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Season kicks off with a bang!
Posted by LauraRees 7th December 2007

It’s official; tomorrow sees the official kick-off of the winter season here in Chamonix! From tomorrow (8/12), Chamonix is open for skiing every day, with Les Grands Montets, widely known as the most technical of the local areas, opening the majority of their terrain. Marmottons, Pierre A Ric and most importantly Bochard will be open, the latter of the three being the high-speed gondola that accesses some of the best terrain in Europe. We’re off!

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New for winter 07/08…SNOW!
Posted by LauraRees 14th November 2007

Just another rainy interseason in the Alps, right? Wrong! Winter 2007/8 has kick-started with a gigantic snowstorm, news of new parks in the resorts around town, the descent of hundreds of Gore-Tex-clad seasonnaires from all around the world, and best of all, Mad Dog Ski here with you for another winter, keeping you up-to-date with every minute detail of winter life in Chamonix.

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Hiking Les Grands Montets and Touring Le Tour
Posted by LauraRees 1st November 2007

This week has pretty much seen perfect mid-winter skiing & riding conditions; tons of fresh snow lying around everywhere and beautiful blue skies overhead. We took a walk up to Lognan, the Les Grands Montets midstation, to see how much snow had fallen, and were quickly up to our knees! Fortunately we came across a friendly beagle halfway through the hike who was more than happy to show us the way. Having to call its owner later that afternoon and explain how we had accidentally taken her dog on an epic, marathon hike was slightly more awkward!

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The J2Ski Snow Report

18th February 2013

Here is the snow forecast for the week ending February 16th, 2013, courtesy of www.J2ski.com

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Dual Slalom in Tignes with the Ski Club of GB

18th February 2013

Have you always wanted to bash gates like a World Cup racer? Fancy yourself the next Marcel Hirscher? Or maybe you just have a secret desire to descend a piste dressed as a giant Yorkshire Pudding? If the answer to any of these questions

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Ski and Snowboard Show North

18th February 2013

The ski show is coming back to Manchester. After several years of absence it is being brought back by VOS Media with the launch new event: Ski and Snowboard Show North. The first new show will be held from 25th – 27th October 2013, at EventCity, Manchester.

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The J2Ski Snow Report

18th February 2013

Here is the weather report for Week Ending February 9th, 2013
This Week’s Headlines
•    Pyrenees now claiming deepest current snow In the world at 5.4m
•    Fresh snow in Colorado.
•    Greatest snow depth in French Alps hits 4m.
•    Almost all runs complete at all five Scottish ski centres.
•    More healthy snowfalls in the Alps – the biggest 145cm/nearly 5 feet  in past 7 days.

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March skiing in Tirol

14th February 2013

Skiing is never going to be the cheapest holiday on earth but it needn’t cost a fortune either. The choice and variety of holidays on offer in the Austrian Tirol means there is something to suit all budgets. This season Austria represents fantastic value for money, from affordable mountain restaurants to competitive lift pass prices. And with amazing snow conditions at the moment, that’s something money can’t buy!

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Ski Solutions deals for Spring 2013

13th February 2013

If you are still looking for a good ski deal then check out these offers from Ski Solutions. There is a short break to Champoluc which is seeing a rise in popularity this year - quiet slopes and great food, what's not to love? - as well as Hotel accommodation in St Anton and Zermatt. Happy skiing everyone.

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Easter ski deals from Erna Low

13th February 2013

Erna Low are one of the oldest tour operators in the business and now specialise in ski drive holidays. All the deals include Eurotunnel crossings with upgrade for your car and passengers. Check out our MadDogSki driving tips to ensure you get the best out of driving to resort - safely and legally.

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Spring deals from SkiApartments.com

13th February 2013

There are some good accommodation only ski deals here, so you just need to bag yourself a bargain then source your flights/travel. If you want to check who flies where try our SkiFlightWizard for information and to book your flights. Every reosrt on our Ski Resort list has information about transfer companies both big and small. Happy skiing...