The right length of your skis depends on several factors. The general rule is that skis should be about 15 centimetres shorter than your height. Bu...
Why not go on winter holidays, even if you don't enjoy skiing or snowboarding (anymore)? Plenty of people enjoy winter holidays in the Alps off-pis...
France has many huge ski resorts. It even boasts the largest ski resorts in the world! Hundreds of kilometres of slopes are the rule rather than th...
In Austria, many villages boast great après-ski. Some winter sports enthusiasts find après-ski just as important as skiing. So when booking their w...
Time flies, and it will be winter again in just a bit over a month, bringing along an increasing chance of snow. From 1 November, one is required t...
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...
Austria is preparing up for some extreme weather in the coming days. From today onwards, conditions will be wild, with litres of rain in the valley...
Whether you are ready for a new pair of ski boots or want to buy your own for the first time, finding out more before you go to the shop is always...
What will winter 2024/2025 be like in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, France and Italy? The US and European weather services have made the first pre...
When you drive to your winter sports destination by car, you usually drive the last stretch to your destination through the mountains. Some people...
Between 20 and 26 January 2025, the 85rd edition of the Hahnenkamm Races will take place. Read more about the Hahnenkamm Races 2025 in this blog!
Austrian motorways require a vignette, yet you don't need one for every ski area in Austria. You reach these areas, for example, by driving on road...
Good food and skiing go hand in hand in Austria. After all, you need enough fuel to whizz down the slopes all day. There is no shortage of good mou...
The steepest slopes in the Alps are right up the alley of experienced skiers. The ten pistes in this article require the necessary skiing technique...
We cannot deny it: winter sports are expensive. A week of skiing often costs as much as a few weeks of summer holidays. Especially if you go skiing...
Driving to your ski holiday in the Alps is an attractive option (and a beautiful road trip). You’ll have total flexibility without having to rely o...
'Do you ski on a ski boot with an 80-degree flex? That's a beginner's boot! I have 130!' It sounds as if the flex of your ski boot could indicate h...
There are many different types of skis: from those that allow you to go off-piste to competition skis. They all have specific characteristics and p...
After winter sports, it is time to wash your ski gear. Before returning everything to the closet, remove all stains and unpleasant odours. Never wa...
For many, skiwear is the last thing to consider when planning a winter sports holiday. Others, however, buy a new outfit every year. Do you care ab...
A lovely layer of fresh snow fell at altitude yesterday and overnight. With a northwesterly stream, a cold front managed to reach the Alpine region...
What should you bring with you when you go on winter holidays? Especially when you go skiing for the first time, it can be pretty challenging to th...
There is no shortage of beautiful ski circuits in the Alps. More and more ski resorts feature one or more fantastic ski circuits. They either tell...
A ski area does not always have to be challenging and complicated. Vast blue or easy red runs are just as lovely for beginners and advanced skiers....
Sore shins while skiing is one of the most common complaints bootfitters encounter. Fortunately, there are solutions to this problem, but first, yo...
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...
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...
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,...
Many winter sports enthusiasts travel to ski resorts by car, making it the most popular means of transport. Is it any wonder? You can take everythi...
Let's face it: winter sports are expensive, so how can you book a winter holiday as cheaply as possible? Some tips can help you go on a skiing holi...
Après-ski is something Austria does very well. For many winter sports enthusiasts, this is the deciding factor for booking a skiing holiday in Aust...
Since 1 November 2021, driving on winter tyres has been compulsory on certain roads in mountainous areas in France. If you drive without them and d...
As winter approaches, more and more ski resorts are announcing ski pass prices for the 2023/2024 ski season. About time for our annual survey on pr...
Only some people grow up on the slats from an early age, so many adults still need or want to learn to ski later in life. For some, no problem, whi...
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...
In recent years, ski resorts in Czechia have become increasingly modern. If you are satisfied with a smaller number of piste kilometres, they are a...
Are you looking for a ski destination in Austria with piste-side accommodation? There are plenty of Austrian ski villages where you can hit the slo...
Flying into Grenoble for the holidays? Your ski trip just got a little easier! With many airlines operating flights to the UK, Grenoble Airport is...
You might not immediately think of Switzerland as a child-friendly skiing destination. However, there are over 20 ski resorts around the country th...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Being scared on skis is no fun. It affects many winter sports enthusiasts skiing for the first time or clicking back into the slats after a long ti...
Your little one on skis - what can be cuter than that? You'll see kids just a metre tall glide down the practice slope on mini skis like proper rac...
To find the perfect ski destination in Europe, assess your skiing ability, terrain, season and much more. Check out the tips.
In Austria, you can find many campsites where you can stay with a camper van or caravan in winter. Winter camping is becoming increasingly popular,...
Skiing in summer? It's possible! There's no need to go to the other side of the world if you want to hit the slopes. If you start your day early, y...
As far as we are concerned, winter sports and good food are inseparable. A ski day is incomplete without a delicious lunch in a cosy mountain hut o...
