Winter chill promises a snow business bonanza for Continental Europe
Saturday, 11 December 2010
As Britain thaws after the early cold snap, winter-sports resorts across Continental Europe are reporting exceptional snow conditions – presaging an excellent winter for skiers and snowboarders. In addition, slow sales signal the prospect of bargains for anyone able to travel in the next few weeks.
Look. You can almost see Beirut
Sunday, 28 November 2010
Just two hours from the capital of Lebanon, you can enjoy some good-quality skiing. Minty Clinch reports
Snow Report: Caught short on the black run? There's an app for that...
Sunday, 28 November 2010
Not so long ago, ski holidays were something of a mystery tour.
At the original North Face
Saturday, 27 November 2010
Skiing in Switzerland's Grindelwald, Mike Higgins is reminded of the Eiger's notoriety at every turn.
Ski kit guide: Boots, boards and... bat mitts?
Saturday, 20 November 2010
This season's must-have winter equipment should help you stand out on the slopes
Stephen Wood: The man who skis all day
Saturday, 20 November 2010
Enjoy the slopes for years ahead – wear a helmet
Skiing in France: Invaders of the lost Arc
Saturday, 20 November 2010
Quiet slopes and cosy village life... Matt Carroll is sold on Bonneval
Skiing on Italy's secret slopes
Saturday, 20 November 2010
Abruzzo spells great wine, food and skiing, says Graeme Spratley
Skiing: Summits and the cities
Saturday, 20 November 2010
Research by 'The Independent Traveller' shows these are the six most popular North American destinations in terms of capacity from the UK. Patrick Thorne assesses their snow potential
Snow festivals: Hazy raves of winter
Saturday, 20 November 2010
Despite an overall decline in the ski market, the numbers attending snow festivals are on the up, along with the number of festivals on offer – in all shapes, sizes and destinations. These have come a long way over the past decade and now they're as big a feature in the ski calendar as many big sporting events. They generally follow a familiar structure of on-snow fun during the day, followed by partying all night. Unsurprisingly, a youthful crowd is the main market.
