Despite the heat of this summer, there are still a number of ski areas around Europe which are open or plan to start skiing in September 2020. Some have, however, closed (such as Tignes in …
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Skiing and social distancing
The next winter season seems a long way away and most skiers are understandably concentrating on the here and now in the immediate surroundings and environment. But if – and, despite the hopes and pressure …
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Reporting from 2500 metres…
Swap your desk job for a slope with fresh powder? Which hardened skier wouldn’t be tempted? Kristin Eitel from the Upper Palatinate region of Germany thought the same – and now she has made skiing …
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Sugarbush starts snowmaking
Sugarbush Resort has begun snowmaking for the 2019-20 winter season ahead of its scheduled Opening Day on Saturday, 23 November. Snowmakers started making snow late last night at upper elevations of both mountains and plan …
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Colorado ski areas you might not know about
Most skiers around the world are familiar with the Aspens and the Vails of this world. These well-known Colorado ski resorts have helped make the state a dream destination for ski breaks booked on other …
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Swiss ski resorts by rail
A growing number of skiers and snowboarders are looking into public transport when they come to arrange their winter holidays in Swiss ski destinations. Some are researching inexpensive links from local airports while others may …
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The most expensive lift passes in Europe
The costs of skiing seem to increase every year. One cost that almost never goes down is the cost of a daily or weekly ski lift pass. Ski Resorts Network takes a look at the …
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October skiing in Europe: Update
October is the real start of the early ski season in Europe. Most (but not all) of the glacier resorts will be up and running during the month, helped by snowmaking and colder night-time temperatures. …
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Get paid to ski – every day
Imagine the grind. The alarm goes off, you struggle out of bed and wander over to the window. The dawn light reveals another dump of fresh snow. Snow that you have to go and ski… …
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Cross-border ski areas in Europe
Skiing from one country to another European skiers who visit North American ski resorts are often surprised to find so many prepared runs in such a relatively small area. Where European ski areas might have …
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