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.
Skiing is often seen as being a group trip or family activity, but Friendship Travel is providing sociable solo-ski trips for avid skiers or beginners who don’t have a travel buddy or partner to shred the slopes with.
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Frank ‘Scoop’ Baldwin takes a look at the reasons skiers and snowboarders are choosing to make their own tracks on holidays.
Recent years has seen a growing number of skiers and snowboarders discovering that the best person to share a winter holiday with is quite simply… themselves.
Leading ski agent Iglu Ski has this week launched The Great Lift Pass Giveaway, promising one free lift pass when one is paid for, across thousands of winter 26/27 ski holidays.
It can mean savings of more than £500 per couple when selecting certain holidays.
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If you’re already thinking about next winter (and let’s be honest, if you’re reading this, you probably are), we’ve got some good news. Ben’s Bus has just gone live for the 2026/27 ski season – and bookings are now open for their Geneva (GVA) and Lyon (LYS) airport transfer routes.
Iglu’s biggest ever survey has found that while the use of AI for ski trip research has nearly quadrupled in a year, snow certainty and trusted advice still remain key to how Brits decide where to ski.
To truly experience the Dolomites, a five-day self-guided trekking tour, the Curona de Gherdëina, is one of the most spectacular trekking routes in North Italy crossing five Dolomite massifs, from the Odle peaks to the Puez plateau, and on to the Sella massif, the Sassolungo and the Alpe di Siusi.
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Growing interest in alternatives to flying is fuelling demand for holidays by train this summer, says award-winning French Alps specialist, Peak Retreats. The company’s summer holidays are on sale now and include travel to a choice of resorts and accommodation that are all easily reachable by rail.
Travelski UK Winter 2026/27 ski holidays are now on sale offering one of the most comprehensive French ski programmes for UK skiers.
In addition to the established rail inclusive packages, in partnership with Eurostar Snow, Travelski also offer the option of packaging flights from skier’s local airport to all the main airports servicing the French Alpine ski areas.
Two resorts in France have stood out for sales this winter, says Iglu Ski. Alpe d’Huez and Les Deux Alpes in France star in Iglu’s latest sales figures, when compared to 8 other French resorts classed by Iglu as affordable.
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French Alps specialist Peak Retreats, the UK’s only employee-owned ski holiday company, has launched a brand new Ski Confidence Week – a four-night hosted trip designed to help skiers feel calmer, more confident and more in control on the slopes.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.