You’ve already had your first taste of powder and now you’re back for more. If you’ve got the basics nailed, it’s time to take the step up to blue runs. We’ve scoured the mountains of Europe to find the ski areas in the Alps with the most blue pistes. We’re looking beyond the number of runs at each resort but instead how many runs you’ll be able to access with ease. 11. Sestrière – 54 Blue Pistes Sestrière is part…
Ski boots are entirely different to any other shoe. There are some unexpected considerations to make when trying on ski boots. If you’re doing this for the first time, or simply want a bit of advice to ensure you get the right size, we’re on hand to help. If you’re heading for the Alps this season, get your equipment right first time with our ski boot fitting guide. Ski Boot Fitting Advice First of all, let’s start with some simple…
Don’t panic! A ski holiday with kids doesn’t have to be the nightmare you’ve heard about. If you prepare fully and understand the difficulties you may encounter, you can have a great time on the slopes with your children. Here’s some essential advice for parents and families. Get it Right When Booking We’ve already offered some essential advice on booking a family ski holiday. This covers some considerations to make at the booking stage which will ease your family’s trip…
We love a ski holiday! They’re unlike any other trip you’ll have. If you’re hitting the slopes with the whole family, you’re going to need do a bit of planning in advance. From the resort you visit to childcare options – make sure you’ve got it all covered. Here’s some essential advice for booking a family ski holiday. Find a Family Friendly Resort We can’t emphasise this more! Finding a resort which is ideal for the whole family is an…
Alpine ski season is just around the corner to offer plenty of fun for those who love winter sports. Maybe you have a dilemma: to book ski holiday early or wait for the last minute bargain? There are a lot of benefits to being an early bird and planning your winter vacation sooner rather than later. Early booking is ideal if you want to get a cheap ski deal and have plenty of options. Or maybe you not only prefer…
Bavaria is not only the largest federal state in Germany, it is also the most scenic one. This place keeps its clichéd promises – you will see many beautiful forests, mountains, castles, lakes and rivers. It really has it all for those who appreciate nature and great outdoors. If you are considering going to Bavaria, read our suggestions on our top five favorite places of the magical land of beer. Munich Officially Munich is the capital of Bavaria; unofficially…
The ski season is over, the snow melts away and you’re left thinking: so now what? We say, it’s time to stop crying about the end of the ski season and start some shopping! Yes, you read it right – shopping. Spring is the best time to get rid of the old and outworn clothing, so why not change your ski equipment? When the season is over, it’s time for shops to make room for incoming ski & snowboard products….
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word ‘Alps’? Everyone associates it with something different yet common – snow, high altitude, skiing, meadows, cows, wooden chalets, musical “The sound of music”… You name it. But there’s always something new to discover about this wonderful and almost magical place. Here are five cool facts about the Alps, which can serve as great conversation starters! This is what we’ll be covering: Etymology Highest mountain Tourism Nature…
One of the most frequently asked questions when planning a ski trip is “Where’s the best skiing in the Alps?” As you can imagine, it’s not a question with an easy answer. Given that the Alps are very broad and they cover eight different countries, it is very difficult to list the best ski resorts in one article. To make the task easier, we created 5 different categories – the most modern town, the most historic town, a wallet friendly…
So you have mastered the basics of snowboarding, you’re linking turns and feel confident on your board? Great! Then you are ready to move on and try out some of our intermediate snowboarding tips, because there’s nothing better than nailing a new trick, tearing up a new run or hitting a new feature for the first time. Of course, these tips can’t take the place of a great snowboard instructor, but will give you some things to think about when…
