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Day Zero in Japan: absolutely not faffing in Tokyo

Posted by HannahEngelkamp 26th February 2010

Getting to Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, is always going to be a faff. Of course, if you have time, a faff is exactly what you want. It's while faffing that you meet people and see all the weird signs, bits of tat, delicious and suspicious food - essentially stumble around in the detail - of another country. Why do people travel if not to make life harder for themselves? More difficult, more rewarding, more surprising.

Powder time in Serre Che

Posted by Naeem Alvi 25th February 2010

Powder time! After a few weeks of fairly average snow, things have finally started to improve.
Last week we had around 15cm of fresh snow and for the last 3 days, it has been snowing non stop. What makes conditions even more ideal for the powder-hungry individual, is that a fair percentage of tourists seem to be adverse to even stepping foot on the mountain, unless of course, the sun is shining.

Half term madness in Zermatt

Posted by Dan Scott 25th February 2010

“Skanking to Reggae amidst the half term madness”

Well as the half term frenzy is drawing to a close it looks like the spring weather is already on the way. We have been lucky here in Zermatt to be feeling a little unusual warm spell. With plus 14 during the day in town, the temperatures have been quite pleasurable on the piste. Which as you Zermatt regulars will know is quite a nice treat.

Ski Club Dual Slalom - Tignes

Posted by LizWoods 24th February 2010

Ski Club are holding a new event in Tignes on Wednesday 7th April - Dual Slalom.

Party town - Saas Fee has it all...

Posted by Jon White 22nd February 2010

Saas-Fee has kicked into full gear over the last 2weeks and this week coming is lining up for more of the same. A quite season can be fun if there is lots of snow, but I’ve never known the two coincide. The cry in town is give me powder, big heaps and dumps of the stuff. Having been spoilt last winter everyone is felling the lean winter this year.

Chatel deals

22nd February 2010

Chatel have some great deals - uptp 40% off ski pass, under 12 yrs old go free and lots more.

Jackson Hole roadtrip blog

Posted by Jesse Howe 18th February 2010

“I’m heading to Jackson”. Drop that gem in the lower 48 and watch everyone’s eyes get big like silver dollars. The place is legendary – Judaism has Jerusalem, Islam has Mecca. Those of us in the skiing community who only ski the green circles to get to the bar have Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The name even rolls off your lips, like a pair of fat skis rolling into 45-50 degree Pucker Face on Cody Bowl.

Mad Dog in Serre Chevalier

Posted by AlanHayes 17th February 2010

Every once in a while we at Mad Dog get a chance to leave the desk behind and head for the thing we all desire most at this time of year, the mountains. This time it was my turn!So with everything booked well in advance we got in the car and started our journey to Serre Chevalier.

Fantastic snow in Val

Posted by Anne Smellie 17th February 2010

With Half Term holidays in both the UK and France, the slopes and resort have become crowded and busy. Despite the busy pistes, the mood in the resort is fun and lively. Here is the latest from Val d’Isère:

Feb half term news in Megeve

Posted by Will Roberts 17th February 2010

Well, February half term is in full swing and the crowds are in, and although the main areas are pretty busy there are plenty of secret stashes around Megeve that stay quiet all the time.

Book early for 10% savings on 2013/14 season

22nd May 2013

Last season was such a great season that we are already getting excited about the next one. Ski Indepence are offering 10% savings on some of their most popular four-star French residences. These luxury self-catering apartments offer spacious accommodation with fantastic facilities, making them a great choice for families and those seeking flexibility

Indoor skiing in the UK: Hemel's birthday bash

25th April 2013

This Spring Hemel Hempstead Snow Centre is celebrating its 4^th year as one of the UK’s top destinations for indoor skiing and snowboarding. They’ll be throwing a party over May bank holiday weekend, with all sorts of freebees, offers and special events.

Snow report for w/e 27th April 2013

24th April 2013

Here is the latest snow report from J2Ski and as the weather seems to be finally warming up in the UK there have been snowfalls in Europe, Canada and even Scotland. There are a number of resorts still open across Europe, to make the most of the late snow, and things are gearing up over in New Zealand and Australia.

J2Ski snow report w/e 20th April 2013

18th April 2013

There is still snow falling in North American resorts and some French resorts are reporting fresh snowfall. Scotland is still open for skiing, this cold weather everybody is complaining about has some good side effects! Here is the full roundup from J2Ski for this weeks weather events.

Season extended in Whistler, BC

15th April 2013

The wonderful weather over in Canada has meant the the resort will be open this year until 27th May - and with some great spring weather this results in some fabulous conditions. There are good deals to be had so if you have always hankered after a trip to Canada this might just the right time to take the plunge. Read on for more information about conditions and activities for the extended season.

Last gasp ski deals

9th April 2013

Traditionally the ski season ends after Easter but the weather has different ideas this year. The snow is still falling across the Alps and many operators are extending their season into May. Here are late ski deals, however it looks like they may not be the last!

Late season chalet deals

8th April 2013

The snow is still falling in parts of the Alps and the season is far from over in many places. Chalets Direct have some great deals for this season including:

Nickelback to open Ischgl 2013/14 season

8th April 2013

If you are a fan of rock then this is an opening night you won't want to miss. The fabulous ski resort of Ischgl will have a wild rock night to kick off the season for 2013/14 with Nickelback. This current season will be closed by the legendary Deep Purple so dig out those old denims and head on out to Ischgl for the party of the season.

Ski deals as the season winds down

2nd April 2013

The snow may be on the way out and the season slowly sinking into Spring but there are still some great ski deals to be had. Go on, you know you want to....

Amazing April deals for Courchevel

30th March 2013

The conditions in the Alps are still great for a spot of Spring skiing and with fresh powder now falling in Courchevel 1850 here are some fabulous deals from courchevelapartment.com.

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