Holiday Essentials

We’ve all heard of Les3Vallees, Les Portes du Soleil and Paradiski, but what about Aravis?  It’s in the Lake Annecy region and comprises the neighbouring resorts of La Clusaz,  Manigod, Le Grand Bornand, and the gateway village of St Jean de Sixt.

Norway is leading the way, with growing interest in Finland & Sweden from British skiers. Reliable snow, reasonable prices, good accommodation options and an altogether different skiing experience await.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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…

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