Holiday Essentials

26th October 2024

Indy Pass Adds 30 More Resorts

52 resorts have now been added since last season including 11 in Japan, five in Europe, and three in Canada.

22nd October 2024

Skiing in Norway Takes Off

The aviation analytics firm Cirium reports a significant rise in ski holiday bookings and flights to Norway for the upcoming winter season. PlanetSKI looks at the attractions of Norway as a ski destination.

21st October 2024

Inghams Celebrates Its 90th Birthday

In celebration of its 90 years of heritage, Inghams Ski has launched its new brand campaign: At Inghams, we know how!

20th October 2024

Driving to The Alps

Discover some of the closest ski resorts to drive to from UK. While flying can be convenient, it sometimes comes with delays, baggage fees, and airport hassles.

20th October 2024

Ski Deals for 2024/2025

The ski season is almost on us, check out our latest deals….
* Big savings on Ski Rentals with Intersport * Sunweb Deals * Christmas Offers * £90 off ALL Inghams holidays * UPDATED

20th October 2024

Norwegian Resorts & Andorra Strike Joint Lift Pass Deal

Season Pass holders in Andorra will get 5-days free skiing with the seven Norway – Home of Skiing resorts, with a reciprocal offer in place. It’s new for next season.

16th October 2024

Italian Resorts Offer Best Value to British Skiers

That’s the finding of a report by the Post Office in conjunction with Crystal Ski Holidays.

14th October 2024

Where to Ski in Austria

Austria remains one of the top winter destinations for British tourists. This winter is all about ‘Lebensgefühl’ – that special something that makes Austria a unique place to visit.

14th October 2024

Val Thorens Prepares for Winter

It’s the highest resort in the Alps at 2,300m & is in one of the first to open for winter. We look at what’s coming this season. NEW

8th October 2024

Austria Looks Forward to the Coming Ski Season

Austria is a popular choice for British skiers and snowboarders with a growing number discovering its charms. We’ve asked our friends at the Austria National Tourist Office to tell us of its attractions.

4th October 2024

Five Reasons to Visit Innsbruck this Winter

From skiing under the stars or travelling through time at a Victorian Christmas market, to a magnificent carnival event that is only held every five years, the Innsbruck region is offering some treats this season.

1st October 2024

Les3Vallees Gears Up for the Season

The largest linked ski area in the world has unveiled all that is new for next season. We look at what’s on offer.

30th September 2024

Rail Tickets to French Ski Resorts Now on Sale

The French rail operator SNCF is putting tickets for journeys between December 15th and January 8th on sale.

29th September 2024

What’s New for Winter 2024/25 From Ski Solutions

Ski Solutions is Britain’s original specialist ski travel agency and tailor-made tour operator and has been arranging ski holidays for more than 35 years to Europe and North America.

28th September 2024

November Start of EU Entry/Exit System in Doubt

If launched the new digital system, EES, will impact UK skiers heading to the mountains of Europe this winter.

26th September 2024

Another Ski Area in Austria Opens for Autumn Skiing

Pitztal is the next area to fire up some lifts as more September snow falls in parts of the Alps. UPDATED

25th September 2024

Jackson Hole Unveils What’s New for Next Winter

The resort in Wyoming USA has gone from a cult resort in the mid-80s to an essential stop on any serious skier’s bucket list. See what’s new for next season.

18th September 2024

As Season Approaches Check Out the Resort Opening Dates

With the recent snow in the Alps getting us looking forward to winter we list the opening dates of the main resorts popular with British skies and snowboarders. UPDATED

18th September 2024

Ski Transfer Company Prepares for New EU Entry/Exit System

Ben’s Bus has posted about the changes coming in November with the new EU Entry/Exit system and what it means for its customers next winter. The new travel measures will apply to us all. UPDATED

17th September 2024

Ski France Expands with New Chalets on Offer

Leading French accommodation provider, Ski France, is adding three new premium Contactless Catered Chalets to its portfolio. So, what exactly is a ‘Contactless Chalet’?

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.

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…

22nd August 2024

New Winter Train Route to the Alps

The overnight service runs from Brussels to Venice calling at the ski gateway stops of Munich, Innsbruck and Bolzano. UPDATED

21st August 2024

Ski Club of Great Britain Launches 2024-25 Freshtracks Programme

There are 160 holidays with 21 new to the programme. They start November 2024 and run through to early May 2025.

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.

8th August 2024

New Survey Reveals Much About UK Skiers & Snowboarders

It comes from the ski travel agent, Iglu Ski, and the high street retailer, Ellis Brigham.

17th July 2024

Ben’s Bus Transfer Company Goes Carbon Neutral

It’s claiming to be the first shared transfer company to go carbon neutral as it offsets its carbon footprint.

5th July 2024

UK Skiers Urged to Prepare for New Entry System to EU Next Winter

A new automated European Union border IT system is due to start this October ahead of the 2024/25 ski season.

1st July 2024

Deals for July

Discounts on ski equipment hire, ski & snowboard lessons, plus discounts on airport transfers to your ski resort. Check out the deals. NEW

29th June 2024

Ski Operator Heidi Goes from Strength to Strength

It is ranked 63rd in the 2024 edition of the The Sunday Times 100 ranking Britain’s fastest-growing companies & secures £5.6m in additional funding.

1st June 2024

Ski Holiday & Equipment Deals for June

Book Early to save money for Winter 2024/25.
★Group Discounts & free Child places with Inghams.
★Ski Rentals – book ahead for deals.
★Ski Lessons through Maison Sport UPDATED

20th May 2024

Ski Club of Great Britain Reports Bounce Back from Covid with Challenges Ahead

The survey from the Ski Club of Great Britain & the Mountain Trade Network compares data from before, during & after the pandemic. It makes interesting reading. UPDATED

9th April 2024

Earlybird Offers For Next Season

With the winter season soon to close, seize the chance to find an amazing ski deal for next year. Check out the Earlybird offers. UPDATED

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.

14th March 2024

Verbier Celebrates Spring Skiing

The Swiss resort offers a climax to the season with great conditions and a host of activities on offer. Now is the time to think about skiing into April. NEW

13th March 2024

PlanetSKI’s Innsbruck Stay Goes Up a Gear

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. Bring it on… UPDATED

11th March 2024

Esprit Ski: Last Chance Easter Deals

Spring may see winter drawing to a close, but there’s still time to make Easter memories with Esprit Ski one last time.

11th March 2024

2024/25 Epic Pass Now on Sale

The Epic Pass is now on sale with access to world-class ski resorts in North America, plus across Switzerland, France, Italy and Austria.

10th March 2024

Zell am See/Kaprun – The Best All-Round Austrian Ski Destination?

It offers typical Austrian slopes, with access to a high-altitude and snow sure glacier area. Plus more than 400kms of slopes with its links to the Ski Circus resorts. PlanetSKI is sampling its attractions.

3rd March 2024

Sainte Foy: Not Hidden Any More, But Still a Gem

PlanetSKI editor James Cove has finally skied in a resort he first wanted to ski in over 25 years ago.

1st March 2024

March & Easter Deals Plus Early Bookings for Next Season

Early Bookings for 2025-2026 ★ MORE Last Minute Holiday Deals ★ Great Discounts on Sports Equipment Hire ★ 5% off Airport Transfers ★ UPDATED

28th February 2024

Fancy Heading to Lapland Next Winter?

Inghams Lapland has put its 2025 and 2026 holidays on sale, and is encouraging customers to book early to secure the best dates, resorts and accommodation.

28th February 2024

Top 8 Resorts to go Skiing in France in April

Iglu Ski has researched the top destinations for skiing in France in April, and confirms the top 8 in the country. Do you agree with its selection?

16th February 2024

French Train Conductors Strike Impacts UK Skiers

The CEO of train operator SNCF has warned that the strikes will affect ski resorts as many head to and from the Alps for the school holidays. UPDATED

14th February 2024

A Visit to the Intersport ‘Boot Doctor’

There’s a point in every skier’s life when it’s time to buy your own ski boots. For Pip Martin, the time had come to say goodbye to rental boots this winter.

9th February 2024

Alpine Fleet Builds on Initial Success

It’s the new kid on the block for airport to resort transfers. Now in its second year of operation it claims success with its new approach and is offering new routes.

9th February 2024

Cost of Day Lift Passes in Europe’s Ski Resorts Outpace Inflation

The average cost of one-day lift pass in European ski resorts has risen almost 35% above inflation over the past eight years, according a recent study.

8th February 2024

Crystal Ski Selects its Best Resorts For Teens or Tots

Whether the dynamic needs to be suited to teens or tots, Crystal has rounded up its top resorts for families of all different shapes, sizes and ages.

8th February 2024

Tirol – Beyond the Slopes

There is much more to the Tirol than just the fabulous skiing. Here we look at some alternative activities, from the well-known ones to a few surprises.

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

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.

31st January 2024

Last Minute Ski Deals for Half Term, March & Easter

Half Term ski deals ★ Discount on Ski Hire ★ 30% off Premiere Neige at Half Term ★ 5% off transfers ★ Crystal & SNO offers

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

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.

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.

16th January 2024