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Luxxing It Up in Lech Austria

Luxxing It Up in Lech Austria

Maria Boyle explores Lech in Austria, Europe’s most captivating winter retreat. Over the last 15 years, my family and I have been lucky enough to visit many of Europe’s top…

Val Thorens, Les 3 Vallées

Val Thorens, Les 3 Vallées

There is evidence of human settlement in this valley as early as 2000BC and it was to be densely populated over the years with communities of shepherd farmers. However its modern existence as a world famous ski resort…

In The Footsteps of James Bond

In The Footsteps of James Bond

Maria Boyle and daughter Daisy follow in the footsteps of James Bond as they visit Sölden in Austria and enjoy the 007 lifestyle both on and off the slopes. Holiday…

Hotelplan UK Climate Action Plan

Hotelplan UK Climate Action Plan

As part of the Hotelplan UK travel group’s Climate Action Plan, tour operators, Inghams, Esprit and Santa’s Lapland have taken further significant steps for sustainable travel. Measures include: Becoming one…

Interested in Ski?

Whether it is traditional Alpine and cross-country skiing, or snowboarding and freestyle skiing, ski holidays have become increasingly popular and accessible the world over, even in non-traditional winter sports countries.

History of Skiing

Even our prehistoric ancestors knew how to inject a bit of fun into winter by strapping early skis onto their feet for hunting and travelling. The earliest skis date to between 8,000 and 7,000 BCE. Today, with things like heli skiing and specialised skiing apps, we’ve truly come a long way.

Ski Resorts

From a 40-plusser’s first-time skiing in Niseko, Japan to hitting the slopes and ice skating in undiscovered Almaty, Kazakhstan, check out our first-hand experiences of skiing resorts.

Ski Deals

You can also browse here the offers and deals for skiing and winter holidays we publish from specialised travel operators.

Ski Fun

So whether you’re a virgin on the slopes or a super hero on snow, take advantage of the increasing number of winter fun options on offer year on year.