Firecrackers cracked, lanterns were lit and dumplings were shovelled into mouths around the world last night, in celebration of the BIGGEST night in the Chinese calendar. And we got to thinking – where are the best places in the mountains for proper Chinese chow?– spring rolls with crunch, unctuous sauces and crispy duck that pulls apart in the hand? Heads […]
It’s Chinese New Year, and the Universe is speaking to Us! 8 reasons why you must ski Zermatt, if you’re either a born goat, or are skiing this year: 1. Goats are practically worshiped in Zermatt Over 6 weeks from the beginning of July to mid August, head to the Bahnhofstrass in the morning or evening […]
As Socrates said, when choosing his ultimate ski trip, “know thyself.” When choosing the ultimate Valentines Day gift, “know thy partner!” Read on for 8 perfect Valentine’s day presents designed by SNO >> decide which couple “type” you’re most like, then go rethink the bling and bouquet… Because you know you can do better… This one’s for the lovers: The ONE OF A KIND couple Last […]
Want to know why there’s no such thing as Blue Monday for skiers and snowboarders? It’s because we have “Bluebird Monday” ! With the mountains at their most skiable around this time of year, January’s definitely not the time for feeling blue. We’re therefore rebranding Blue Monday “Bluebird Monday” (Bluebird: Adjective. A bright sunny day after a night […]
Wish you were there right now? – We do! Here’s 20 of the most choc-box-perfect alpine resorts. See how they’re celebrating a very cool Yule! Zell am See, Austria Zell’s festive offerings include a Christmas Market, complete with music and children’s activities as well as a ‘Magical Christmas Train’ ride through […]
Ski holidays simply wouldn’t exist without mountains, and marking today “International Mountain Day” the world shows its gratitude. Some colleges in America actually cancel classes for excursions to their local peaks, but we think we’ll settle for a catalogue of our top 10 — from world-renowned icons to the personal favourites we’ve seen and skied along the way. Views as far as the goggled eye can see, summits which have […]
Has it really been 18 years since the birth of the McSki? Though it feels like only yesterday, it was back in 1996 that the McDonald’s empire reached out to the skiing world, establishing the first ever ski-through fast-food restaurant in the Swedish resort of Lindvallen. Unfortunately we don’t have any embarrassing pictures of the McSki through the years, but we do have this rather […]
I’m often asked, so here are my Top 5 ways to get “Luxury ski holidays on the Cheap”: 1. Find an exact fit The best way to keep the price down is to book a chalet which sleeps exactly the number in your group. Under-occupancy costs can feel like wasted money, so get your numbers exact from the […]
You’d be forgiven for mistaking Austrian ski resorts for the London Dungeon tonight. While we’re busy gobbling down choc-5 on the advent calendar, kids over there are bracing themselves for the scariest night of the year – tonight, demonic figures bent on punishing them will emerge from the shadows … We know Mr Claus only delivers to good little boys and girls, but in pagan mythology he […]
