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Finally the snow arrives
Posted by AlanHayes 12th February 2009

Well it’s my first blog of the season, so hello from Meribel.  It was an awesome start to the season, the week I arrived out here for training it dumped solid for a week and a half, making it one of the best starts to the season for a decade.  And hey it pretty much hasn’t snowed since, until now wayhey.

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Sweet conditions in Whistler
Posted by SkiHolidayStories 3rd February 2009

It’s taken a while this season for High alpine conditions to be skiable but thankfully things have taken a major turn for the better.The snowpack has stabilized & together with a few good dumps of snow & the Peak ,Harmony & Symphony chairs have been providing some excellent skiing on Whistler.All the bowls are now open offering more challenging terrain & the pistes have been mint.Dave Murray,Tokum & The Saddle being particularly good when groomed.

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Ski drive deals from Erna Low

27th February 2013

Erna Low the ski drive specialists have the following ski deals on offer. all include Eurotunnel crossing with upgrade. See our tips for driving to the alps, it might just appeal to you if you want a change from the airport queues.

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Easter and April ski deals from Ski Solutions

27th February 2013

The brilliant snow this year has meant a great ski season for everybody in Europe, Spring may be in the air but there is still time to bag yourself a great bargain. Here are a selection from Ski Solutions - happy hunting! If you have more specific requirements why not fill in our online JustAskOnce form and let us do the hard work for you.

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Luxury spring skiing with Supertravel Ski

27th February 2013

Here is a selection of some wonderful luxury ski holidays with Supertravel Ski, specialist ski tour operator. All offer some great savings up to £300 pp and include flights, transfers and accommodation on chalet board basis. So if you choose St Anton or Courchevel you are sure to be well looked after for your late ski spring break.

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Fabulous chalet discount, extra for teachers

27th February 2013

If you are still looking for a great deal for the Easter school holidays then look no further, especially if you are a teacher! Here is a wonderful chalet on offer for March, with an extra 25% discount for teachers. The interior is beautiful and it is in a great location - ideal for a late getaway to make the most of the brilliant snow this season. Just grab yourself your flights and transfers and away you go.

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Spring into festival season in the Alps

26th February 2013

Spring skiing often brings out the best in the Alps with bluebird days and fabulous festivals. It is these festivals that are growing in stature and popularity with British skiers, sunny weather has always been popular! Festivals taking place in the French Alps this spring differ in style, content, clientele and length meaning there’s something for nearly everyone.

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March and Easter TUI ski deals

26th February 2013

If you normally head to France for your skiing holiday why not try something different? Here are some good deals for Switzerland and Austria from some of the major tour operators.

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Ski spring car hire rates from £25 per day!

26th February 2013

If you are heading out for a spot of spring skiing in Switzerland then why not try hiring a car to get to resort? Often a cheaper option than transfers if there is a group  of you, and now there is an added bonus with this bargain offer from Rhino Car Hire.

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Ski offers and deals for Spring

26th February 2013

With spring a few leaps away there is still plenty happening out in the Alps and beyond to tempt you onto the snow before the winter is out. Here are some events involving skiing and cars which might get your juices flowing and reaching for the credit card... and some great ski holiday deals thrown in for good measure.

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Ski hosting to be outlawed in France

25th February 2013

The recent news from France that ski hosting by British tour operators or chalet hosts is to be outlawed has caused a lot of concern among British skiers. Ski hosts are generally chalet hosts who will take their guests around the mountains to familiarise them with the best runs, a free service and a great added extra to your ski holiday package.  It all started when a chalet host from Le Ski was taking his guests on a run and was stopped by the French Police and questioned. Le Ski is now appealing the ruling through the courts in France but this could have far reaching consequences for everybody involved.

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Best late-season ski festivals

25th February 2013

As spring takes the edge off the winter chill, ski resorts worldwide compete to give the best sign off to the end of the season. It’s fair to say that a winter and a spring skiing holiday offer a completely different holiday experience. Sunshine skiing brings a new found energy to the ski slopes with less crowds, the opportunity for long alfresco lunches and better value prices. Music takes centre stage in what has become an annual tradition for ski resorts to bid farewell to the season - but which ones top the charts?

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