Beginners

Ski tips for girls

Helmet hair, neon lips and why a beard would come in handy – we’ve asked our crew of female skiers (led by Chemmy Alcott) for their advice.

Fiona Best 30 January 2019

This eight year old manages to nail snowboarding in just one session…

Fiona Best 28 December 2017

MadDogSki’s Fiona gives her top tips for travelling with the kids…

From far-flung mountain peaks to those only just off the beaten path, here are some of the best off-the-radar ski areas… Shhh

Long lunches and a lively après scene mean Morzine ticks all the boxes for a successful spring ski

Kate visits Val d’Isère and explores the new area for beginner skiers

When diaries couldn’t deliver a mutual ski week with friends and family, Fiona decides to go it alone…

The classic Swiss winter holiday revolves happily around skiing and fondue. However, there are other ways to enjoy the mountains…

Beth Alexander 26 January 2017

The positive energy (and the cheese) is flowing in Switzerland’s magical Aletsch Arena