Resort News

14th September 2024

Crans-Montana 2027 World Ski Championships Gets the Green Light

The FIS Alpine World Ski Championships 2027 will be held in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, from 1 to 14 February. There had been some doubt.

14th September 2024

Ski The US Rockies

America resorts and ski states have been attending a special event in London, The American Rockies Party, hosted by the Ski Club of Great Britain. PlanetSKI reports on what the USA has to offer.

13th September 2024

Winter News from Verbier

The famous Swiss resort needs no introduction. This winter it is celebrating its past and looking to the future. We’re visiting in January.

12th September 2024

Wildfires Threaten California Ski Resorts

Mountain High turned on its snow guns to battle the blaze and other ski areas have been watching the fire closely. UPDATED

12th September 2024

Huge Amounts of Autumn Snow Falling in Eastern Alps

It comes as a handful of glacier ski resorts are preparing to open some slopes in the next few weeks. UPDATED

11th September 2024

New in La Plagne for Next Winter

One of the most popular French resorts for UK skiers & snowboarders, La Plagne, has released details of all that is new for next season. Read on…

8th September 2024

Deer Valley Expands Next Winter with Much More to Come

The resort in Utah is set to see another 3,700 acres open for skiing in one of the largest resort expansions in US history. At PlanetSKI we have been following progress closely for a number of years.

8th September 2024

World’s Largest Indoor Ski Centre Opens in China

The Shanghai L+ Snow Indoor Skiing Theme Resort is open to the public after successful trials. Interest in snowsports has mushroomed in the country after 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.

5th September 2024

Snow in the Alps as First Resorts Prepare to Open for Winter

Resorts in Austria and Finland are planning to open at the end of September/beginning of October as snow falls. UPDATED

27th August 2024

More Australia Ski Resorts Close as Snow Melts

Thredbo is the latest area to close early. It has been a generally poor winter with worries about the future. UPDATED

24th August 2024

European Ski Resort Guides from Maison Sport

The online ski instructor platform has more than 300 comprehensive ski slope and in-resort guides for next season. Read independent advice from the experts.

17th August 2024

Jasper Residents Allowed Back After Wildfire Destroyed Ski Town

The historic town in Alberta, Canada, was hit by a huge wildfire last month. Residents have now been allowed to return home to try to salvage what they can.

15th August 2024

Verbier E-Bike Festival Underway

The Verbier E-Bike Festival combines adventure, innovation, and stunning landscapes. It takes place August 15th – 18th. NEW

14th August 2024

Skiing in the USA

Want to know more about it? There is a special event in London on Friday 13th September to showcase all that is on offer.

4th August 2024

NZ Ski Areas See Some Snow

Over half a meter has fallen in places on the South Island with winter now on track.

29th July 2024

Marmot Basin Escapes Damage in Jasper Fire

The Canadian ski resort is 8-miles south of Jasper that has been devastated by fire. It was feared the flames may have reached the resort. UPDATED

25th July 2024

Canadian Ski Town Devastated by Wildfire

The historic ski town of Jasper in Alberta that gives access to Marmot Basin is a smouldering ruin in many of its areas.

16th July 2024

More Snow Falls at Australian Ski Areas

It was a poor start to winter in Australia but another big storm has been rolling through with more to come. UPDATED

16th July 2024

Scottish Ski Resort Hits Funding Target

It had been feared the Lecht might be forced to close after some poor winters. It launched a crowdfunding appeal to stay open and has now raised the necessary money.

14th July 2024

Utah Sees Second Best Season for Skier Visits

The ski state had over 6.7m skier visits and comes despite a poor start to winter with little snowfall. With an Olympic bid looking a certainty and a host of resort improvements the future looks bright.

11th July 2024

Skiing in Greece

PlanetSKI is currently in Greece for some summer activities. Plus researching a ski trip for next winter in a country more known for its sand than its snow. It has 25 ski areas and some rather decent skiing.

3rd July 2024

Skiing in July in the Alps

A handful of high-altitude glacier resorts are open with some of the best conditions in recent years. UPDATED

1st July 2024

New Rail Access Tunnel for Zermatt

It would run underground from Tasch to Zermatt and mean the main access route to the Swiss resort is not affected & threatened by the weather.

29th June 2024

Cold Temperatures but Little Natural Snowfall Down Under

It has been a slow start to winter in Australia and New Zealand but things are slowly improving.

25th June 2024

Massive Snowfall Continues in South America

Chile and Argentina are seeing the best start to their ski seasons in decades. Some resorts are unable to open as there is too much snow. UPDATED

23rd June 2024

Huge Clear Up Operation Underway After Flooding in Zermatt

Torrential rain caused rivers to burst their banks as water swept through the ski resort with rail access suspended. The resort is putting on a brave face as the clean up continues. UPDATED

20th June 2024

The Brits Heads Back to the Alps

The British Snowboard & Freeski Championships will take place in Mayrhofen, Austria next winter.

14th June 2024

More Snow in the Alps Boosts Summer Glacier Skiing

More snow has fallen at altitude with heavy rain lower down.

14th June 2024

Poor Start to the Season in New Zealand

There has been some snow and cold temperatures have allowed snow to be made. It’s not a bumper start, but some resorts have been able to open limited areas. UPDATED

7th June 2024

Australian Resorts Open with Precious Little Snow

Traditionally the ski areas Down Under open on weekend of the official birthday of the Monarch, the second Monday in June. Snow levels are low with a new report painting a worrying picture of the future. UPDATED

30th May 2024

Resorts Open Early in South America

Portillo and Valle Nevado in Chile are open after 2m of snow has recently fallen. Summer skiing has also begun in the northern hemisphere. UPDATED

30th May 2024

Landmark Legal Ski Resort Judgement in USA

A court has ruled that a resort cannot necessarily discharge its legal obligations by making skiers and snowboarders sign waivers.

28th May 2024

Summer Skiing Delayed in Italian Resort as Too Much Snow

Passo Stelvio was due to open this weekend, but the access road remains unsafe after heavy late season snow with much snow in the resort. This summer sees excellent starting conditions for summer glacier skiing.

28th May 2024

Snow Clearing Continues at Passo Stelvio for Summer Skiing

The Italian resort of Passo Stelvio saw huge amounts of late season snow. It still plans to open this weekend, but it is not certain to do so.

26th May 2024

Largest Resort In Southern Hemisphere Created in Chile

The majority owner of Valle Nevado has bought neighburing La Parva. The two resorts combined will offer 5,000 skiable acres of terrain, 30 lifts & 84 marked runs.

26th May 2024

US Skier Numbers Drop by 5% Last Season

The National Ski Areas Association has released its preliminary skier visit numbers for the winter 2023-24 season. It reports a total of 60.4 million skier visits nationwide.

19th May 2024

Swiss Resorts Claim Good Winter

Switzerland Tourism says the vast majority of destinations recorded a successful winter in an initial report on last winter.

19th May 2024

Australia Prepares for its Ski Season

Some natural snow has fallen, the snow guns are on & anticipation is rising as resorts prepare to open next month.

12th May 2024

Ski Resorts in South America Open Early as Snow Falls

Resorts in other parts of the Southern Hemisphere open next month. There remains some skiing on offer in the Northern Hemisphere. UPDATED

6th May 2024

Snow Falls in the Alps as Handful of Ski Areas Still Open

Several more resorts closed last weekend, but skiing is still possible. Fabulous Spring skiing conditions continue & it’s looking good for summer glacier skiing. UPDATED

3rd May 2024

Vail Resorts Completes Purchase of Crans-Montana Lift Company

It is the second resort in Switzerland to be partially owned by the US company. It promises further investment, but some are concerned about US ownership of resorts in the Alps.

1st May 2024

Scottish Ski Resort Threatened With Closure

The Lecht ski area says it may be forced to shut down due to a lack of money. It has launched a crowd-funding initiative to continue operating and has raised 41% of its target. UPDATED

30th April 2024

Top Five Resorts in the Alps for Summer Skiing

There are a handful of resorts that offer summer glacier skiing in the Alps.

26th April 2024

Bumper Year for Spring Skiing

April has seen significant quantities of snow with cold temperatures and some of the best late-season skiing in recent years. UPDATED

21st April 2024

Glimmer of Hope for Would-Be UK Ski Seasonaires

Brexit cut the widespread ability of people to work in Europe with the end of the free movement of labour. Now the EU is proposing a deal for young people, but UK politicians are lukewarm.

21st April 2024

Skier Numbers Drop for Vail Resorts

The company that owns many resorts in North America saw almost 8% less visitors last season. Poor weather is blamed.

19th April 2024

Yoga & Skiing in Les Menuires

The Yoga and Ski week at Les Menuires in Les3Vallees is now in its 8th year and is surging in popularity. PlanetSKI’s Katy Dartford sees what the experience is all about.

19th April 2024

Ski Touring Around Innsbruck

It is one of the fastest growing on-snow activities in the Tirol – ski touring. PlanetSKI has been walking uphill a few times during our extended stay in Innsbruck.

19th April 2024

Heavy Snow Falls in the Alps as More Ski Resorts Close

Some big-name resorts in Europe & North America end their season with deep snow and fresh flakes falling. UPDATED

16th April 2024

International Snow & Mountain Tourism Report 2024 Published

It lists and analyses data from nearly 2,000 ski resorts in 68 countries around the world. Facts, figures, investments, visits, trends, snowfall and more.

16th April 2024

Latest Update on Cairngorm Funicular

A programme of remedial works to try to bring Scotland’s only funicular railway back into service at Cairngorm Mountain continues. UPDATED

16th April 2024

Skiing Continues in the USA

Excellent recent snow has meant some resorts are extending their season. Others are closing with good overall conditions.

8th April 2024

The City Part of PlanetSKI’s Innsbruck Stay Continues

We’re here in Innsbruck in the Tirol for a month or so – the ultimate Ski + City location in the Alps. 13 ski areas around the city with 23 attractions off the slopes – all on one pass. UPDATED

7th April 2024

Top Ten Resorts for Late-Season Skiing

Our friends at Maison Sport have compiled their list of high-altitude resorts for skiing at this time of year. PlanetSKI has added a few of its own.

3rd April 2024

PlanetSKI’s Innsbruck Stay Spreads its Wings

30th March 2024

Easter Skiing Hit by High Winds & Lift Closures

Storm force winds in parts of the Alps have caused some problems. PlanetSKI opted to go touring to make some Easter turns.

27th March 2024

PlanetSKI’s Extended Innsbruck Stay Enters Week Three

We’re here in Innsbruck in the Tirol for a month or so – the ultimate Ski + City location in the Alps. 13 ski areas around the city with 23 attractions off the slopes – all on one pass.

22nd March 2024