Before you go on your holiday, check back here to see any relevant travel updates. If we become aware of any potential disruption to our traveling guests, we will notify affected lead-bookers by email and/or SMS directly.

Updated 19th February

Avalanche Risk

Given the recent heavy snowfall across the Alps this season, it is a great time to enjoy the mountains. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, we recommend checking the local daily avalanche bulletin (the BERA in France or local equivalents) before heading out, as risk levels can change rapidly with new snow and wind. Staying on marked and open pistes is the simplest way to enjoy the snow safely; however, if you are planning to venture off-piste, please ensure you are equipped with a transceiver, probe, and shovel, and consider hiring a professional guide who knows the local terrain and current snowpack stability.

Key Recommendations for a Safe Trip

• Check the Rating: Consult the European Avalanche Danger Scale (1–5) daily. Remember that Level 3 ("Considerable") is statistically when most accidents occur.
• Follow the Rules: Respect all slope closures and "strongly discouraged" warnings issued by resort management.
• Safety Gear: Never go off-piste without a working transceiver (turned on and charged), a shovel, and a probe.
• Travel in Groups: If skiing off-piste, go one at a time on steeper sections and keep a safe distance between group members.
• Watch the Weather: Be extra cautious after heavy snowfall or during periods of high wind and rapid temperature rises, which can stress the snowpack.

Updated 18th February

Significant Snowfall Expected - Your Travel May Be Affected

The significant spell of snowfall continues across the Alps this week with more expected over the next few days. Perfect timing for your ski holiday!

As ever, when heavy snow is in play, journey times to and from resorts can be longer than usual. To stay comfortable, we recommend packing a few essentials in your hand luggage for the transfer: water, snacks, books or music, phone chargers, and a little extra entertainment for younger travellers.

If you're travelling on a Skiworld transfer, rest assured you're in expert hands. Our team will be there to meet you at the airport, having travelled directly from resort and fully briefed on the latest road, traffic and weather conditions, so plans can be adjusted as efficiently as possible if needed.

Updated 6th February

Resort Access Conditions

A municipal decree is currently in force for Val Thorens and Les Menuires requiring vehicles to be properly equipped with winter tyres and/or suitable snow chains (not snow socks) to access the resorts.

Depending on weather and road conditions, access may be refused to inadequately equipped vehicles, and snow socks may be insufficient in heavy snow or icy conditions.

While this applies specifically to the Belleville Valley, challenging driving conditions may affect other resorts in the coming days. These measures help ensure a safe and smooth arrival, with excellent snow conditions awaiting in resort.

Updated 1st October 2025

EU Entry/Exit System (EES)

As you may be aware, The European Union has started a phased introduction of the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) from 12th October 2025.

This means that some entry points will be collecting passport and biometric data (fingerprints) from now on, whereas others will start with partial collection and gradually increase approaching the deadline.

By 10th April 2026, all EU entry points are required to operate the EES. This may initially cause slightly longer delays at border points.

For the most up-to-date information, visit ABTA's website or the European Union travel pages on the EES and ETIAS.

Updated 29th July

Eurostar EU Entry/Exit System Updates

EES machines will be located opposite Pret and Starbucks at the end of the main concourse in St Pancras.

All passengers will need to go to these machines before they make their way to the Eurostar area.

Please allow extra time to input the required information at the machines.

For more information, visit the Eurostar website. 

Updated 27th March 2024

Passport Validity Requirements - EU Countries

If you are planning to travel to an EU country e.g. France or Austria, follow the Schengen area passport requirements.

Your passport must:

• have a ‘date of issue’ less than 10 years before the date you arrive – if you renewed your passport before 1 October 2018, it may have a date of issue that is more than 10 years ago
• have an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave the Schengen area

For full information, visit the gov.uk entry requirements pages for the country you intend to travel to e.g. gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/france/entry-requirements