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Why are ski resorts being forced to close their lifts?
Residents of Grand Puy, France, voted to shutter the ski lift after a lack of snow and visitors made it…
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Europe’s best ski resorts you can reach by train
Here are some of the best options for getting to Europe’s ski slopes this winter via train. ADVERTISEMENT If you’re…
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I tried skiing as a terrified beginner. Here’s why I’m now a convert
Skiing for the first time? Here’s what to expect as a nervous beginner. ADVERTISEMENT I’m not sporty. I hate the…
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Ski resorts are the best choice for a long workation. Here’s why
Empty slopes, lively nightlife and like-minded travellers are just a few reasons ski resorts are ideal for digital nomads. ADVERTISEMENT…
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These are the top ski scams to watch out for this winter
Don’t be fooled by what seems like a cheap deal on accommodation or ski lessons. ADVERTISEMENT While most ski holidays…
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Bumper snowfall sees Europe’s ski resorts open early
Some slopes have reported over a metre of fresh snow in the last week, and more is on the way.…
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Verbier opens early as snow hits the Alps. Here’s why you should visit
Skiing in Europe is back with a bang this winter and a few weeks ahead of schedule. A bumper November…
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Bumper snowfall sees Europe’s ski resorts open early
Some slopes have reported over a metre of fresh snow in the last week, and more is on the way.…
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Go off-piste in Europe at these 13 wild skiing destinations
From Albania to Poland, Europe has an abundance of wild and remote ski destinations to explore. ADVERTISEMENT The Alps tend…
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A dying sport: Are Italy’s low-lying ski resorts a lost cause?
Activists in the Alps argue there’s no point in spending public money on snowless resorts. Instead, they want investment in…
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