The Swiss resort of Mürren is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the first slalom race held there on 21 January 1922. British skier Sir Arnold Lunn campaigned for the recognition of the new sport and helped the village, in the heart of the Bernese Oberland’s Jungfrau Region, to become the cradle of Alpine ski racing. […]
As we approach the long-awaited start of the ski season, skiers and snowboarders deserve the very best for 2021/22. It’s time to reconnect and get back to making fantastic memories in the mountains. Eliminate the headaches and hassles while maximising the fun on a ski holiday by choosing a ski hotel this season. SNO offers […]
You’ve just had an amazing day on the slopes, and your fingers are feeling the cold… What better than a steaming mug of spiced wine from the nearest mountain hut? Only ever a hop, skip and ladle away in any ski resort, there are all kinds of hot wines around the globe. We’ve mulled over our […]
Tick off the most extreme ski runs this season. Discover the top 10 black ski runs in Europe… if you are brave enough?
Whether you’re a seasoned shredder or a newbie to the slopes, you will have heard that ski holidays are renowned for their après scene and speciality cocktails. We’ve rounded up a few of our favourite mountain cocktails and some of the places where you can sip them with a magnificent glistening white backdrop. Aperol Spritz […]
Whistler Blackcomb is the largest ski area in North America, with over 200 named trails and over 8000 acres of managed, skiable terrain. It’s a true mountain paradise for all levels, attracting the best freeriders in the world, as well as families taking their first steps into the world of snowsports. I had my work […]
While we all navigate our way out of lockdown and familiarise ourselves with the ‘new normal’, the ski industry has been busy preparing ways to make your next ski holiday as seamless and safe as possible. We’d therefore like to introduce you to a brand-new concept being introduced to the ski market for the winter […]
As we prepare for today’s mass celebration of fat, dairy and carbs, we’ve scoured the skiing world (where practically every day is Pancake/Crêpe/Galette Day) to see how things are done in the mountains. Introducing the very best piste-side purveyors – and their scrumptious takes on the good old egg & flour classic. Try the local take on our favourite […]
Whilst we can’t ski or snowboard right now, that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy our favourite alpine grub. Bring the mountains to your dining room with our super easy cheese fondue recipe. Après wear and Oktoberfest playlist optional. This recipe is perfect for celebrating a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, Valentine’s Day or […]
Our list of bucket list ski holidays offers inspiring and unique experiences that guarantee to make your next trip to the mountains unforgettable. From powder skiing in Japan to exploring Alaskan mountain wildernesses by helicopter, our handy guide takes you straight to the most iconic ski holidays we have on offer. Table dance in the best […]
