior year.

More Resorts Close this Weekend with a Few Hanging On In

It’s been a good end to the season in the Alps after the recent snow. We look at resorts closing + where in Europe & North America skiing continues. UPDATED

UK/EU Visa Deal Could See More Young Brits Back Working in Ski Resorts

Brexit ended the free movement of labour and with it many jobs in the Alps for British people. Negotiations are underway to allow people under 30 to study and work abroad.

Final Ski Resorts in Alps Set to Close but Handful Remain Open

More close this weekend but, some go into May. There’s a few areas open North America – some into July! UPDATED

Kazakhstan Looks to Develop its Skiing

The government wants to expand its ski offerings around Almaty with a focus on attracting foreign skiers and snowboarders. Skiing in Asia is on the rise.

Fabulous Easter Skiing Conditions as Season Draws to a Close

It follows the biggest snowstorm of the winter in the western Alps. PlanetSKI reporters & readers are out in the Alps. UPDATED

Worldwide Ski Industry Report Claims Consolidation After the Pandemic

The 17th edition of the International Report on Snow & Mountain Tourism examines in detail the 2023/24 ski season across the world.

Clear Up Continues as Skiing Re-starts After Monster Snowstorm

Resorts have been shut with transport severely affected. The weather is now clearing with resorts opening some slopes. UPDATED

FWT Returns to Alaska Next Winter

The FIS Freeride World Tour by Peak Performance will be in Haines as Freeride’s elite head back to the legendary spines for the YETI Alaska Pro in March 2026.

Poor Winter for Scottish Ski Areas

Resorts have described conditions as poor. There was the lowest number of avalanches in the past 40 years – an indication of limited snowfall.

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