13th January 2026
It’s the January Ski Sales on PlanetSKI
The January Ski Holiday Sales are in progress. Check out some great ski deals and discount offers here…. UPDATED
General News
12th January 2026
GB Athletes in Action This Week
It’s an action-packed week with many of our major stars in action as the countdown continues to the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics that start in under a month’s time.
11th January 2026
More Avalanches in the Alps with ‘High’ Risk in Places
There have been further avalanches with one sweeping over a blue piste in St Foy and hitting four people. A British skier was among six people who died last weekend in the French Alps. UPDATED
11th January 2026
At Least Three Dead in Avalanches in France
Two separate avalanches have claimed the lives of three off-piste skiers in the French Alps on Saturday. We have first reports of further fatalities on Sunday. UPDATED
10th January 2026
Co-Owner of Crans-Montana Bar Detained As Switzerland Remembers
40 people died in the fire at a bar in the ski resort on New Year’s Eve. The detention came as Switzerland held a national day of mourning. UPDATED
9th January 2026
National Day of Mourning for Crans-Montana Fire Victims
Government officials and politicians from Switzerland and abroad, as well as representatives of various religions, are attending the memorial service in Martigny on Friday. UPDATED
9th January 2026
A New Ski Instructor Qualification
PlanetSKI’s Katy Dartford spends 4 days in Switzerland trying out the new European Ski Instructor Qualification – PSIE.
7th January 2026
Crans-Montana Bar Not Safety Checked for Five Years
A catalogue of errors is emerging following the fire at Le Constellation Bar in the Swiss resort that killed 40 people & injured 116. Questions are asked about regulation authorities. UPDATED
6th January 2026
Victims of Crans-Montana Bar Fire Identified
Forty people were killed when a fire tore through a busy venue in Crans-Montana on New Year’s Eve. NEW
5th January 2026
Plans for Longest UK Indoor Slope Get the Go Ahead
Plans for the slope at Rhydycar West in Wales have been approved by local councilors. Skiers & snowboarders have welcomed the move.
5th January 2026
Ski Patrol Strike in US Resort Gets Bitter
The dispute has been going on over two weeks and now the resort management team has launched a recruitment campaign to hire temporary workers in a bid to reopen the mountain.
3rd January 2026
Two People Die in Avalanches in Italy
The accidents happened in Piedmont and in the north eastern Italian region of Veneto. Poor weather hindered rescue efforts.
2nd January 2026
Global Ski Community Pulls Together to Support Crans-Montana
The tragedy has been felt across the ski world. It is one of the worst disasters in a ski resort in recent times. PlanetSKI editor, James Cove, assesses its impact, historical position & reaction from the ski world.
1st January 2026
French Managers of Crans-Montana Bar Under Criminal Investigation
Around 40 people died in the blaze at the Constellation Bar in the Swiss resort as New Year Celebrations were underway. UPDATED
1st January 2026
January’s Ski News in Brief
– Why Glaciers Are Melting More than Thought
– USA to Send ICE Agents to Winter Olympics
– Closest Finishes in Winter Olympics
– People Stuck on Canada Ski Lift for 5 Hours
– Pitztal Needs Environmental Assessment to Expand
– US Delegation for Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics …UPDATED
30th December 2025
Three Ski Mountaineers Die in Avalanche in Spain
It is a grim end to 2025 as another avalanche claims the lives of skiers and hikers. It follows two deaths in France, four in Greece and a spate of other incidents.
29th December 2025
Woman Suffocates in Canadian Resort After Falling into Deep Powder
A woman in her late40s has died from likely asphyxiation after falling into a pocket of deep, soft snow near a green run at Sunshine Village Ski Resort. PlanetSKI reports from the resort. UPDATED
27th December 2025
Fatal Avalanches in Europe
In France a mountain guide died near La Plagne and another person perished near Albertville. Four hikers have died in the Greek mountains. UPDATED
22nd December 2025
Caution Urged Off Piste After Death of British Skier
Ski patrollers are urging caution off piste this Christmas week, following the death of a young British skier.
20th December 2025
Snow Camp on BBC Radio 4’s Charity Appeal
Snow Camp, the UK’s only national youth snowsports charity will feature in the BBC Radio 4 Appeal over the festive period. It will shine a spotlight on the charity’s work supporting young people across the UK.
17th December 2025
The Alps Set to Lose Record Number of Glaciers in Next Decade
Almost 80% of the world’s glaciers will be gone by the year 2100, if current climate policies continue, according to a groundbreaking new study.
17th December 2025
PlanetSKI’s Canadian Adventures Continue…Part One
We’re on a 2-month visit. Based in Canmore in Alberta, but with the desire, the vehicle, the contacts & the cash (hopefully) to go further afield. Adventures are unfolding… UPDATED
16th December 2025
There’s More to Innsbruck Than Just the Skiing
The Innsbruck region is renowned for its world-class slopes and endless vistas of perfect pistes. But this winter, visitors will discover that skiing is only the beginning and there are endless opportunities for adventures off the slopes too.
16th December 2025
How Much Protection Do Ski Helmets Offer?
Not as much as some might think according to a new Swiss study. They offer limited protection. Helmet use is widespread with Italy making it compulsory this season. UPDATED
14th December 2025
FIS Tries To Tackle Waste at Snowsports Events
The International Ski & Snowboards Federation, FIS has developed a Waste Management Handbook for Snowsports Events.
13th December 2025
Snow Camp Goes from Strength to Strength
The snowsports charity that helps disadvantaged inner city kids succeed through snowsprts has released its Impact Report.
11th December 2025
Investigation Continues After 16-Year Old Dies in Austrian Terrain Park
The accident occurred at the Absolutpark terrain park in the Shuttleberg Flachauwinkl–Kleinarl area. It is Austria’s largest snowpark with 1.5kms of lines and obstacles. An investigation is underway.
11th December 2025
Arc’teryx Films in London
They are an annual fixture for our start to the season if PlanetSKI is in London. Four short films that make us dream of the season to come and pose important questions.
1st December 2025
December’s Ski News in Brief
– Ski Patroller Dies in Mammoth Mountain
– Five Year Old Boy Dies in Travelator Accident in Japan
– Skiers on Mt Etna as it Erupts
– Rendezvous Music Festival in Jackson Hole
– Telluride Ski Patrollers Go on Strike
– Weekend & Short Break Skiing…. UPDATED
30th November 2025
Good Skiing Continues in Canada but USA Needs Snow
It has been a poor start to winter in many parts of the US with some resorts forced to delay their start. Not so in Canada. PlanetSKI has visited Lake Louise. UPDATED
27th November 2025
Avalanche in Stubai Buries Eight Skiers
Eight people were partially buried and two were treated in hospital. Hundreds of people were involved in the rescue operation. Video of the avalanche has been posted. UPDATED
26th November 2025
Plans for New Ski Slope in Wales Move Forward
Rhydycar West would be the UK’s largest indoor snow centre and become the official headquarters for the UK (GB) and Welsh Olympic and Paralympic snow sports teams.
24th November 2025
What a Start to the Season in Val Thorens!
PlanetSKI was in the high altitude French ski resort for La Grande Premiere – its opening weekend. We have been to a few over the years & this was one of the very best. UPDATED
10th November 2025
PlanetSKI Gear Review #1 Winter 2025/26
In our first Gear Review of the season Alf Alderson reviews the Barryvox avalanche transceiver from Mammut. Ski goggles from SunGod & Panda Optics, heated gloves from Thaw + the latest POC ski helmet. Oh and a pair of wellies from Grubs Bearline.
10th November 2025
SNO Ski Holidays Reveals What’s New for Next Season
SNO Ski Holidays unveils a big programme expansion with 90,000 new beds across France, Austria, Switzerland and Italy. There’s two new resorts in Norway and three in Sweden, plus upgraded family all-inclusive programme and train services to 22 Alpine destinations.
8th November 2025
A Ski Legend Passes
Araminta Braham, 1942 – 2025. Most will know her as Minty Clinch. PlanetSKI pays tribute to one of the greatest ski journalists of her generation – her writing was supreme and her personality…..
5th November 2025
Highlights from Austria
If you’re looking for the perfect family skiing destination, or are an aspiring returner on the piste see the latest from the Austria National Tourist Office.
5th November 2025
See What’s New in Verbier this Winter
The Swiss resort needs no introduction, and once again it has a host of new things for its next winter. See here for more…
4th November 2025
Manslaughter Investigation After Ski Racer Death
A criminal investigation for potential manslaughter has been opened in Italy. It names two people in connection with the death in training of 19-year-old alpine skier Matilde Lorenzi last year.
2nd November 2025
Five German Mountaineers Die in Avalanche in Italy
Three groups were hit by the avalanche as they ascended the Ortles range in the Sud Tirol in the Dolomites. The dead include a father and his 17-year-old daughter. UPDATED
1st November 2025
November’s Ski News in Brief
– More Women at 2026 Winter Olympics
– December Start for Scotland Avalanche Forecasting
– FIS is Finalist in IOC Climate Action Awards
– 3D Model Predicts Landslides in Swiss Alps
– US Ski Industry Hit by Trump’s Tariffs…UPDATED
30th October 2025
Criticism as Price of Lift Passes Rises in Italy
The Italian Consumer Association has criticised the rise – up to 40% in one case. NEW
29th October 2025
Snow Camp Goes from Strength to Strength
The snowsport charity supported 1,108 young people as it claims a record year of impact.
24th October 2025
Family Pledges to Re-build Finches Emporium
The iconic London ski shop was destroyed by fire a week ago. The shop opened in 1947 and the family say they will rise from the ashes.
17th October 2025
Investigation Continues as London Ski Shop Destroyed by Fire
A family-run ski shop in London, Finches, has been severely damaged after a fire broke out. It was the largest family run independent ski & snowboard store in London. UPDATED
15th October 2025
Work from Calgary, Play in the Rockies: The Adventures of a Digital Nomad
Work from Calgary, play in the Rockies: How a two-week digital nomad stay let me work hard, plus explore Banff, Kananaskis & Calgary — without using any annual leave. NEW
11th October 2025
Sand Ski World Record
Mahé Freydier hit 75mph (121km/hr) on Toro Mata, a Peruvian sand dune with a nearly 6,000-foot vertical drop.
9th October 2025
Ski Rules & Regulations You Need to Know
Italy requires helmets and public liability insurance. In France smoking outside in a public place including the slopes is now banned. In Ischgl in Austria there’s a fine for wearing ski boots in town after 8pm. UPDATED
6th October 2025
The PlanetSKI 2025 Gear Tests – Direct From Japan
PlanetSKI has been out in the powder of Japan testing jackets, gloves, trousers, underlayers, ski poles & even headphones. We’re looking for warmth, waterproofing, durability and comfort.
5th October 2025
New UK/EU Border Rules Are Rolled Out
The Entry/Exit System, EES, has implications for the vast majority of UK skiers & snowboarders across the coming winter season. See here for the details you need to know. UPDATED
4th October 2025
World Record Attempt for Skiing Indoors
Oliver Kern wants to set his eighth world record with the most vertical meters skied in an indoor ski area in a single day. NEW
1st October 2025
Ski News in Brief
– VIP Offers Free Val d’Isere Lift Pass
– New Resort Set to Become Asia’s Largest
– Rossignol Expands Partnership with FWT
– Several Major Ski Equipment Companies Investigated
– More Americans Visit Switzerland…UPDATED
27th September 2025
Polish Mountaineer Skis Down Everest Without Supplementary Oxygen
Andrzej Bargiel has become the first person ever to ski down Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen. UPDATED
24th September 2025
Free Tickets to London Snow Show for PlanetSKI Readers
We have managed to get our hands on some free tickets to the event that takes place at Olympia October 18th-19th. If you want to get in the mood for winter and be inspired for the season ahead then it’s the place to be.
24th September 2025
Inghams Ski Launches New Winter Campaign
Inghams Ski has launched its new campaign for the winter season ahead: ‘Ski Better with Inghams’. It claims to offer what today’s traveller wants: a better, more rewarding ski experience.
16th September 2025
Tributes Continue to Actor and Ski Resort Owner Robert Redford
Hollywood icon Robert Redford, actor and creator of Utah’s Sundance Resort and Film Festival, has died at 89 in his beloved mountain home — PlanetSKI pays tribute to his life and legacy. UPDATED
15th September 2025
FIS & Ski Austria Reach Media Rights Agreement
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) and Ski Austria have concluded a long-term international media rights license agreement that they claim will shape the future of snow sports broadcasting.
15th September 2025
The Ultimate Ski Experience with The Luxury Chalet Company
The Luxury Chalet Company presents itself not simply as a rental agency, but as a curator of alpine experience. Here we look at what the high-end holiday company offers.
13th September 2025
Details Released of GB Ski Test
Get the lowdown on the 2026 SIGB Ski Test in Champoluc – everything from test centre layout and vertical drop to apres events and how to register.
10th September 2025
Final Preparations for New UK/EU Border System Underway
The EU’s much-delayed new digital border system, the Entry/Exit System or EES, will be gradually introduced this autumn. We look at how it will be rolled out as skiers will be one of the first large group of holidaymakers to be affected. NEW
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