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Resort News & Reports
Winter Olympic flame ready to light up Italy
Cortina d’Ampezzo. Photo by Betty Subrizi on Unsplash
By Frank ‘Scoop’ Baldwin
The 2026 Winter Olympic Games are being held in Italy, from 6 to 22 February with Milano (Milan) and the popular ski holiday destination of Cortina d’Ampezzo serving as the two core hubs for the competitions. The Games will include more than a dozen winter sports over 17 days involving athletes from all over the world.
Olympic Torch to pass through Val Gardena
On Wednesday during Stage 52, the Olympic Torch will pass through Val Gardena.
The selected torchbearers will start at 8am in Ortisei, at the “Lokomotive” on Plaza dla Stazion, and proceed through the pedestrian area.
Easter On The Slopes: Late Season Getaways
With spring fast approaching, high‑altitude resorts across Europe and North America offer reliable snow, longer days and sunshine‑filled slopes for an Easter getaway.
Whether you’re travelling as a family or seeking reliable runs, Easter provides the ideal combination of great snow conditions and a relaxed late‑season atmosphere.
Adventure awaits skiers and boarders at Mammoth Lakes
PHOTO: Mammoth Lakes, Patrick Griley
So far in the 25/26 season, Mammoth Mountain has received a snow total of 156 inches and currently has a base depth of 62 inches. Clearer weather is expected in the coming week so visitors will be able to get out and enjoy blue bird days on the fresh powder.
Winter deals at chalets across the French Alps
PHOTO: © M. Giacometti Le Grand Bornand Tourisme
Having enjoyed a huge snowfall sweeping across the Alps recently, the region is enjoying incredible conditions for skiers.
OVO Network is making it more affordable to take advantage of the fresh snow thanks to its latest offers from partner chalets.
Ski Lift Pass Deals with Peak Retreats
Free upgrade to Paradiski lift passes
Book a stay in Les Arcs or Peisey Vallandry and get a Paradiski Essential 6 or 7 day adult or child pass for the price of a Classic pass (excludes family passes). The Essential Pass gives skiers access to the whole Paradiski area plus extras like express lanes and free entry to the ice cave. Applies to stays on the weeks 21/03/2026, 04/04/2026 and 11/04/2026.
Kitzbühel: Where tradition and modern alpine lifestyle meet
PHOTO: © Kitzbühel Tourismus
Long known for its legendary ski races and storybook feel, Kitzbühel continues to prove that it’s much more than a traditional ski resort. Recently named Austria’s Best Ski Resort for the 13th consecutive year, the Tyrolean town offers a winter experience that combines world-class skiing, sporting events and a lively cultural calendar.
Edelweiss Megève Ski set to return
Taking place on 25 February 2026, the Edelweiss Megève Ski returns as one of the winter season’s unmissable events, inviting both amateurs and experienced competitors to discover a unique night ski touring route across the summits of Rochebrune and Côte 2000.
Winter activities in Gstaad & Interlaken
PHOTO: Petra enjoying a sleigh ride in Gstaad
On a trip to Gstaad and Interlaken, Petra Shepherd found out what other winter activities are on offer at these traditional resorts.
Despite its exclusive reputation, the real essence of Gstaad is not to be found in the village and in the luxury shops but in nature and in our traditions, says Claudia my smiling guide on a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the region.
Head to the Nordic Combined World Cup in the Austrian Tirol
The Nordic Combined World Cup will take place in Seefeld from 30 January to 1 February, bringing the world’s top Nordic combined athletes to the heart of Tirol.
Nordic Combined is a demanding discipline that tests both strength and endurance, as competitors go head to head in ski jumping and cross-country skiing.
Adventure & Easy Skiing: A Family Guide to Val d’Isère
PHOTO: Tristan Shu – Val d’Isere Tourisme
This season, Val d’Isère has plenty to offer families who are looking for a fun alpine playground to explore. From dedicated family-focused ski areas and accommodation to workshops and activities across the resort’s world-famous venues, there is something for everyone looking for adventure in the snow this winter.
Colorado: 7 resorts offering something for every type of skier
Colorado is synonymous with skiing. Boasting some of the most diverse and scenic terrain in North America, the Centennial State offers something for every type of skier, from powder hounds and adrenaline seekers to families and beginners. With legendary resorts spread across towering peaks, Colorado’s slopes promise unforgettable experiences, whether you’re chasing spring snow, testing your skills on challenging runs or soaking up the charm of historic ski towns.
Eccentric and Extraordinary Winter Activities in the French Alps
PHOTO: Human Curling, Praz-de-Lys Sommand, Laurent Cousin
Haute-Savoie Mont-Blanc invites travellers to embrace a winter filled with unbeatable skiing, warm hospitality and a collection of extraordinary activities that go far beyond the classic alpine break. Introduce a fresh highlight to your time in the mountains with these eccentric and extraordinary activities…
Tignes: before the mountain switches on
Katy Dartford enjoys some early season skiing, where before the crowds arrive she finds snow that holds and plenty of space to ski properly in the high altitude French resort.
Skiing in mid-December in Tignes feels like arriving just as the place is waking up. It’s not quite off-season, but the town hasn’t fully rubbed the sleep from its eyes either.
Head to Nendaz for diverse terrain and unique experiences
PHOTO: Ski terrain above Nendaz
Mark Nicholls takes to the slopes in Nendaz at the ‘more affordable’ end of the 4 Vallees in Switzerland.
Unravel the ski map for the slopes above the Swiss resort of Nendaz and you will discover a wide snow-sure arena of challenging pistes.
Travelski enhances 2025/26 ski programme
2025/26 ski holidays from Travelski UK are on sale, with new resorts and new travel options. In addition to the popular rail inclusive packages, in partnership with Eurostar Snow, Travelski are now offering UK skiers the option of packaging flights from their local airport to all the main airports servicing the French Alpine ski areas.
Biathlon World Cup heads to Le Grand-Bornand
PHOTO: © J. Cathala – Le Grand-Bornand Tourisme
The Organising Committee, with a record 1,000+ volunteers, alongside local residents, are ready to welcome the only French leg of the BMW IBU Biathlon World Cup to Le Grand-Bornand.
With six successful editions since 2013, the village in the Haute-Savoie region has established itself as an essential stop on the international circuit.
Pick Your Slope: 11 Resorts with Something for Every Skier
The 2025-26 ski season is now underway – but with thousands of ski resorts to choose from, where should you go? Whether your perfect holiday is spent carving through powder off-piste, perfecting tricks in the snow park, or unwinding in a hot tub with mountain views, discover these 11 ski resorts that offer something for every skier.
Winter activities to make your ski holiday even more memorable
Paragliding in Val Thorens
French Alps specialist Peak Retreats, the UK’s only employee-owned ski holiday company, is making ski holidays even more memorable this winter by offering clients the option to pre-book a range of exciting activities alongside their accommodation, travel and other extras such as lift passes, ski hire, ski school and spa treatments.