Wengen – Beginner Skiing for the Over 40s
James Clark learns how to ski – and cycle with no wheels – in the popular Swiss ski resort of Wengen. The mountain top village of Wengen at 1274 metres…
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James Clark learns how to ski – and cycle with no wheels – in the popular Swiss ski resort of Wengen. The mountain top village of Wengen at 1274 metres…
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…
On his journey through Norway from Bergen to Tromsø, Mark Bibby Jackson discovers an unexpected pleasure in Fjærland, Fjord Norway, and rides the Flåm Railway. Sometimes it is the unexpected…
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…
December 8 marks the opening of the ski season at the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental in the Wilder Kaiser region of Austria. SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brixental The SkiWelt Wilder…
Courmayeur Mont Blanc’s Skyway Monte Bianco Experience, which offers the unique thrill of reaching the roof of Europe at 3,446 metres, has just announced a brand-new…
Mark Bibby Jackson talks with Al Judge, co-founder of AliKats Mountain Holidays Morzine, in the French Alps about how mountain tourism can be more sustainable. 1) How do you believe…
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…
Neil Hennessy-Vass visits Chalet RoyAlp Hotel and Spa in Switzerland and ends up landing not quite on his feet. With restrictions being lifted on an almost daily basis getting into…
The ever-changing rules around the surge of Omicron cases have many of us baffled, but there is good news. France has reopened its doors to UK passport holders, and Ski…
In the aftermath of COP26, eco-friendly inspiration for conscious exploration of our planet is key. From sustainable stays to reconnecting with the natural environment, Isère encourages mountain enthusiasts to explore…
With a variety of exceptional landscapes from valleys, forests, lakes, plateaus, high peaks and glaciers which range from the banks of the Rhône to the imposing 4,000m Pic Lory in…
Weighing up which French Alps ski resort to choose for your next ski holiday? You’re spoiled for choice, but there are several superb reasons that Alpe d’Huez is a prime…
Trentino, the region of Northern Italy that stretches from the northern shores of Lake Garda up into the Dolomites mountains, has become home to the world’s first ever…
Whistler offers a full eclectic lineup of events throughout the winter season for guests to enjoy. From festivals, concerts and competitions to spectate please see below a snapshot…
Welcome aboard the Alpen Express: the sleeper ski train with a route that takes you right to the slopes while slashing your journey’s carbon footprint by around 80 per cent…
Lagom is set to disrupt the luxury ski industry across Europe. The new venture has been created by the masterminds behind Bramble Ski and Haute Montagne…
Kiroro, a pristine gem in the heart of the Hokkaido Golden Triangle, is an undiscovered five-star, all-season, exclusive alpine resort destination. Already known by avid… …
With winter drawing in, now is the time to start thinking of hitting those slopes. Whether you’re new to the snow or a bit of a pro, a skiing app can be a great addition to your trip. From …
If you are delaying your trip to the slopes to the last possible minute, Ski Total and Esprit Ski have compiled a list of the best offers for those leaving it late to take to the piste…
Slovakia ski specialist Mountain Paradise is tempting pre-Easter skiers with £100 off seven-night ski breaks and a free ‘fresh track’ experience this March…
Skiing has always been a popular activity for groups with thousands of holidaymakers taking to the slopes each year to eat, drink, laugh and, of course, ski together, but it can also be a way of saving…
From skiing in Austria and the French Alps to trekking in Sri Lanka and painting classes in Tuscany, here is this week’s selection of holiday offers, late availability and ideas…
Pyhä, a ski resort in Finnish Lapland, will be the host of Escape Pyhä event that brings the escape room experience on skis for the first time in the world…
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.
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.
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.
You can also browse here the offers and deals for skiing and winter holidays we publish from specialised travel operators.
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.