Category Archives: Ski Holiday Tips
Ski back protectors: Do you need one for skiing?
A ski back protector is designed to reduce the impact force transmitted to the back in certain impacts, but it cannot prevent every back or spinal injury. Back protectors are not universally required for recreational skiing, so whether you choose … Continue reading
Grands Montets reopening 2026/27: What actually opens in Chamonix this winter
A major part of the Grands Montets reconstruction is scheduled to open in Chamonix this winter, but the project will not be complete. The new 10 person gondola connecting Argentière with Lognan is due to enter service for the Christmas … Continue reading
Ski Resorts with a Folie Douce: Where the Après Party Begins
Table of Contents What Makes Folie Douce so Popular? Val Thorens @ 2,600m Val d’Isere @ 2,400m Meribel & Courchevel @ 2,100m Les Arcs @ 1,800m Alpe D’Huez @ 2,300m The Skiworld Catered Chalet Experience For many skiers, the perfect … Continue reading
Best Value Ski Accommodation: Catered Chalets
Catered chalets offer one of the best all-round ski holiday experiences. With hosted catering, convenient locations and a range of facilities, they tick many of the boxes that matter when choosing where to stay in the mountains. Better still, with … Continue reading
When is the Best Time to Book a Ski Holiday?
It’s one of the most common questions we’re asked every year: when is the best time to book a ski holiday? The honest answer is… it depends on what you’re looking for. Some skiers book almost as soon as holidays … Continue reading
Solo Skiing: Top Tips for Enjoying the Mountain Alone
Solo skiing can be one of the most rewarding ways to enjoy the mountains. You can set your own pace, choose exactly where you want to ski and take as many coffee breaks as you like. But skiing alone does … Continue reading
Chocolate-Box Chalets: Why Choose a Traditional Catered Ski Holiday
Some ski holidays are all about chasing first lifts, clocking up the kms and squeezing every second out of the ski day. Others are about slowing the pace, soaking up the alpine atmosphere and embracing the fact you’re on HOLIDAY. … Continue reading
Why Skiing in January is the Right Thing To Do
Peak dates during the ski season are incredibly popular, and of course, skiing at these festive and school holiday times certainly have their benefits. But are these the only weeks of the winter worth heading to the mountains for? Oh … Continue reading
Best Value Lift Passes: Most Miles for Your Money
When planning a ski holiday, lift passes can take a serious chunk out of your budget, so getting the most skiing for your money can really matter. While it’s tempting to focus on the lowest lift pass price, the real … Continue reading
Insider Tips for Booking Group Ski Holidays
Whether you’re organising a group of six friends or sixty, group ski holidays are one of the best ways to share unforgettable mountain experiences. The magic lies in the variety of the group itself – different skiing abilities, ages, couples … Continue reading