The Chalet Izia luxury apartments in Val d’Isere.
Help kick of 2022 with two fabulous short break packages from Esprit Ski to get you and your family back on the slopes again. Available from the 4th to 8th January, Esprit Ski are even offering FREE and half price child places.
Luxury adventure ski specialist, Mabey Ski, which creates bespoke experiences to remote destinations, recently enjoyed a successful first women’s ski touring adventure to Iceland – but the season is not over yet for the British luxury adventure ski specialist
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Verbier’s ski season will come to a close in style with the Ultime Session, an end-of-season tradition that this year extends over two days for the first time.
Taking place on 25 and 26 April, at the Snowpark de la Chaux, the Ultime Session brings together high-energy snow sports, live entertainment and a festival-style atmosphere on the mountain.
When it comes to spring skiing, it doesn’t get much better than Méribel at the heart of Les 3 Vallées, the world’s largest ski area. With 85% of the area above 1,800 metres, snow remains reliable well into late March, while long sunny days are made for terrace lunches with a rosé in hand. With two metres of fresh snow this season, visitors are currently enjoying epic spring skiing conditions.
Photo: © Marina Kokkelink Office de Tourisme de Pralognan-la-Vanoise
Peak Retreats, the UK’s only employee-owned ski holiday company, is enhancing its winter ski holiday programme with the addition of authentic French resort Pralognan-la-Vanoise.
Pralognan was chosen for its warm, traditional village, strong appeal for families and beginners and excellent value for money.
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La Plagne’s much-loved Kamicaisse returns on Monday 6 April 2026, bringing a dose of creativity and chaos to the slopes over the Easter weekend.
The annual soapbox race on snow sees teams take to the piste in homemade contraptions, competing not just for speed but for originality and style.
Rachel Ifans heads to France on a mother/son ski break to try out the digital ski coach Carv 2.
Having heard about a new digital ski instructor that would allegedly get me carving in no time, I headed to Megève on a mother/son ski break, attracted by the fact we could try out the clever new technology without having to buy it first.
PHOTO: courtesy of Vail Resorts, Sarah McLear
In a major step to shape the future of skiing and snowboarding, Vail Resorts is doubling down on accessibility with new pricing for Gen Z and young travellers. Skiers and riders aged 13 to 30 can now purchase the 2026/27 Epic Pass and Epic Local Pass for 20% less than standard pricing.
Late season skiing in Saint-Gervais Mont Blanc combines the best of winter and spring.
Longer daylight hours, quieter slopes and milder temperatures create ideal conditions for relaxed mornings on crisp snow and leisurely lunches on sunny terraces.
PHOTO: © Ola Matsson
The recent Olympic fever has very much been enjoyed in Sweden and Norway, and with good reason. Both nations are consistently among the most successful at the Winter Olympics, thanks to long winters, reliable snow and outstanding places to train.
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After weeks of consistent snowfall, Val d’Isère, Méribel and Courchevel continue to offer outstanding conditions as winter eases into early spring.
March and early April bring exceptional skiing, longer sunlit afternoons and a quieter rhythm in resort, ideal for those seeking space, privacy and pristine slopes.
With the impact of snowsports TV coverage from Italy, the amazing snow conditions enjoyed this half term and some incredible deals for February 2027, demand for skiing on peak dates next year is high.
As it looks ahead to its 60th season of operations next winter, Powderhorn Mountain Resort has announced the launch of a limited quantity of 3-Year season passes, providing guests the opportunity to lock in three winters of unlimited access for an introductory price of $999. The new product is a one-time offering designed to honour Powderhorn’s past, reward its most loyal skiers and riders, and kick off the resort’s next chapter.
SkiWeekends, the specialist short break and flexible ski tour operator, has re-scheduled its normal programme for one week in March to allow guests the chance to book the new Premier Ski Festival in Les Gets – an event dedicated purely for first-time skiers and snowboarders.
With the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 getting under way, Uber – the official ride-hailing sponsor of the Games – has announced a suite of winter mobility services designed to help people make the most of their trip across the region’s mountain clusters.
Save the date for 28 and 29 March 2026 as Volcom Spot to Spot returns to Avoriaz for its explosive 6th edition, bringing two days of all-terrain challenges, good vibes, riding and partying to one of the resort’s most iconic playgrounds.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.