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• Piste Skiing vs Off Piste: Which Suits You?

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 26th May 2026

  

  Piste skiing vs off piste explained for UK skiers - compare technique, safety, kit and conditions to choose the right terrain for your next trip.

• 9 Ski Holiday Insurance Tips That Matter

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 24th May 2026

  

  Practical ski holiday insurance tips for UK skiers and snowboarders, from medical cover and piste rules to kit, off-piste and lift pass claims.

• UK Dry Slope Lessons: What to Expect

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 22nd May 2026

  

  UK dry slope lessons are a practical way to learn skiing or snowboarding, build confidence and sharpen technique before your next mountain trip.

• 7 best UK indoor snow centres compared

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 20th May 2026

  

  Our guide to the best UK indoor snow centres compares slope size, coaching, freestyle and family appeal to help you choose the right one.

• Agency reveals which French resorts ‘have won this ski season’

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 18th May 2026

  

  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. read more

• Skiing vs Snowboarding Holiday: Which Fits?

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 18th May 2026

  

  Planning a skiing vs snowboarding holiday? Compare learning curves, resort choice, cost, terrain, comfort and group needs before you book.

• All Mountain Skis Review for Real Ski Days

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 16th May 2026

  

  Our all mountain skis review cuts through the jargon, explaining what works on piste, in chop and mixed snow so you can choose with confidence.

• Ski Gloves Review: What Actually Matters

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 14th May 2026

  

  A practical ski gloves review for UK skiers and snowboarders - what to look for in warmth, fit, waterproofing and value before your next trip.

• Is Snowboarding Harder Than Skiing?

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 12th May 2026

  

  Is snowboarding harder than skiing? A clear, experience-led look at learning curves, falls, terrain and which sport feels easier for beginners.

• Ski Confidence Week launched to help skiers feel more in control on the slopes

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 11th May 2026

  

  

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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. read more

• Beginner Snowboard Gear Guide for First Trips

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 10th May 2026

  

  A beginner snowboard gear guide for first trips, covering what to rent, what to buy, how each piece should fit, and where to spend wisely.

• How to Choose Ski Goggles That Actually Work

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 8th May 2026

  

  Learn how to choose ski goggles for UK mountain trips, with practical advice on fit, lenses, weather performance, helmet use and real value.

• Iglu wins top ski/snowsports agency award

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 6th May 2026

  

  

  Simon McIntyre, MD, collects the TTG Top Ski Agency Trophy

  In a glittering ceremony in Victoria Warehouse, Manchester, last month Iglu, the UK’s largest ski travel agency, offering over 300 ski resorts across 18 countries and three continents, won the 2026 Travel Trade Gazette Top Ski/Snowsports Agency award. read more

• How to Layer for Skiing Properly

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 6th May 2026

  

  Learn how to layer for skiing with practical advice on base, mid and outer layers, plus common mistakes to avoid for warmer, drier ski days.

• DSUK’s Big Spring Prize Draw is here

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 5th May 2026

  

  This year, DSUK has turned up the excitement with its new Big Prize Draw packed with amazing prizes, and there are just three days left to enter.

  There are £1,000 of cash prizes up for grabs, giving you the chance to win big while helping make snowsports accessible to everyone. read more

• All Mountain vs Piste Skis: Which Fits?

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 4th May 2026

  

  All mountain vs piste skis - understand width, shape and feel on snow so you can choose the right ski for UK trips and alpine holidays.

• Ski Train Travel Europe: What Works Now

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 2nd May 2026

  

  Ski train travel Europe is back on more UK skiers' radar. Here's how it works, where it suits best, and when flying still makes more sense.

• Meet, ski or snowboard with some of Britain’s leading winter sports athletes at live podcast

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 30th April 2026

  

  Fresh from the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic season, some of the biggest names in British snowsports are heading to the UK slopes for the first ever Whiteout Podcast Live in association with Crystal Ski Holidays. read more

• Ski Holiday Packing Guide for a Better Week

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 30th April 2026

  

  A practical ski holiday packing guide for UK skiers and snowboarders, with smart kit choices, layering tips and common mistakes to avoid.

• 10 Best Ski Resorts for Intermediates

  By Skier & Snowboarder on 28th April 2026

  

  Our guide to the best ski resorts for intermediates covers wide pistes, smart progression and resorts that keep improving skiers engaged.

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