5th December 2025
Smoking Banned in French Ski Resorts
A smoking ban in France came into force last summer and it applies to ski resorts this winter. There are some exceptions. See here for the full details. NEW
Travel & Holiday
29th November 2025
More Big Alpine Ski Areas Open
More ski areas are opening this weekend in one of the best starts to a season in recent years in places. UPDATED
28th November 2025
Inghams Ski Launches Nature & Climate Action Plan
The idea is champion the outdoors with a series of environmental initiatives that commitment to respect, reduce, reconnect and replenish the great outdoors, supported by a 10-step roadmap for positive action on nature.
27th November 2025
France Claims Success in 2024/25 Season
Domaines Skiables de France claims 7m people visited the mountains last winter. With 54.8 million ski days. France is the most popular destination for UK skiers and the French ski industry employs more than 120,000 people.
26th November 2025
US Resorts Postpone Openings After Lack of Snow
Europe may be seeing one of the best starts to the season in recent years with heavy snow falling, but it is a very different picture in the USA with unseasonable warm weather in many ski areas. UPDATED
25th November 2025
Massive Snowstorm Dumps on the Alps as More Resorts Open
The storm has now passed leaving over 1m in places, with many more ski areas opening. UPDATED
24th November 2025
Exclusive Ski Deals for PlanetSKI Readers
We have teamed up with a number of our favourite ski companies to offer some great money-saving deals on ski equipment, ski transfers, ski lessons & more. NEW
22nd November 2025
Best Start to a Ski Season in Recent Years?
Another snowstorm hits the Alps. It is the biggest so far with up to 1m expected to fall in places. UPDATED
22nd November 2025
Soelden Introduces Alcohol Free Zone in Town Centre
The Austrian resort is known for its rowdy apres ski and it has now banned alcohol on the street between the Giggijoch and Gaislachkogel lifts.
21st November 2025
Skiing in Norway: Is This The Season To Visit?
More and more British visitors are heading north to the slopes of the Norwegian resorts for their ski fix. Why?
20th November 2025
Mixed Early Season Conditions in North America
Winter is getting underway in the ski resorts of Canada & the USA. Some US resorts have been forced to delay their openings. UPDATED
20th November 2025
France Set to Open for Skiing
Val Thorens and Tignes open on Saturday with fresh snow on the slopes. Snow is falling across the Alps and the Pyrenees as the temperatures plummet. UPDATED
14th November 2025
The PlanetSKI Snow Report
Winter begun in Europe this week with a sharp drop in the temperature and some snow as more resorts open. There are mixed conditions in North America. UPDATED
10th November 2025
Absolutely Snow in Andorra
The ski company is a specialist in ski holidays to Andorra in the Pyrenees. Here it tells us what makes Andorra so special.
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.
10th November 2025
World Ski Awards Announces Winners
The global initiative to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in ski tourism, has announced the winners of its 13th annual programme. UPDATED
7th November 2025
Ski France Offers New Residence in La Rosiere
L’Orée du Bois is a six chalet-apartments located at the crossroads of the Orée district and the Vieux Village.
7th November 2025
Explore The Best of Both Worlds in Innsbruck
The SKI plus CITY Pass combines skiing and sightseeing in the Innsbruck area. PlanetSKI has used it on several occasions.
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.
4th November 2025
London Snow Show Claims Success
The event was back in Olympia in West London last month with 10,000 people visiting the 2-day show. Attendance figures have just been released.
30th October 2025
See What’s on Offer in Val Thorens Next Winter
The award-winning high altitude French resort has many of the old favourite attractions and several new offerings.
27th October 2025
Ski in Val D’Isere on a VIP Trip with Henry Druce
For over 20 years, Henry was ski editor for the Daily Mail and The Telegraph, leading legendary reader trips across France, Italy, the US, Canada and Japan.
26th October 2025
Snowfest Innsbruck Approaches
The Snowfest Innsbruck returns for its fourth edition, transforming the city into a winter sports paradise from November 21 to 23, 2025.
26th October 2025
First US Ski Resorts Open
Keystone in Colorado was first out of the blocks as it opened some terrain on Saturday. Arapahoe Basin, also in Colorado, followed on Sunday. UPDATED
22nd October 2025
Winter in Crans-Montana
The Swiss resort is seeing more British skiers visit as it focuses on the future with more offerings, both on and off the slopes. Check out our in-depth resort feature and see if it might be a resort for you.
22nd October 2025
Inghams Ski Picks Up Two Awards
Inghams Ski is celebrating two big accolades: winning Best Ski Operator at The Times and Sunday Times Travel Awards 2025 and being named the top Which? Recommended Provider for ski holidays.
20th October 2025
Going Back in Time at The London Snow Show
A London snowsports show returned to Olympia for the first time in 15 years. Organisers are claiming a huge success. PlanetSKI editor, James Cove, was there as the doors opened on Saturday and left as the show closed on Sunday.
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
14th October 2025
Snomad Reveals its Ski Resort Award Winners
There are 20 specialist categories, with lesser-known American resort Grand Targhee claiming the Best Overall Ski Resort title worldwide, whilst Italy’s Alta Badia topped the European rankings.
12th October 2025
246 New Lifts to Open Next Winter
There are more new lifts opening next season across Europe and North America than ever before. Some times just a single lift in a resort, others whole new ski areas. Check out the details in this video.
9th October 2025
More Glacier Ski Areas Open in the Alps
Kitzsteinhorn and Molltal in Austria open some slopes last weekend after fresh snowfall. It brings the total number of ski areas open in Europe to 14. UPDATED
8th October 2025
See What’s New for Tignes This Season
The season at the high-altitude French resort kicks off on 22nd November 2025. Throughout the season visitors can experience new infrastructure, new attractions, and a continued focus on green initiatives. The season ends on 3rd May 2026.
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
5th October 2025
First Glance at Winter in Austria
Autumn snow is falling in Austria with five glacier resorts open and two more to follow next weekend. Time to see what Austria has to offer this winter.
2nd October 2025
Interest Seems to be Growing in Second Hand Ski Gear
New research from Inghams Ski claims a rise in demand for second-hand ski gear – with searches up 51% compared to last year.
2nd October 2025
Foreign Office Warns UK Skiers That Helmets Compulsory in Italy Next Winter
All people on ski slopes in Italian resorts will need to wear a helmet. Failing to do so could lead to a fine and suspension of lift pass. UPDATED
1st October 2025
Autumn Shoulder Season in the French Alps
There is currently a growing interest in being in the Alps in Spring and Autumn, the so-called shoulder season outside of summer and winter. PlanetSKI sees what’s on offer in St Gervais in a two part post. UPDATED
1st October 2025
Countdown to Winter Ski Season of 2025/26 Starts Now!
October is underway and that means one thing – the ski season is around the corner. UPDATED
29th September 2025
Italian Ski Resort to Limit People on Slopes at Busy Periods
Madonna di Campiglio in the Dolomites joins a couple of other European ski areas to limit the number of people on its slopes. Other resorts will be watching the move with interest.
25th September 2025
PlanetSKI Visits Belgium
You may ask what this has to do with skiing as we take an autumn break in Belgium. Good question.
25th September 2025
Shoulder Season in the Alps
There is currently a growing interest in being in the Alps in Spring and Autumn, the so-called shoulder season outside of summer and winter. PlanetSKI sees what’s on offer in St Gervais in a two part post. 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
Maison Sport Claims Success
The snowsport lesson booking platform has reported a record-breaking 2024/25 season. The season of 2025/26 is off to a good start as the more skiers and snowboarder books lessons in a different way.
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.
20th September 2025
PlanetSKI Visits Bruges in Belgium
You may ask what this has to do with skiing as we take an autumn break in Belgium. Good question.
20th September 2025
Alpine Fleet Expands for Next Winter
Alpine Fleet is a ski-airport transfer company specialising in getting skiers from major hubs to Alpine resorts in France, Switzerland, and Austria. It offers shared, private & premium transfers with multiple airport options, and a growing network of ski resorts.
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
London Snow Show Kicks Off
It’s all happening at Olympia this weekend – ski, snowboard, travel & après fun combined. UPDATED
13th September 2025
OVO Network Unveils 50 New Chalets + 2 New Resorts for Next Season
Chalet Specialist OVO Network has added Saint Martin de Belleville & Les Contamines, alongside 50 new chalets sleeping from four to 15 guests. UPDATED
13th September 2025
Jackson Hole Celebrates 60th Birthday
The legendary US resort has been offering deep powder skiing, and more besides, for six decades. We look back at its history and ahead to the future.
11th September 2025
New Joint Lift Pass for Swiss Resorts
Joint lift passes are all the rage. The US ones of Epic, Ikon and Indy are growing in Europe. The Swiss Magic Pass has been around for a while and now we have the new AlpsPass.
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
8th September 2025
Shoulder Season Skiers on the Rise
That’s the claim from VIP SKI that says latest figures show double-digit growth in early December and spring family bookings. It is fueled by snow-sure resorts and changing travel habits.
7th September 2025
PlanetSKI Prepares Itself for Winter on the Greek Island of Tinos
We’re holed up on the island, preparing content for the approaching winter. We’re also updating all the news, plus looking at the skiing on offer in Greece and seeing if a ski trip should be combined with a visit to other parts of the country. NEW
6th September 2025
Autumn Snow Falls in the Alps
There has been some fresh snow at altitude in the Alps. It’s fallen on some of the glacier areas, some of which are hoping to open later this month. UPDATED
5th September 2025
Inghams Ski Unveils What’s New for Next Season
With over 90 years of expertise, the ski holiday specialist has a lineup of exciting destinations, new resorts and chalet offerings, as well as expanding their industry leading rail packages.
4th September 2025
Peak Retreats Bought by Employees
The award-winning French Alps ski specialist is the only UK ski company to be employee-owned. It was founded in 2002.
1st September 2025
New EU Border Rules Start Next Month
The EU Entry-Exit System, EES, will start to be rolled out from October 12th & implemented over a six-month period. It coincides with the ski season with most UK skiers & snowboarders affected.
1st September 2025
As Ski Tourist Numbers Grow in Japan Changes are Introduced
It is the No 1 bucket ski list destination with huge amounts of snow and an overall experience second to none. We update on the introduction of new regulations for international visitors resulting in more bureaucracy and cost.
28th August 2025
Indy Pass Expands Further into Europe
The Indy Pass already offers several areas in Europe and now it has added another 14 including the Portes du Soleil with its twelve resorts in France and Switzerland.
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More US Resorts Open After Poor Start to Season
In contrast to Europe it has been a very poor start in many US ski areas.
Some resorts are finally opening.
It’s a different picture in Canada.
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More US Resorts Open After Poor Start to Season - PlanetSKI
In contrast to Europe it has been a very poor start in many US ski areas. Some resorts are finally opening. It's a different picture in Canada.
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Smoking Banned in French Ski Resorts
A smoking ban in France came into force last summer and it applies to ski resorts this winter.
There are some exceptions. See here for the full details.
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Smoking Banned in French Ski Resorts - PlanetSKI
A smoking ban in France came into force last summer and it applies to ski resorts this winter. There are some ...
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IOC Visits Venues for 2030 Olympics in French Alps
The 2030 organisers claim to have an ambitious vision for a new chapter in Winter Olympic history, combining deep-rooted tradition with forward-thinking innovation.
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IOC Visits Venues for 2030 Olympics in French Alps - PlanetSKI
The 2030 organisers claim to have an ambitious vision for a new chapter in Winter Olympic history, combining deep-...
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