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UK skiers are being warned of the dangers of drinking when skiing, as the effects worsen at higher altitudes.
The Foreign Office is launching a campaign aimed at holidaymakers in a bid to reduce the number of people killed or injured in alcohol related skiing and après ski accidents.
Posters have been erected in French […]

Online travel agency Holidays-Direct, warns UK holidaymakers to be extra vigilant when travelling abroad this year and take extra care with items such as; money, passports and other valuables. With the upturn of holiday sales in 2010, holidaymakers are reminded of the risks when holidaying abroad.
Jon Pearce of www.holidays-direct.co.uk said, […]

A recent finding by a group of Canadian scientists which is classed as one of the most inclusive studies has discovered skiers are 35 per cent safer wearing a helmet when skiing.
The findings also revealed the risk of neck injury is much lower.
In total 12 separate studies were carried out over an 18 […]

The host ski resort for the Winter Olympics which are due to start next month is going up for auction on 19th February. Whistler Blackcomb is the largest ski area in British Colombia, northern USA and is also known for lively apres ski.
Fortress Investment Group bought the resort from Intrawest LLC in 2006, with […]

Ski resorts across Europe are popular with many UK tourists, with their fantastic views of mountain ranges, ski runs and log cabins it is no wonder visitors return every year.
Switzerland is one of the most fabulous resorts to go skiing, especially the most popular destination: Verbier.
For intermediate and advanced skiers off piste skiing is the […]

French ski resorts are in good shape and in time for the busy half term holiday, when many UK holidaymakers head to the piste for some winter sun activities.
3ft of snow has fallen on the Pyranees over the last week and the Alps have had around a foot of snow across the mountain range.
The upper […]

Long haul travel is on the rise with holidaymakers over the age of 65 according to Age Concern Enterprises. Holidays to Europe and worldwide destinations are becoming increasingly popular.
Multi-trip annual travel insurance policies also rose in 2009 for those travelling to far flung destinations such as Thailand and Mexico.
There was also an increased amount […]

European ski resorts such as Romania and Bulgaria have been voted most affordable destinations in a survey done by the Post Office.
The survey looked at 14 ski resorts across Europe and North America with the outcome being, Eastern Europe offers excellent value for money for families and beginner and intermediate skiers.
Poiana Brasov was found to […]

European ski destinations are favourites for families looking to go away for the half term break with activity holidays being particularly popular for the February half term, which is at the height of the ski season.
Winter activity holidays such as skiing and snowboarding are enjoyed by children and adults alike and finding a skiing holiday […]

Holidays-Direct and partner sites, Ski-Direct, Cruises-Direct and CityBreaks-Direct have a clear policy of helping all package holiday customers in the event of a third party airliner or tour operator experiencing financial difficulties.
Reassuring customers is vital in peak booking periods says Holidays-Direct who believe holidaymakers peace of mind is an important factor to consider as the […]

Essential ski wear is a must when going on a skiing holiday in Europe for example; more importantly having the correct holiday insurance could save skiing holidaymakers a hefty bill.
The Independent reports, “The bare minimum cover you should expect from a winter sports policy is medical expenses, piste rescue and repatriation.”
The European Health Insurance Card […]

As the European ski season gets underway, Ryanair has launched new routes from London’s Stansted Airport which includes twice weekly flights to Grenoble, Lourdes and Cueno, thus maximising accessibility to ski resorts in the Alps and Pyrenees regions.
Transfer times to selected resorts may be cut by up to an hour when flying to Grenoble. […]

According to the Sunday Mirror X Factor winner Joe McElderry and his family are being treated to a Ski trip in the Austrian Alps, paid for by Simon Cowell.
The trip which reportedly is costing Cowell £20,000, will see Joe, along with 10 of his family members enjoy the skiing holiday over the New Year and […]

Top US and Canadian Ski Resorts are suitable for all types of skier ability say Ski-Direct.co.uk. Online ski travel specialists have revealed UK holidaymakers prefer to learn to ski in the USA and Canada due to the type of ski resort available.
Canada and United States ski destinations cater for […]

Ski holidays are very demanding, both physically and mentally so being prepared is very important.
Core stability, balance, co-ordination and strength in the quadriceps, calves and gluteus maximus enable skiers to be able to ski for longer as endurance is built up through exercise as well as tiring less and balance helps to enhance technique.
The majority […]

Klosters ski resort is a favourite of the Royal Family and has seen various Hollywood heroins’ enjoy the range of ski facilities available at this popular ski destination.
The main ski area for beginners is Madrisa, a south facing slope with plenty of sunshine, where ski schools are placed.
Gotschnagrat and Parsenn are for more intermediate level […]

Winter holidays hotspots popular with the rich and famous:
Celebs who hang-out in Florida during the winter months include; Jay-Z, Kate Hudson, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Anniston and Will Smith, with the most popular destination in Florida being Miami.
Whistler and Banff – Canadian Ski resorts are popular with celebrities such as, Heidi Klum and Seal, Justin […]

Many UK holidaymakers are looking for cheap holidays and cheap city breaks to get away and enjoy the Christmas break somewhere a little different. Ski holidays are always popular for Christmas breaks reveals Ski-Direct.co.uk where bookings to European ski resorts have remained strong in the holiday season.
Ski-Direct has revealed offers for Christmas and New […]

Travel insurance companies have revealed that many holidaymakers this winter are planning on avoiding purchasing adequate travel insurance.
More UK holidaymakers plan to hit the slopes this season and with the current economic climate many travellers are trying to save money wherever possible.
However, according to AA Travel Insurance cutting back on travel insurance could be a […]

Snowfall in Europe and Japan has been quite steady over the last week, especially in the Pyrenees, Italian Dolomites, Finland and the Alps.
The Alps have benefitted well from the latest snow fall, especially in the higher regions and with snow flowing thick and fast on the upper slopes, ski conditions are good in France.
Verbier in […]