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Ski & Snowboard with kids and make the most of your family vacation

November 24, 2015 Denis Elkin

Skiing with children may seem impossible for many parents who cannot imagine finding appropriate childcare or skiing instructors that they trust, and then having the peace of mind to actually enjoy the slopes. However, the overall picture is not so bad. In fact, ski resorts increasingly continue to offer flexible childcare, ski and snowboard schools, as well as many off-slope activities. In order to have the most memorable family vacation, we prepared a few tips on what to consider before…

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5 tips before purchasing your first snowboard

November 17, 2015 Denis Elkin

Hey there, all snow lovers! Have you already tried having fun on slopes for a couple times and have finally decided to purchase your own snowboarding equipment? Here are 5 wonderful tips from a professional snowboarder Kevin (SnowboardProCamp) – what are the most important key points to take into account before making your decision and buying your first snowboard! Buy all mountain regular camber snowboard All mountain basically means that this particular board will fit all types of slopes, mountain…

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Woman wearing a helmet and glasses on the background of snow

To wear or not to wear? The great discussion on helmets – should I use one while skiing or not?

November 9, 2015 Denis Elkin

Wearing helmets used to be not that cool back in the days, but recent market researches show that helmet demand has significantly increased during the past couple of years. Is it because of trendy factors or is it because of skiers and snowboarders having higher responsibility nowadays? Being safe is cool! Helmet use among skiers and boarders has risen exponentially in the past 10 years. They’re no longer uncool – a recent study in Austria showed that more experts…

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5 reasons why skiing is better than snowboarding

October 30, 2015 Denis Elkin

As we already wrote on our previous blog article, there are some major differences and diverse opinions between skiers and snowboarders – which type of mountain sport is better – skiing snowboarding? We have already overlooked the main facts in favour to snowboarding, but here your friends skiers might disagree and tell the benefits of skiing. So here are 5 reasons why skiing is better than snowboarding! Skiing is way faster and will take you higher and further than…

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5 Reasons Why Snowboarding is Better than Skiing

October 27, 2015 Denis Elkin

Since the beginning of snowboarding culture, there have been so many debates and arguments between skiers and snowboarders – which type of mountain sport is better? While skiers are fighting for their truth and defending the benefits and pros of skiing, here are the 5 reasons why snowboarders would never change their beloved boards against skis! Ski Boots vs Snowboarding Boots Snowboarding boots are really comfortable if compared to rigid and drastic skiing boots. Their structure allows snowboarders to move…

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Preparing your gear for upcoming skiing season

October 21, 2015 Denis Elkin

While you are already all over the place with new skiing season – reading blogs, articles, watching movies and getting inspired and excited any other possible way, your skiing gear might be still hiding somewhere deep in the closet, garage or other fairly abandoned places. Well, who knows in what condition your equipment is – how rusty the edges are, how many rodents and spiders have inhabited your boots? Get ready for the skiing season and make sure your wonderful…

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Top 5 health benefits from skiing!

October 12, 2015 Denis Elkin

Skiing and snowboarding season is rapidly approaching and snow-lovers are already thrilled and excited to open the new season. Mountain holidays and activities are incredibly inspiring and relaxing – all those wonderful sceneries of crystal white mountain peaks, inviting powdery snow on pistes and lovely little chalets and cafeterias that serve delicious beverages and snacks. At the end of the holiday – this all sums up in a wonderful experience and overall – great emotional state, but did you know…

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Check-list of Must-have Things for Everyone Going on the Slopes!

October 2, 2015 Denis Elkin

Today more and more people encourage themselves to spend their vacations in mountains – either skiing, snowboarding or perhaps just enjoying the view, fresh air and fantastic atmosphere. Skiing veterans already know their check-list of things for their mountain holidays, but regardless of their experience – some minor yet so essential things can be missing in either professionals’, either beginners’ skiing holiday checklist! Make sure once again that you have everything! Ski equipment / Gear Having your own skiing equipment…

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200+ Years of Beer Drinking and Folk-Music Festivities – the One and Only – Oktoberfest!

September 24, 2015 Denis Elkin

Every year Oktoberfest takes place in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, and during these 16 days, more than 6 million people are attending this event. It’s the world’s largest Volksfest – beer festival and travelling funfair. It usually starts in the middle of September, taking advantage of warmer weather, and ends in the first week of October. This year the opening ceremony was held on 19th September and the festival will close on Sunday 4th October 10:30 pm. Source: www.oktoberfest.net So impressive,…

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Liechtenstein – a land of stupendous, picturesque mountains and gorgeous nature, sophisticated culture and wonderful, unique atmosphere.. and it all fits in only 160 square kilometres!

September 3, 2015 Denis Elkin

Liechtenstein or officially the Principality of Liechtenstein is a tiny, lovely German – speaking microstate in Central Europe located between two other Alpine countries – Switzerland and Austria. In only 160 square kilometres there is enough space for more than 37 000 people and compared to some of the biggest cities in the Europe – Liechtenstein country is precisely 10 times smaller than the city of London! Vaduz Castle – the home of the Prince of Liechtenstein. Source: www.bloomberg.com The rich…

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