After 50 million euros and six years of planning and construction, Bayerische Zugspitzebahn will inaugurate their new Zugspitze cable car this Frid...
It's impossible not to fall in love with Zermatt after your very first visit. This legendary ski resort at the foot of the Matterhorn (4478m) is ov...
Zermatt is set to complete construction of the world’s highest gondola by autumn 2018, in time for the 2018/19 winter ski season. The 45-million-eu...
Gnarly, dude! Inspired by John Hill's ice skateboard, Youtuber Davidsjones has done the seemingly impossible and created a snowboard completely mad...
Skiing in summer? Yes, it's possible! We're all depressed about the end of the 2018-19 ski season, and most of us are already counting the days to...
Usually we skiers and snowboarders flee as far as we can from the Alps as soon as they start showing hints of green. Who wants to ski on depressing...
Tax-free shopping during your ski holiday? There are at least three options for that! There are tax-free ski villages in Andorra, Italy and Switzer...
Skiers and snowboarders rejoice: winter is not over yet! After experiencing end-of-season stress at the milder, almost spring-like temperatures and...
The start of the 2018/19 ski season is almost upon us, so we figured this was the perfect time to give you the chance to win an amazing prize! We’v...
As the days get longer and the nights get shorter and shorter, many of us have already written off the ski season. But the winter is far from over!...
Voting is on! The annual Snowplaza Awards have begun and the race is on. Do you have a favourite ski resort in Austria, Switzerland, Italy or Franc...
How does it feel to be on a ski lift carrying you towards an erupting volcano? Skiers and snowboarders found out last week at Chilean ski resort Ne...
For those who like to tell friends all about their latest ski holiday, and, in particular, leave them wide-eyed and impressed, then here are three...
Even at the best of times, the Alps are a fair trek away. And now, in the middle of summer, the ski hills seem farther away than ever. But then, wh...
This gut-churning video analyses Simon Billy’s infamous crash in 2017 while vying for the speed skiing world record at Vars, France. Billy started...
For the first time ever in Val d’Isère’s 82-year history, this popular French ski resort plans to open its winter slopes in the summer! Although th...
With ski resorts constantly striving to offer better skiing, more skiing and more activities off the slopes, mega linked ski areas are quickly beco...
Ski season is well underway but it's never too late to plan a last-minute trip to the continent! From music festivals to international skiing and s...
The popular Königstour ski circuit in Austria’s Hochkönig ski resort is getting a facelift, with several lift upgrades and new pistes planned for t...
Following the inauguration of the Carosello 3000 gondola in December 2017, the Italian ski resort of Livigno has opened two more new lifts to furth...
The Kitzsteinhorn Glacier is getting even easier to reach with the inauguration of the 3K Kaprun-Kitzsteinhorn-K-onnection in the 2019-20 ski seaso...
Skiing in the famous champagne powder of the Rocky Mountains is at the top of the bucket list for many Europeans. Set against the backdrop of the R...
Ski holidays on a budget sounds like a pipe dream, but with a little clever thinking, you can go on ski holidays this year without breaking the ban...
Out with the old, in with the new: spice things up this year by spending New Year’s Eve 2019 in a ski resort! All across the Alps, skiers and snowb...
Every skier or snowboarder knows that moment: you've finally arrived at the ticket window, fresh-faced and eager to start your ski day... and your...
Ski season is also party season! As soon as the fluffy white snow starts falling across the Alps, ski resorts come alive with rockin’ music festiva...
Are you suffering from cold feet? (no, we don’t mean that kind!) Tired of being covered in bruises after a day of snowboarding? Panicking about how...
It’s nearly March 17 again and time for everyone’s favourite holiday – St. Patrick’s Day! With festivities in every corner of the world from Buenos...
Results are in: Snowplaza readers have decided on the 20 best ski resorts in the Alps in 2018! The Snowplaza Awards 2018 results range from posh Sw...
After last weekend’s snowfall, we’re getting pretty stoked for winter! Among the things we most look forward to are the dozens of parties, concerts...
Nothing beats a ski holiday with a group of your closest friends! No matter if half the group wants to tackle black pistes and the other half is st...
More and more ski resorts in the Alps are linking up or partnering to give skiers and snowboarders access to hundreds of kilometres of slopes with...
The highest-altitude ski areas are starting to open for ski season soon! Below is a list of ski areas that are projected to open in September and O...
Part of the reason we love our ski holidays so much is because they give us the chance to be at one with nature. So, smelly car exhaust fumes aren'...
For those of us who like broadening our horizons, there’s nothing better than endless slopes to explore. If you’re a diehard skier looking to rack...
A ski holiday isn’t a ski holiday without après-ski, and we can all thank Austria for propelling this once-tame tradition into an all-out party sce...
The Alps are home to some of the most spectacular panoramas in the world, but a surprising number of ski resorts manage to totally trash this scene...
The Tirol Snow Card is your ticket to one of the largest groups of ski areas in the world. Just one ticket grants you unlimited skiing all season l...
There's no denying that beginner skiers and boarders benefit greatly from lessons with a trained instructor. Professional lessons instil confidence...
The popular French ski resort of Tignes is planning to build an indoor ski slope at an altitude of 2000m to compensate for the melting snow and sho...
Austria’s Saalbach-Hinterglemm ski resort is famous for its 270km of slopes and fabulous après-ski scene. With four resorts combined into one, skie...
No 3-hour airport queues, no delayed flights, no teeny-tiny baggage allowance – this is what it’s like to take the Eurostar ski train to the French...
In November, several ski resorts will reopen for the season, which is ideal for winter sports enthusiasts who can't wait to go skiing again.
Snowplaza readers across Europe participated in our Vaya Resort contest over the last few weeks, with hopes of winning a 5-day ski holiday at the l...
Looking to try something new this year? Tired of going to the same old ski resort year after year? Whether you're a beginner or an expert, travelli...
It’s a well-known fact that one of the best parts of a ski holiday is the après-ski, and one of the best parts of après-ski is the beer. But more t...
It’s that time of year when millions of frantic shoppers make a mad dash for Oxford Street, panting jealously after those smug people who are alrea...
Have you skied all of these infamous slopes in the Alps? From the vertigo-inducing moguls of the Swiss Wall to steep FIS World Cup pistes and the s...
One of the best ways to get in the mood for winter is by binge-watching a few great ski and snowboard flicks. With temperatures dropping and the fi...
Germany’s Black Forest is a surreal cluster of dense forests and pristine lakes dotted over the mountains. In the heart of it all is Feldberg ski r...
The traditional snow dwellings of the Inuit people have a certain undeniable charm. At 2000m above sea level, Mayrhofen’s White Lounge Igloo Villag...
When thinking about winter sports, many people immediately think of Austria, France or Switzerland. But did you know that there are also beautiful...
Is it a cliff? Is it a ski jump? No, it’s the Harakiri piste in Mayrhofen ski resort, renowned for being Austria’s steepest slope adventure and a m...
Since acquiring Fieberbrunn in the 2015-26 ski season, the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn has become one of the largest ski res...
If you've already been to Zell am See - Kaprun, then you know it's an amazing ski area with loads of pistes to choose from. That being said, there...
Les Portes du Soleil is an enormous linked ski area that spans the French-Swiss border. You might have heard of some of its better-known resorts, s...
The Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn boasts around 270km of pistes, making it one of the largest ski areas in Austria. The villag...
With 270km of slopes, the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn ranks among the largest ski areas in Austria. Skiers and snowboarders...
Austria is a popular destination with skiers and snowboarders thanks to the excellent skiing conditions, the reliable snow and the huge ski areas....
Skiing is absolutely the best sport in the world but there’s no getting around it: you’re bound to experience some embarrassment and humiliation on...
For many skiers and snowboarders, the size of a ski resort is one of the main factors to consider when planning a ski holiday. With its generous of...
Sölden-Hochsölden is one of the most popular ski resorts in the Austrian Alps, and there’s no better way to experience this skiing hotspot than by...
If you’re one of those people who googles “best après-ski joints” before checking the number of slopes or the snow conditions at a ski resort, then...
The planning is still in the early stages and nothing is certain yet, but there have been whispers of a tentative link between Mayrhofen and Hochzi...
What are the best ski resorts for a winter sports holiday with children? To be honest, for most kids, a snowy slope and a sledge are already enough...
Skiing in Switzerland is famously expensive. That’s why, for the 2018/19 ski season, the official MySwitzerland tourism association is making your...
Did you know Norway also has summer skiing? Usually when we talk about summer skiing, the first things that come to mind are the glaciers in the Al...
So you haven’t yet decided where to spend your summer holiday this year and you fancy a change - well, summer skiing could be the answer! You’re a...
It's almost summertime in the Alps – time to get the lifts running and groom the slopes for the start of summer ski season! Yup, you heard that rig...
Nestled at the end of the Stubai Valley, Austria’s Stubai Glacier is one of the most popular glaciers in Austria. In the preseason, when the pictur...
Going on a ski holiday this weekend? Just because you’ll be spending March 17 far from the Emerald Isle, there’s no reason you should have to forgo...
For the 2019-20 ski season, St. Anton is replacing an old 3-person lift with a brand-new 10-person gondola. Replacing the old lift which took skier...
If you thought this year’s ski season was over, you can think again! Ski resorts across the Alps are finally celebrating the arrival of bluebird da...
Tucked in the interior of the Canadian province of British Columbia along the aptly named "Powder Highway" is a cluster of little-known ski resorts...
A ski holiday to the United States is on the bucket list of many skiers and snowboarders. But with so many resorts to choose from, it's hard to kno...
If you were looking for the most romantic date ever, then we’ve found it. Forget splashing out for a five-star hotel in a crowded city – La Plagne...
Sölden-Hochsölden kicked off the 2018/19 ski season yesterday with a fresh dump of powder. In fact, ski resorts across the Alps from France to Aust...
A glistening ribbon of snow spread out over the Zillertal valley, the Mayrhofen ski resort offers many kilometres of pistes at a variety of levels...
With Valentine’s day right around the corner, I’m sure we’re all eagerly awaiting the romantic weekend that our better half will have orchestrated...
They offer all the freedom of having two normal feet, plus the adrenaline rush of being able to whiz down the slopes. Are they the next snow sport?...
S'no missing Snowbombing! This event of epic proportions is a dream come true. Set in the Mayrhofen ski resort and featuring some big-name headline...
In most ski resorts, the season starts in December, but that does not mean that there is a lot of snow and all slopes are open by then. Even though...
After a brief hot spell this month, temperatures have dropped again this week in some of the alpine glacier ski resorts of Austria and Switzerland....
Legendary for its après-ski, music and comedy festivals and Austrian hospitality, Mayrhofen is perhaps best known as one of Europe’s premier ski de...
Small ski resorts in Austria are the ski destinations that mile-eaters prefer to ignore. No excess piste kilometres, just a handful of slopes. But...
Today the Dolomites are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for their rose-tinted glow in the sunset and the spectacular views of the mountain pea...
This hilarious clip from 1985 is a fantastic example of the early reactions to the mysterious sport that was snowboarding. From the very first tria...
Learning to ski is a rewarding but challenging experience. When you’re hurtling at breakneck speeds down the nursery slopes with no idea how to sto...
If spring is a great time to go skiing, it’s an even better time to bring your kids along. First time on the slopes? No worries, in spring you won’...
The 2018/19 winter ski season is almost upon us. Are you excited? We definitely are! The first glacier ski areas will be open already in September...
It’s sport like no other, a sport that fills you with a rush of adrenaline as you sail down the side of a mountain in a whirl of white powder. Skii...
It's the land where The Lord of the Rings films were shot, a country of such absolutely breathtaking nature that it’s become the stuff of legends i...
Skiing in England is made possible thanks to the hard work of some very dedicated volunteers, who run the ski clubs and maintain the hills. Most sk...
The land of koalas and kangaroos is not all sun, sun, sun. Along with surfing, grilling meat on the barbie and exploring the outback in their campe...
Incredible South America is home to the world’s driest desert and the world’s largest rainforest. It’s hard to believe this continent sees very muc...
Thinking of Africa conjures images of vast desert landscapes and exotic safari animals. It’s hardly the first place you’d imagine going skiing. Nev...
Skiing and snowboarding bring some tough decision-making to the table. Rent or buy? Lessons or no lessons? And the all-time most important choice o...
Skiers and snowboarders in France and Austria are breathing a cautious sigh of relief after the heavy snow that has been plaguing many ski resorts...
The whole skiing world is buzzing after seeing this video of Polish skier Pawel Babicki, who pulled off a stunning race at the Stelvio downhill in...
It’s never too early to start planning your winter ski holiday! While the rest of us are basking in the summer sunshine, the dedicated staff at our...
Today marks the opening of La Plagne, one of France’s most popular ski resorts. Along with Les Arcs, La Plagne forms part of the Paradiski area, th...
Stoked for the beginning of ski season? We are too! And so are many Alpine ski resorts, with event calendars jam-packed in anticipation of another...
Choosing the right travel insurance policy for your winter sports holiday can be a daunting task. With so many providers and such a difference in p...
In het voorjaar kun je nog prima op wintersport! In veel skigebieden ligt nog meer dan voldoende sneeuw, schijnt het zonnetje volop en zijn de prij...
If you're looking for a snow-sure winter sports destination, ski resorts with many slopes above 2,000 metres are the right choice. Especially if yo...
Why pay sky-high prices when you can get a 6-day ski pass for less than €150? These ski areas might not have the latest technology nor endless kilo...
It was a fantastic ski season for the Alps, with ski resorts opening early and receiving plenty of snow throughout the season. But as we’ve seen ov...
Are you looking for Austrian ski resorts suitable for beginners? In this weblog, we tell you which ski areas are perfect for you. Beginner skiers a...
An après-ski hotspot, a freeriding mecca, a popular stop on the Freeride World Tour... this is the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbru...
For true skiers, it’s a no-brainer: as soon as their offspring are old enough, it’s off to the ski school to follow in their parents’ tracks. Unfor...
Your ski holidays may be more expensive this winter, with ski pass prices rising significantly in many ski areas across the Alps in the 2017/2018 s...
A ski holiday in Austria is synonymous with hospitality and conviviality, no matter where you go. But there are several villages that stand out for...
Davos-Klosters comprises of six smaller linked ski areas that reach an altitude of 2844 metres above sea level, virtually guaranteeing snow-sure sl...
Fancy a ski holiday with sunny slopes and guaranteed snow? Come discover Carinthia, Austria’s best-kept secret! Starting December 16, EasyJet is of...
The White Ring ski circuit at Ski Arlberg has been around for decades and has remained a popular way to explore different villages in the popular A...
The number of kilometres to travel to a ski resort from the UK does not always reflect its accessibility. Especially the last part of the journey o...
Are there any ski resorts for beginners in France? Yes indeed! As a beginner skier, you naturally do not immediately descend a black slope. Hence,...
It’s the largest ski area in the world and one of the most beloved ski areas in the Alps, but that’s no reason to sit back on your laurels! Les Tro...
Tired of reading articles about nursery slopes and colour-coded ski accessories? Sure, maybe girls look for different things when we ski - the marg...
There is no shortage of child-friendly ski resorts in Italy. In the land of pasta and pizza, the 'bambini' hold a very special place. Italians love...
An American company called Alpine Media Technology is in the process of rolling out groundbreaking technology that will see screens installed on sk...
True skiers make the most of their time on the slopes, getting up at the crack of dawn to lay down fresh tracks on the first gondola and staying un...
This weekend marks the official season opening of Saalbach ski resort. The number one ski resort in Austria, Saalbach’s stellar selection of pistes...
Chat-up lines not as fresh as that powder? Need some help breaking the ice on your next ski holiday? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. We’ve gath...
In recent weeks, winter sport lovers have been flooded with photo after photo of the incredible snowfall in the Alps. For four weekends in a row, s...
Gridlocked access roads to the village, crowds at the supermarkets and queues for the ski lifts. They may all be avoided if you choose a winter spo...
Freshly groomed pistes, exciting terrain, mouth-watering food and après-ski with good company… throw all the right ingredients in the blender and y...
The 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea will kick off the events this year with an opening ceremony at 8pm KST today (11am GMT). With...
Hurrah, it’s almost time for the 2018 Winter Olympics – and let’s face it, for us skiers and snowboarders, these are the most exciting ones! This y...
A Polish man recently became the first person ever to ski down from the summit of K2, the world’s second-tallest mountain after Mt. Everest at 8611...
Believe it or not, summer is a busy time for many ski resorts. Even when the Alps aren't covered in snow, there is plenty to do: lifts, piste bashe...
It’s a spooky time for skiers and snowboarders in Eastern Europe – first the ski lift catastrophe in Georgia, and now this weird phenomenon: ski re...
Skiing in summer? Totally possible! If you don’t mind waking up a little earlier than usual, you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding in the Alps all...
If you're passionate about off-piste skiing, only the number of descents outside the marked pistes count when choosing a ski holiday. Reserved main...
The Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn is famous for its endless slopes, après-ski scene and great village atmosphere. But the Skic...
In the market for a new pair of skis this year? If you want to get an idea of recent innovations and upcoming trends for the 2018/2019 season, the...
It's already December and you know what that means... winter is officially (almost) here! Many ski resorts have already opened their doors for the...
If you've spent years nagging your significant other/family member/friend to ski and they just won't see the light, this is the year you'll finally...
Ski holidays and eating are inextricably linked in our books - what's a ski holiday in Austria without kaiserschmarrn, or a ski holiday in the Swis...
If you needed another reason to love Ed Sheeran, he’s just filmed the music video of the year at the Hintertux Glacier in the Zillertal Arena. The...
Firefighters responded to several fires at the former Sheffield Ski Village last week that are thought to have been purposely set. The ski area, wh...
In another push to provide skiers and snowboarders with the latest in technology, Mayrhofen is planning to unveil a new 10-seater gondola next wint...
If you’ve been keeping tabs on weather reports in the Alps over the last few weeks, you’ll have noticed that more and more of that white stuff keep...
The ski resort of Monts Jura lies a stone's throw from Geneva in the French region of Franche-Comté. Nestled in the Jura Mountains, which form the...
As temperatures high up in the Austrian Alps drop below freezing, the first ski resort is getting ready to open its doors for the 2018/19 ski seaso...
Environmental sustainability is playing an ever-larger role in the skiing world, with ski resorts increasingly using self-generated electricity, es...
It’s always a good time for a Maccy D’s run! At the Lindvallen ski area in Sweden, you can get your salty fix with the McSki, strategically placed...
Touted as the “most modern cable car concept in the world,” the 3S Penkenbahn gondola lift at Mayrhofen has been awarded an “Innovation Prize” for...
Nestled in the Zillertal valley of the Austrian Alps, Mayrhofen encompasses several ski resorts plus the Hintertux Glacier and offers skiing as far...
Investing in a new snowboard is expensive, and you might be unwilling to dish out a wad of cash if you’re still deciding whether the sport is right...
