Keeping its title for the seventh year in a row, Val Thorens once again grabbed the honour of being named, the world’s best ski resort. Given by the World Ski Award organisation, it proves the resort’s dedication to the industry and a high reputation within the French tourism sector. The...
Posted on 26 November 2019
Look at a map of France and that large area curling around Switzerland and Italy can get a little confusing, since the French government reorganised its regions and created 13 vast metropolitan areas from the previous 22. The great news is that the intricacies of French regional politics do not...
Posted on 19 April 2019
Results of a survey conducted by holiday company Club Med say British skiers in Europe prefer France as an ideal holiday destination. The annual ski report explores changing dynamics in the snowboarding and skiing holiday industry. Out of 1000 people surveyed online about their skiing habits, 28% had chosen France...
Posted on 11 January 2019
The Daily Telegraph has released their list of the best ski resorts in the world as rated by reader views and regular skiers won’t be surprised to see many French alpine towns making the cut. Attracting thousands of annual visitors, the French Alps are home to many new and timeless...
Posted on 05 January 2019
Ski resorts across the Alps are basking in glory after considerable snowfall has verified a white Christmas will happen. Until last week, many areas lacked snow, with lower mountain regions still looking green. Up to 140 cm has been recorded in some resorts, and the Daily Telegraph reports that only...
Posted on 15 December 2018
Knowing the safety advice for a skiing holiday is of utmost importance, for both experienced and novice skiers. Even experienced skiers have accidents if they steer away from time-honoured advice or get caught off guard. Official information is priceless, and this is where the Ski Federation, UK Ski Club and...
Posted on 11 December 2018
The Daily Telegraph reports that recently approved plans will make the Swindon Ski Centre, opening in 2020, one of the UK’s largest indoor snow slopes. The project, headed by the already famous Snow Centre will be built within the existing North Star Village, and when complete will offer 500,000 square...
Posted on 05 December 2018
As resorts around the world enjoy the skiing season, ABTA has released their annual warning about ski travel insurance. An article on their website says 2.5 million Brits that go skiing aren’t aware that the terms and conditions of their insurance do not cover them on the slopes. Extreme Sports...
Posted on 25 November 2018
In 2015, Beijing won a bid to host the 2022 winter Olympic games, and since then, China has embraced snow sports with open arms. Such is their vast popularity, Shanghai will become home of the world’s largest indoor ski resort, overtaking the current one in Harbin. Once operational, over 3.3...
Posted on 09 November 2018
You’d be forgiven for assuming any ski resort in the Tarentaise Valley that boasts altitude, spectacular views and authentic charm would demand sky-high premium prices for the property on offer there. Especially when you consider the precedent set by some of the region’s world-famous salubrious destinations: Val d’Isère, Courchevel, Méribel...
Posted on 10 April 2017
