https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/winter sports/ Winter Sports News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:36:36+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/demand-for-festive-skiing-is-up-heidi-sees-73-rise-in-christmas-ski-holiday/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/demand-for-festive-skiing-is-up-heidi-sees-73-rise-in-christmas-ski-holiday/ Christmas and New Year ski trips are still firmly on wish lists this winter, with Heidi reporting a 73% rise in Christmas ski holiday bookings to Europe compared to last year. There are certain things to bear in mind for a festive ski trip. Marcus Blunt, Co-Founder of Heidi, answers seven of the most-searched phrases on Google about skiing over Christmas and New Year: Is Christmas a good time to ski? Where is the best snow at Christmas in Europe? Is it expensive to ski at Christmas? Are ski lifts open on Christmas Day? Where is best to go skiing for Christmas? Where is best to ski over New Year? Can you ski on New Year’s Day? Thu, 14 Nov 2024 07:26:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/skiset-celebrates-its-30th-anniversary-with-new-developments-for-ski-rental/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/skiset-celebrates-its-30th-anniversary-with-new-developments-for-ski-rental/ Skiset, the retail chain that has over 780 shops in 450 ski resorts across Europe, is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and has a number of new initiatives as it heads into the 2024-25 winter season. For the 30th anniversary celebrations, Valentin, better known as Mr Lemdi, creates colourful graffiti-style designs for commemorative Salomon skis. The Savoyard street-artist has since signed a collaborative agreement with the world’s leading ski rental network, transforming the latest SKIFIT boot inners into works of art, on display in partner stores. This union matches contemporary graffiti and the childhood world that symbolises the alliance between technology and fun on the slopes. Other projects, currently in the pipeline, are coming soon for winter 2024/2025. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 06:43:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/theres-more-to-winter-in-isere-than-skiing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/theres-more-to-winter-in-isere-than-skiing/ One of Isere’s main highlights this season is the return of the La Grande Odyssée, the annual international dog sledding race that takes place over 10 days in January. Three stages of the 250+km race are staged in Isere in Les 7 Laux (Belledonne), Col de Porte (Chartreuse) and Villard-de-Lans in the Vercors. Mon, 14 Oct 2024 05:27:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-ski-awards-opens-2024-race-for-votes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-ski-awards-opens-2024-race-for-votes/ World Ski Awards – the only global initiative programme to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in ski tourism – has opened the race for votes for its 2024 programme. Tue, 25 Jun 2024 05:00:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-to-fly-to-top-u.s.-ski-destinations-from-lax-msp-and-more/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-to-fly-to-top-u.s.-ski-destinations-from-lax-msp-and-more/ Starting Dec. 21, 2024, Delta will fly its largest ever domestic ski schedule, including more flights from Los Angeles than ever before, alongside robust service to top U.S. ski destinations from MSP, ATL, and SLC. Mon, 17 Jun 2024 06:56:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/guaranteed-snow-and-value-for-money-thats-skiing-in-sweden/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/guaranteed-snow-and-value-for-money-thats-skiing-in-sweden/ Sweden is a hidden gem, for those looking for a snow-sure destination, that is a close and budget-friendly alternative for thrill-seeking skiers and families alike. And as the Swedish Krona stands resiliently low it offers an economic advantage for all those ski-lovers looking to hit the slopes this winter. Tue, 30 Jan 2024 06:50:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourists-support-afghanistans-only-ski-race-help-to-form-a-new-club/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourists-support-afghanistans-only-ski-race-help-to-form-a-new-club/ As tourists have started to return to Afghanistan over the past 18 months, some have helped to arrange the country’s only ski race. Tue, 09 Jan 2024 06:52:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/enjoy-family-fun-with-february-half-term-skiing-in-vialattea/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/enjoy-family-fun-with-february-half-term-skiing-in-vialattea/ For those seeking reliable snow, value for money, and fewer crowds this February half term, the leading Italian-French international ski region, Vialattea provides a perfect setting to enjoy family-fun on the slopes. Mon, 08 Jan 2024 08:09:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/val-thorens-voted-best-ski-resort-in-the-world-for-the-8th-time-in-11-years/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/val-thorens-voted-best-ski-resort-in-the-world-for-the-8th-time-in-11-years/ Val Thorens, the highest ski resort in Europe at 2,300m, has again been named ‘Best Ski Resort in the World’ at the annual World Ski Awards, the only global initiative to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in ski tourism.  This is the 8th time in 11 years it has won which reflects the passion that consumers have for Val Thorens given they’re actively involved in the selection process. Wed, 15 Nov 2023 06:38:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/worlds-best-ski-brands-2023-announced-by-world-ski-awards/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/worlds-best-ski-brands-2023-announced-by-world-ski-awards/ World Ski Awards – the only global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in ski tourism – has revealed the winners of its 11th annual programme. Winners include Europe’s highest ski resort, Val Thorens, named ‘World’s Best Ski Resort’, thanks to a raft of pioneering new initiatives and facilities. Mon, 13 Nov 2023 07:26:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ski-whizz-theres-snowfall-in-the-alps-and-10-off-ski-flights-too/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ski-whizz-theres-snowfall-in-the-alps-and-10-off-ski-flights-too/ There is ‘snow’ better time to take off to the slopes, as the first major snowfall of the season has hit the Alps, and Jet2.com is offering 10% off all ski flights for this winter too. Mon, 13 Nov 2023 07:06:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tohoku-region-is-a-mecca-for-world-renowned-japow-powder-snow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tohoku-region-is-a-mecca-for-world-renowned-japow-powder-snow/ As winter approaches, skiers and snowboarders eagerly head to the snow-clad mountains of Tohoku, exclaiming, “This is what we’ve been waiting for!” In recent years, snow enthusiasts from around the world have gathered in Tohoku in pursuit of JAPOW. Tue, 07 Nov 2023 07:03:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heidi.com-launches-in-ireland-to-offer-flexible-ski-holidays/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heidi.com-launches-in-ireland-to-offer-flexible-ski-holidays/ Heidi has officially launched in Ireland, allowing ski and board enthusiasts to enjoy a completely fresh, flexible and innovative way to book their winter breaks this season! Wed, 25 Oct 2023 06:16:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/news-from-verbier-winter-2023-2024/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/news-from-verbier-winter-2023-2024/ Voted BEST SKI RESORT IN THE WORLD again at the 2022 World Ski Awards. Verbier, in Switzerland, draws legends, royalty, pop stars (James Blunt has a chairlift named after him) and, yes, us ordinary folk too. Tue, 26 Sep 2023 06:11:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetstar-announces-new-route-to-japans-skiing-paradise/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetstar-announces-new-route-to-japans-skiing-paradise/ Jetstar Japan (GK) has announced a new direct service between Tokyo (Narita) and Asahikawa, making them the only low fares airline to operate the popular route. Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:38:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-ski-flights-to-geneva-announced-for-winter-23-24/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-ski-flights-to-geneva-announced-for-winter-23-24/ Jet2.com has expanded its programme of ski flights to its biggest ski destination – Geneva – on the back of strong demand from skiers and snowboarders. Tue, 19 Sep 2023 06:55:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/whats-new-this-winter-in-la-plagne-france/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/whats-new-this-winter-in-la-plagne-france/ More than 60 years ago, La Plagne was created. To do so, men shaped mountains to construct the resort we know, and love. Today, faced with our current challenges, it’s becoming increasingly apparent that the mountains, in fact, shape us. Mon, 18 Sep 2023 06:21:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jet2.com-launches-half-price-ski-carriage-promotion-for-winter-23-24/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jet2.com-launches-half-price-ski-carriage-promotion-for-winter-23-24/ Jet2.com is giving skiers and snowboarders the chance to hit the slopes for less this winter across eight ski destinations, as the award-winning airline has launched an unmissable ski carriage promotion. Sun, 17 Sep 2023 06:50:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vail-resorts-announces-2023-24-winter-opening-date-plans-at-its-largest-res/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vail-resorts-announces-2023-24-winter-opening-date-plans-at-its-largest-res/ Vail Resorts today announced target winter opening day plans for the 2023/24 ski and ride season for its resorts across the Rocky Mountains and the West. Fri, 18 Aug 2023 10:53:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-unseasonal-rise-in-ski-bookings-reported-by-heidi.com/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-unseasonal-rise-in-ski-bookings-reported-by-heidi.com/ With more rain falling this month and the promise of a heatwave around the corner, us Brits are scratching our heads and wondering (as usual) what’s happening with the weather! Wed, 26 Jul 2023 07:28:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jet2.com-unlocks-the-slopes-and-puts-ski-programme-on-sale-for-winter-24-25/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jet2.com-unlocks-the-slopes-and-puts-ski-programme-on-sale-for-winter-24-25/ Jet2.com is giving skiers and snowboarders the chance to grab a piste of the action in the French, Swiss, Austrian and Italian Alps nice and early, after putting its Ski programme on sale from across ten of its UK bases earlier than ever before for Winter 24/25. Mon, 05 Jun 2023 09:33:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/book-now-ski-next-season-50-off-stays-at-panorama-mountain-resort-with-fron/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/book-now-ski-next-season-50-off-stays-at-panorama-mountain-resort-with-fron/ ​Book Now, Ski Next Season: 50% Off Stays At Panorama Mountain Resort With Frontier Ski, a provider of bespoke, tailor made ski and snowboard holidays across North America for over 30 years. Sat, 11 Mar 2023 07:54:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/snow-worries-if-you-fly-to-finland-with-finnair/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/snow-worries-if-you-fly-to-finland-with-finnair/ With snow in short supply this winter, skiers can be sure of finding plenty of the fresh powder in Finland to enjoy the best of the ski season. From Lapland to Lakeland, Finland’s ski snowbound season is long and usually lasts from November all the way through to April. Be they beginners or advanced, skiers of all levels will find the perfect slope on Finland’s fells and long hills, while thrill seekers can head off-piste to explore the Finnish winter wilderness. Wed, 18 Jan 2023 09:19:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heli-purchases-great-canadian-heli-skiing-and-heather-mountain-lodge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heli-purchases-great-canadian-heli-skiing-and-heather-mountain-lodge/ Heli announced this week that it has closed on the purchase of Great Canadian Heli-Skiing and Heather Mountain Lodge located half-way between Golden and Revelstoke, BC at the East gate of Glacier National Park. Thu, 22 Dec 2022 06:54:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vail-mountain-opens-legendary-back-bowls-during-celebratory-60th-anniversar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vail-mountain-opens-legendary-back-bowls-during-celebratory-60th-anniversar/ Vail Mountain received over 18” of natural snowfall during this week’s winter storm, allowing the resort to open the Legendary Back Bowls on the resort’s 60th birthday. Fri, 16 Dec 2022 10:16:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/experience-the-french-alps-en-famille-with-purple-skis-best-family-friendly/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/experience-the-french-alps-en-famille-with-purple-skis-best-family-friendly/ Purple Ski, the premier luxury chalet operator in the French Alps, is delighted to reveal its top family-friendly chalet choices for the 2022/23 ski season. Tue, 06 Dec 2022 07:34:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cirium-and-ski-solutions-have-released-data-showing-demand-is-back-to-pre-p/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cirium-and-ski-solutions-have-released-data-showing-demand-is-back-to-pre-p/ This December scheduled departures from the UK are projected to hit 83% of December 2019 levels, as the industry continues to see strong winter demand. Flights from UK airports are also up 35% compared to December 2021, with over 65,000 planned departures during this month. Fri, 02 Dec 2022 07:16:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pan-pacific-whistler-hotels-earn-best-ski-hotel-accolades-in-2022-world-ski/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pan-pacific-whistler-hotels-earn-best-ski-hotel-accolades-in-2022-world-ski/ Pan Pacific Whistler Hotels came out on top at this year’s World Ski Awards. Coinciding with its 25th anniversary, Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside was named Canada’s Best Ski Hotel for the 10th year in a row and for the first time, Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre scooped up the award for Canada’s Best Ski Boutique Hotel. Sat, 26 Nov 2022 08:33:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ski-doo-mobilizes-its-community-to-ride-responsibly-for-the-upcoming-winter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ski-doo-mobilizes-its-community-to-ride-responsibly-for-the-upcoming-winter/ BRP Inc. is committed to promoting responsible riding and increasing its efforts to empower all riders in the powersports communities to ride responsibly and rethink the way they approach safety, environment, and riding etiquette Fri, 25 Nov 2022 09:09:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dec.-4-is-the-last-chance-to-purchase-an-epic-pass-or-epic-day-pass/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dec.-4-is-the-last-chance-to-purchase-an-epic-pass-or-epic-day-pass/ Snow is falling, resorts are opening, and if you’re planning to ski or ride this season, you have less than two weeks to lock in your Epic Pass or Epic Day Pass. Epic Passes – including the Epic Day Pass (1-7 days) which provides up to 65% savings compared to lift ticket prices – go off sale at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4. Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:42:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/relax-rejuvenate-reflect-recuperate-at-rainier-for-the-holidays/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/relax-rejuvenate-reflect-recuperate-at-rainier-for-the-holidays/ Today, Travel Tacoma – Mt. Rainier Tourism and Sports (Travel Tacoma) released a new seasonal itinerary, called Relaxation at Rainier, with more than a dozen of points of interest and lodging options to help visitors decompress this winter Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:34:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/northern-escape-heli-skiing-wins-worlds-best-heli-ski-operator-award/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/northern-escape-heli-skiing-wins-worlds-best-heli-ski-operator-award/ Northern Escape Heli Skiing has won the World’s Best Heli-Ski Operator award at the 10th Annual World Ski Awards. NEH is a pioneer in the heli-ski industry and has been steadily pushing the envelope in the luxury adventure tourism space since 2004. Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:30:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/winter-adventures-in-bavaria/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/winter-adventures-in-bavaria/ From glorious skiing to tobogganing fun, experience the ultimate winter holiday in the heart of Bavaria at The Charles Hotel, Munich Mon, 21 Nov 2022 08:29:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/winter-park-resort-is-thinking-outside-the-box/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/winter-park-resort-is-thinking-outside-the-box/ Give the gift of a Colorado outdoor experience and “unwrapped” adventure this year: something “out of the box” (literally!) and more thrilling than humdrum, contained presents that only add clutter. Wide-open adventure requires no boxes and no packaging – just the natural “wrapping” of snow, trees, slopes, and scenic beauty. Mon, 21 Nov 2022 07:57:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lake-louise-named-canadas-top-ski-resort-at-world-ski-awards/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lake-louise-named-canadas-top-ski-resort-at-world-ski-awards/ Lake Louise Ski Resort has been named Canada’s best at the 2022 World Ski Awards recently. It was the eighth time in the past decade the popular resort claimed the title of Canada’s best, a spokesperson said in a release. Mon, 21 Nov 2022 07:36:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-ski-awards-unveils-worlds-leading-ski-brands-2022/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-ski-awards-unveils-worlds-leading-ski-brands-2022/ World Ski Awards – the global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in ski tourism – has unveiled the winners of its 10th annual programme. Fri, 18 Nov 2022 13:56:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vail-resorts-is-on-track-to-achieve-zero-net-operating-footprint-by-2030/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vail-resorts-is-on-track-to-achieve-zero-net-operating-footprint-by-2030/ Vail Resorts is ahead of schedule to meet its emissions goals, and is on track to reach zero waste to landfill and zero net operating impact on forests and habitat to achieve a zero net operating footprint by 2030. Fri, 18 Nov 2022 06:10:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-online-travel-agency/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-online-travel-agency/ The Association Les 3 Vallées announces today the launch of a new online travel agency – Les 3 Vallées Travel - to provide consumers globally a simple and direct way to book vacations to the region all year round. Tue, 18 Oct 2022 06:05:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/your-phone-is-your-ticket-to-the-slopes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/your-phone-is-your-ticket-to-the-slopes/ Vail Resorts today announced its plan to introduce a new technology that will allow guests to store their pass or lift ticket directly on their phone – eliminating the need to carry a plastic card, visit the ticket window, or wait to receive a pass or lift ticket in the mail. Thu, 29 Sep 2022 06:38:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/skiing-and-snowboarding-are-for-everyone/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/skiing-and-snowboarding-are-for-everyone/ “Skiing and Snowboarding Are for Everyone”: Vail Resorts’ Youth Access Program to Expand to 9,000 Participants Across 29 Mountains During the 2022/23 Season Thu, 22 Sep 2022 06:14:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/replica-the-thinker-statue-installed-at-ski-area-to-encourage-wise-decision/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/replica-the-thinker-statue-installed-at-ski-area-to-encourage-wise-decision/ A replica of the Rodin sculpture ‘The Thinker’ has been installed at the New Zealand ski area of Mt Hutt with the intention of making skiers and boarders think safety when making decisions about their day on the slopes. Wed, 17 Aug 2022 15:17:33 +0000