Culture news

Georgia rescues ancient wooden skate tradition in snowy mountain race

Locals of the remote, picturesque town of Mestia, deep in the Caucasus Mountains of Georgia, are reviving an ancient local tradition for a new generation.

9 February 2022

Belarus

Skier flees Belarus for Poland after Winter Olympics ban

Her coach and father, Sergei Dolidovich, has been supportive of Belarus' opposition.

9 February 2022

Destinations

Did you know you can ski on this winter sun island?

Cyprus is known as a sunny winter getaway but did you know you can ski there too?

4 February 2022

Destinations

This Austrian ski resort has 88 ski lifts and 100 years of history

Known as the 'cradle of alpine skiing', the Arlberg resort in Austria is where many of the world’s best ski instructors learn their craft

1 February 2022

Meet The Locals

This man set up a haven for digital nomads in the Bulgarian mountains

In partnership with Bulgaria Travel

In this episode of Meet The Locals, we hear from Matthias Zeitler the co-founder of Coworking Bansko.

26 January 2022

Adventures

Discover Bansko Bulgaria, a top winter sports destination for 2022

In partnership with Bulgaria Travel

With breathtaking landscapes, magnificent slopes and plenty of activities on offer, in this week's Adventures we go to Bansko, one of Bulgaria's top snow-capped destinations.

24 January 2022

Travel News

Here are the travel restrictions for Europe’s top ski destinations

These are the latest updates as travel rules ease across Switzerland and Austria.

21 January 2022

Travel News

French ski bookings skyrocket as ban on UK tourists is lifted

Britons are keen to make up for lost time after the country’s tourism minister confirmed rules would be relaxed.

14 January 2022

Ecotech

Meet the MoonBike: Europe’s answer to sustainable snow travel

It runs on electricity, doesn’t make a sound and could ride on the moon

14 January 2022

Travel News

France to lift ban on UK tourists from Friday, minister confirms

Tourism minister Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne has confirmed that restrictions will ease from tomorrow.

13 January 2022

Destinations

Why are skiing holidays in France becoming a thing of the past?

Watch these skiers make the most of Europe's climate-stricken slopes

10 January 2022

Destinations

Which tiny African nation has its very own ski resort?

Skiing in Africa is a thing, and here’s why you should try it out.

4 January 2022

Destinations

Where is the best place to ski in the world?

Why not consider New Zealand - or even Argentina - for your next skiing holiday.

26 December 2021

France

French skier Noël opens slalom season with dominating win

French skier Clément Noël dominated the first slalom of the World Cup season for his ninth career win as many other pre-race favourites faltered.

12 December 2021

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnian ski resorts benefit from lax anti-virus measures

On the Jahorina and Bjelasnica mountains near Sarajevo, tightly packed queues formed at ski lifts while local and international guests gathered at cafes both indoors and outdoors.

12 December 2021

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Skiing Santas hit the slopes in Maine

Over 200 skiers and snowboarders dressed as Santa Claus took to the slopes of Maine on Sunday for charity.

6 December 2021

Travel News

Steep hills and daring jumps: Watch this ultimate freeskier in action

Markus Eder spent two years planning and filming the ultimate ski run in his homeland of northern Italy.

6 December 2021

Destinations

Here are Europe’s 5 snowiest cities for a scenic winter break

If you’re looking for a winter wonderland to escape to this Christmas, here are the top five snowiest cities in Europe.

4 December 2021

Travel News

Will European ski slopes stay open this winter?

With COVID-19 restrictions coming back across the continent, is your skiing holiday safe or is it best to wait to book?

25 November 2021

Moments

Watch me go from skiing rookie to racer in one lesson - almost

I take to the slopes for a 1:1 lesson with Maison Sport, a new skiing app designed to match you with your perfect instructor

24 November 2021