When most people think of a skiing holiday in Europe, they assume they will have to spend a lot of money in order to enjoy one.  However, if you look beyond the famous ski resorts, you will find there are other affordable options peppered across the continent. A few of them are outlined below: •    [...]

A skiing holiday is a popular way to enjoy a break and combine relaxing, socialising and physical fitness.  There are many resorts in Europe and America that cater for a range of skiers from beginners on their first trip to advanced skiers looking for the most challenging runs. The Alps are very well known, of [...]

Skiing holidays have always been popular with families. What better way is there to relax and get some healthy exercise, high in the mountains amongst the fresh white snow and crisp air. Taking family holidays on the slopes has also become very affordable and convenient, as more and more ski resorts cater to the needs [...]

Ski holidays in Norway are very special experiences. Strandafjellet in the Sunnmøre Alps boasts 24km of slopes and overlooks Hjørundfjord, which is quaint and pretty. Here the terrain is off-piste. There is a vertical drop of 1,200 metres and runs of up to 5km. Hemsedal has a picturesque mountain location in the Hallingdal Valley. This [...]

Ski holidays with the kids can be a lot of fun for the whole family. There are lots of activities that will keep the young ones entertained for days on end, giving the grown ups some time to have some fun on their own.  However, before you go ahead with making plans to take your [...]

Switzerland used to be a skiing destination reserved for the rich and famous, but now it is much more accessible to a range of snow fans thanks to better choices of accommodation and cheaper flights. One of the most popular areas in Switzerland for skiing is Verbier, which has a good selection of courses for [...]

Courchevel is a winter paradise, a heaven for skiers or those who simply wish to enjoy the wintery atmosphere. Spread out over five different levels, each at a different altitude, the majesty and magic of Courchevel constantly surprises. As one of the world’s foremost ski areas, Courchevel is the last word in excellence. Whether skiing [...]

Before setting off on any cheap skiing holidays, always make sure you have got all the clothing you will need for the trip. Dressing for the slopes is all about layering. You will need a base layer, a middle layer (optional), an insulating layer and an outer layer. Removing layers applies to your top half [...]