12th October 2023
As Arc 1950 Turns 20 We look at its Past and What this Season Holds in Store
Arc 1950 sits high in Paradiski, one of the largest and highest ski areas in the Alps. We look back at its 20 years and forward to the future.
Travel & Holiday
7th October 2023
Save Money on Your Ski Trip
We have just fully updated the PlanetSKI Guide to Saving Money – it’s full of handy tips and practical advice. It sits in another section of the web site but we re-produce it here. UPDATED
5th October 2023
Fancy Free Tickets to the UK Snow Shows?
The first is in Birmingham this weekend, and then another in London a week later. PlanetSKI readers can get free tickets to both. Read on for more…
4th October 2023
PlanetSKI Stays in 14th Century French Chateau in Alps
We’ve stayed in some varied and interesting places in our travels around the Alps. But never a genuine French chateau. Check out the Le Chateau de Candie in Chambery.
3rd October 2023
SNO Sets Out its Stall for Next Winter
SNO offers more than one million ski package deals creating the widest selection of chalet, hotel, and self-catered skiing accommodation online.
3rd October 2023
Latest Ski Deals for 2023/2024
★ Further £100 off Sunweb Holidays
★ Winter Train Tickets on sale to Alps
★ Ski & snowboard rental discount
★ 5% Off Ski Lift resort transfers UPDATED
3rd October 2023
Winter Train Tickets for French Alps Now On Sale
It is only for the first part of winter but if you are interested now is the time to book. There is growing interest in taking the train, but currently only 2% of UK skiers do so. UPDATED
2nd October 2023
What’s New in Verbier for Next Winter?
PlanetSKI reports from the Swiss resort as we look ahead to what is coming for the approaching ski season.
26th September 2023
Cairngorm Funicular Close Down Continues
The funicular railway at Cairngorm Mountain looks set to remain out of operation until mid-October. It’s the latest setback to the troubled lift.
26th September 2023
PlanetSKI is in the Jura Mountains
We’ve been in the Pyrenees and the Alps on our autumn tour of the mountains, now its time for the Jura. One of Europe’s little-known and under-appreciated ranges. UPDATED
23rd September 2023
Ski France Offers Four New Contactless Catered Chalets
Ready for the upcoming winter, leading French accommodation provider, Ski France, has added four new Contactless Catered Chalets to its portfolio. But what are ‘contactless chalets’?
21st September 2023
National Snow Week Approaches
It starts with the National Snow Show in Birmingham and ends with a new Snow Show in London. In between are some new offerings.
21st September 2023
PlanetSKI Is In the Alps
We’re in Chambery: hiking at altitude, nosing round the ancient town, plus staying in a Chateau. We have a bit of time on our hands between matches in the Rugby World Cup. UPDATED
20th September 2023
New for the Tirol Next Winter
There are around 80 ski resorts with 3,400kms of prepared pistes. Then there is the off piste… See here for all that is on offer in the Austrian region next winter.
20th September 2023
Which is the Best Resort in the Alps?
Zermatt wins the title of Best Ski Resort in the Alps according to the Best Ski Resort Report, conducted every two years. What’s your favourite resort and why?
UPDATED
19th September 2023
Inghams Ski Launch Rail Packages to 22 resorts across 4 Alpine Countries
The new routes for the 23/24 season are designed to offer a low hassle, sustainable option to the Alps. Interest in taking the train to the Alps is on the up, but it will take a huge change to see significant numbers travelling by train.
19th September 2023
SKI DEALS FOR WINTER 2023/24
* £150 off Crystal Ski Holidays to Europe
* Save £150 with Inghams to Lapland
* Sunweb Holidays offers up to £350 discounts UPDATED
17th September 2023
PlanetSKI’s Autumn Trip to the Alps & Pyrenees Continues
We’ve been in the Pyrenees. We’re heading to the Alps and then hopefully it’s the Jura. Plus we’re taking in the Rugby World Cup. Did we mention golf and lilo testing? UPDATED
16th September 2023
Festive Short Ski Breaks in France with VIP SKI
Christmas & New Year fall on the weekend this year, so VIP SKI is offering mid-week to mid-week ski holidays + some short break options. NEW
15th September 2023
What’s on Offer in Val Thorens For This Winter?
There is a great deal happening this winter in Val Thorens – the highest ski resort in Europe. There’s a host of new offerings both on and off the slopes.
14th September 2023
Where Is The Best Value Lift Pass in Europe?
A survey has concluded it is the Dolomiti Superski area in Italy. It costs €0.31 per km of slope. We have the details of the report’s 21 resorts surveyed. UPDATED
13th September 2023
PlanetSKI Is In The Pyrenees
We’re back in our natural habitat – the mountains. We are in France for 4-weeks (hopefully longer) for the Rugby World Cup. Be rude not to spend the downtime between matches in the Pyrenees & the Alps. UPDATED
12th September 2023
New Rail Map to Access French Ski Resorts
A new map of rail routes to ski resorts in France claims to give skiers a clearer picture of how they can travel to the mountains by train. Some already think it is far too complex.
11th September 2023
Netflix Co-Founder Invests $100m in Powder Mountain
Reed Hastings is now the majority shareholder in Powder Mountain in Utah and is investing $100m. It is one of PlanetSKI’s favourite ski areas in the US.
10th September 2023
PlanetSKI’s Autumn Trip to the Alps & the Pyrenees
We’re always in the mountains for the Winter & ski into Spring. Then we’re back in the Summer. Now we’re in the mountains of France for the Autumn. Plus taking in the Rugby World Cup. UPDATED
6th September 2023
Ski Deals for Winter 2023/2024
* Ski France Lift pass offer (time sensitive)
* Save 20% with Pierre et Vacances at Portes du Soleil
* Guaranteed discount on ski & snowboard rental
* Save 5% on airport transfers with Ski Lifts UPDATED
6th September 2023
What’s New this Winter in Morzine-Avoriaz?
There’s a host of new offerings both on and off the slopes in the linked French resorts. Plus the area is strengthening its environmental credentials.
1st September 2023
Snow Falls in Australia After Some Close Early
Several smaller resorts have closed but finally some snow has been falling. It’s been a generally poor winter in Australia, but an excellent one in New Zealand. And as for South America… Wow! UPDATED
31st August 2023
New Eurostar Ski Route to French Alps
Eurostar has announced a new ski service from London to the Alps via Lille. UK tour operator, Inghams Ski, is among those selling the product with a ski holiday included. It has met with mixed reaction. UPDATED
17th August 2023
European Gay Ski Week Heads to Val Thorens
It takes place in the high altitude French resort 16th – 23rd March 2024. Sunweb is the official booking partner allowing people to select flights, accommodation, lift pass and event pass in one package.
4th August 2023
Family Hunt for Missing British Hiker in Swiss Alps
29-year old Aidan Roche was last seen in the Grindelwald area. An extensive search has failed to find any trace of him.
4th August 2023
Jackson Hole Ski Resort is Sold
The iconic US resort has been run by the Kemmerer family for the past 31 years. It says it has fulfilled the goal of keeping the resort independent as it is sold. UPDATED
29th July 2023
More Snow Falls in New Zealand
It had been a poor ski season for snow, but now it has been falling heavily. Skiers and snowboarders are celebrating after a poor start to winter. UPDATED
23rd July 2023
Snow Conditions in Australia and New Zealand
Australia has seen a good winter so far. Sadly it is a different story in the ski areas of New Zealand, but snow is in the forecast.
17th July 2023
Cool Off in Austria this Summer
As a land-locked country, Austria might not be the most obvious choice for a beach or watersports holiday. Not so.
10th July 2023
Australia Sees More Heavy Snow
The latest snowstorm to hit the ski resorts is the biggest so far. It’s not so good in neighbouring New Zealand with resorts in South America now opening. UPDATED
10th July 2023
Crystal Ski Holidays Announces Spain & Slovenia as New Destinations
Crystal Ski Holidays has unveiled two new destinations for next winter. There’s Spain, as well as the budget-friendly Slovenia.
6th July 2023
Ski Parents Angry as Insurance Company Refuses to Pay Out
A Brighton school had to cancel an Easter ski trip to Italy because of delays at Dover last winter. No refunds have been able to be claimed.
27th June 2023
PlanetSKI Goes Hiking & E-Mountain Biking in the Tirol
We’re continuing our summer Tour of the Tirol in St Johann. We’ve been E-mountain biking & now we’re hiking. Summer in the Alps…UPDATED
27th June 2023
New Zealand Resorts Re-Open as Snow Returns
Some snow has fallen and resorts are re-opening. The NZ season started well but high temperatures and rain took their toll. It’s better in Australia, with South America looking good. UPDATED
23rd June 2023
PlanetSKI Goes Summer Skiing on a Glacier + Exploring 30m Deep Inside It
We’re making a few turns on the Hintertux glacier that’s open year round if conditions allow. We’re also going 30m inside the glacier exploring its caves & tunnels. It’s all part of our summer tour in the Tirol.
22nd June 2023
PlanetSKI Visits the Tirol in the Summer
We’re here for a spot of summer glacier skiing. Plus a whole load more – e-biking, walking, visiting underground glacier lakes, mountain karting, hiking the Hahnenkamm & a city break in Innsbruck. Read on to see what awaits us in the Tirol… UPDATED
15th June 2023
Luxury Ski Travel Market Resilient & Back to Pre-Covid Levels
A MTN survey conducted in partnership with the Ski Club of Great Britain shows the workings of the luxury ski market and how it compares to the rest of the market. We have the full survey and details.
14th June 2023
Snow Finally Falls in Australia
Resorts opened last weekend, the King’s Weekend, with some only offering magic carpets and beginner slopes. Others didn’t run any lifts at all. Now things are changing. NEW & UPDATED
14th June 2023
Crystal Ski Holidays Expands Ski Holidays for Beginners
It’s ‘Slope Starter’ packages mean people can now choose from Andorra and France in packages exclusively for beginners.
12th June 2023
Colorado Predicts Record Number of Skiers Last Winter
It was a bumper year for snowfall and Colorado Ski Country reports skier visits increased nearly 8% over last year’s total. The final numbers are being crunched.
9th June 2023
Snow Record & Size of Ski Area are Main Factors for UK Skiers
That’s the conclusion of a survey by Iglu Ski – the UK’s largest ski travel agency. It offers over 200 ski resorts across 18 countries and three continents. UPDATED
8th June 2023
Record-Breaking Number of Skiers in Utah Last Winter
It had the best snow ever recorded with visits up 22% on the previous record that was set a year earlier. PlanetSKI looks back at the season in Utah.
8th June 2023
Lack of Snow at Start of Australia Ski Season
The resorts were due to open this weekend, but the weather has not been kind. There has been a last minute dusting with at least 3 resorts offering limited skiing. Things are looking better in New Zealand with the first resort set to open on Saturday. UPDATED
6th June 2023
PlanetSKI turns into PlanetBOAT. Again.
Readers with a long memory will recall that in 2021 PlanetSKI didn’t get to the mountains due to Covid-19 restrictions. So, we did a few other outdoor activities in the UK including a 4-day boat trip on the Thames. We’ve just been back for more.
1st June 2023
The Southern Hemisphere’s Snowiest Ski Resorts
In the run up to the 2023 Southern Hemisphere winter, new data analysis has unveiled which ski resorts receive the most snowfall, based on historical data trends. UPDATED
25th May 2023
Hope for Two New Zealand Resorts Threatened with Closure
Whakapapa and Turoa ski resorts went into voluntary administration last season with debts of $45m. It seems that rescue deals are near to completion.
25th May 2023
Snowcamp’s 3 Valley Rally Confirmed for 2024
The inaugural event took place last season raising more than £325,000 for the snowsport charity. It is taking place April 13th – 16th 2024.
22nd May 2023
Further Snow Falls in Australia as the Season Approaches
There has been some snow and the cannons have been fired up as resorts plan to open early in June. Check out the latest from Down Under. UPDATED
15th May 2023
It’s Still Possible to Ski in Europe – Just
The year-round glacier resorts of Hintertux in Austria and Zermatt in Switzerland are open with a few others still offering some skiing and snowboarding. UPDATED
13th May 2023
PlanetSKI Rides the Cable Cars of San Francisco
We are in the city ahead of a Spring ski trip to Palisades Tahoe and Mammoth Mountain. We reckon any ski trip to this part of California deserves some time in one of the greatest cities in the USA.
11th May 2023
Tirol in the Summer
There’s hiking, biking, climbing, cultural activities, relaxing and much more. With something for families, adrenaline junkies and everyone in between. See what’s on offer in the summer in one of PlanetSKI’s favourite winter playgrounds.
7th May 2023
Handful of Ski Resorts Still Open
99.9% of ski resorts in Europe are now shut but a few remain open with fresh snow falling. More are open in North America with PlanetSKI currently in California. UPDATED
5th May 2023
Skiing in Australia
The first snow is falling with resorts firing up their snow cannons. Winter Down Under is fast approaching. Check out the latest. UPDATED
25th April 2023
Which Ski Resorts Are Still Open?
Quite a few places are open & April conditions are the best in recent years. UPDATED
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Snow report
April’s Ski News in Brief
- Skier Numbers Drop Slightly in Andorra
https://planetski.eu/2024/04/01/aprils-ski-news-in-brief/
The worldwide snow and mountain industry is in a good place despite some reports to the contrary.
That’s the conclusion of the 2024 International Snow & Mountain Tourism report.
See here for further details: https://planetski.eu/2024/04/16/international-snow-mountain-tourism-report-2024-published/
April’s Ski News in Brief
- First Races of Patrouille des Glaciers Cancelled
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Provisional 2024/25 FIS Alpine World Cup Calendar Out
It’s a familiar mix but with some new additions.
Some changes/updates are expected as feedback is given.
https://planetski.eu/2024/04/16/provisional-2024-25-fis-alpine-world-cup-calendar-out/
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