Exposure Death of 33-Year-Old Alpinist on Austria’s Grossglockner Sparks Police Investigation A 33-year-old Austrian woman tragically lost her life during a high-altitude ascent of the Grossglockner, Austria’s tallest peak at 3,798 meters (12,461 feet), over the weekend. Accompanied by her 36-year-old partner, the pair set off on Saturday, January 18, early in the morning from Kals, aiming to summit via the Stüdlgrat and descend through the Kleinglockner and Adlersruhe. Despite being […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 23, 2025 0 Comments
New Zealand’s Alice Robinson Wins Giant Slalom at Kronplatz, Italy, While USA’s Paula Moltzan Claims 3rd What an exciting day today, January 21, at Kronplatz, Italy, with unexpected podium winners and some upsets for seasoned skiers. Perched in the heart of the Dolomites, Kronplatz has been a staple on the FIS World Cup circuit since 2017. It has been a premier destination for technical events, particularly Giant Slalom races, and Mikaela Shiffrin holds the record for […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 21, 2025 0 Comments
Davos Klosters, Switzerland: The Cradle Of Ski Tourism Davos is located in the Swiss canton of Graubünden, about 90 minutes from St. Moritz. The ski resort is twinned with Klosters, which connects via two large aerial tramways to the Davos ski area. Klosters also features access to the Madrisa mountain range on the other side of the valley. Klosters is situated at 3,687ft (1,124m), while Davos is higher […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 20, 2025 0 Comments
Italy Makes it 2-For-2 Victories on Homesoil as Federica Brignone Wins Super-G in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, While Lindsey Vonn’s 400th World Cup Start Ends With a Setback Federica Brignone delivered a career-defining victory the Sunday’s Super-G on Sunday, January 19, finally taming the storied slopes of Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. For years, Cortina d’Ampezzo had eluded Brignone, a venue where the Italian star faced repeated disappointment. While Brignone celebrated a long-awaited triumph, Lindsey Vonn’s return to the iconic venue known as her “Living Room” saw her skid out […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 19, 2025 0 Comments
Sofia Goggia Wins Downhill FIS World Cup at Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, While Team USA Posts Strong Results The Downhill race at Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, is always a highlight on the FIS calendar. Known as one of the toughest courses on the women’s circuit, last year’s slew of crashes caused concern leading into Saturday’s race. However, the day ended with only two DNFs, neither resulting from crashes, and it was a showcase of thrilling competition. Local favorite Sofia […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 19, 2025 0 Comments
Dozens Injured—At Least 9 Critical—As Ski Lift Collapses in Astún Resort, Spain Shocking pictures are reaching us from Astún Resort in northern Spain, where a ski lift collapsed today, January 18, injuring more than 30 people. According to initial information, nine are in critical condition, and there are also eight seriously injured, the government of the Aragon region in the northeast of the country said. While the cause of the accident is […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 18, 2025 0 Comments
A “Green Monster” Among Giants—Deer Valley Resort, UT, Will Claim Longest Ski Run in the State Deer Valley Resort in Utah has unveiled an exciting addition to its trails: the “Green Monster,” a beginner-friendly ski run that stretches an impressive 4.85 miles or 25,600 feet from the summit of Bald Mountain to the East Village’s new Keetley Express Lift. Upon its full opening, the Green Monster will take the crown as Utah’s longest ski run, surpassing […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 17, 2025 0 Comments
World Economic Forum Returns to Davos, Switzerland, for the 55th Time The World Economic Forum is back in the Swiss Alps for its 55th year from January 20 to 24, 2025. Every year for over half a century, the world’s political and industrial elite descend on the small alpine village of Davos and turn the ski resort into the schmooze-fest of the movers and shakers in the world’s global economy. Heralded […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 17, 2025 0 Comments
Temperature Inversion Saves 2 Dutch Skiers from Freezing to Death After Spending the Night Stranded in Off-Piste Terrain Near Val d’Isère, France Two Dutch skiers were forced to spend the night without shelter in the off-piste area Gorges du Malpasset, near the Val d’Isère ski area in Savoie, France, on Wednesday, January 15. The skiers had gotten stuck in difficult terrain and called search and rescue around 1 a.m. but were not rescued until approximately 6:45 a.m., as it took a while […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 17, 2025 0 Comments
Lindsey Vonn Suffers Fall in Training at Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, but Confirms She’s Good to Race This Weekend Lindsey Vonn, who this season returned to competitive ski racing after nearly six years of retirement, reassured fans she’s “good” following a fall during the Downhill Training on the Olympia delle Tofane course in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, on Thursday, January 16. Vonn’s protective airbag deployed under her suit during the crash, helping soften the impact. She skied to the finish area […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 16, 2025 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Offers Credits to Visitors Affected by Ski Patrol Strike at Park City Mountain, UT On Wednesday, January 15, Vail Resorts announced credits for guests who skied or snowboarded at Park City Mountain, Utah, with a pass or lift ticket during the patrol strike. Park City Professional Ski Patrol Association (PCPSPA) went on strike from December 27 to January 8, resulting in limited terrain opening during the peak holiday season. “We deeply value the trust and […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 16, 2025 3 Comments
Four Seasons to Elevate Historic Park Gstaad Hotel in Gstaad, Switzerland, into World-Class Alpine Destination The iconic Park Gstaad Hotel in Gstaad, Switzerland, a hallmark of luxury and alpine heritage since 1910, is poised for a transformative chapter under the management of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. Following a comprehensive renovation, the property is set to reopen as “The Park Gstaad, A Four Seasons Hotel” in May 2026, solidifying Gstaad’s status as a premier destination […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 16, 2025 0 Comments
Top 5 Guest Picks For Winter Chalets in the European Alps The demand for luxury travel continues to grow in 2025, with people seeking to make the most of their time with unique and bespoke experiences. While long nights can make winter feel depressing, European ski resorts know how to do winter well, with snow and ice-based activities and alpine hospitality bringing joy and comfort during the winter months. With winter […] Featured Article Julia Schneemann | January 16, 2025 0 Comments
Double-Swiss Podium at Night Slalom World Cup in Flachau, Austria, While Paula Moltzan Claims 6th Place For the last six years, the victor at the Night Slalom in Flachau, Austria, was one of two ski racers: Mikaela Shiffrin or Petra Vlhova. With both skiers currently not competing due to injuries, the title was up for grabs. While local favorite Katharina Liensberger went into the second run as the favorite, it was ultimately arch-nemesis Switzerland that […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 15, 2025 0 Comments
Snowboarder Falls from Chairlift at Copper Mountain, CO, Marking State’s 4th Chairlift Incident This Season An 18-year-old snowboarder fell from the American Flyer chairlift at Copper Mountain on January 6, marking the fourth such incident in Colorado this ski season. The snowboarder fell between towers 25 and 26 of the lift while preparing to unload. Fortunately, no significant injuries were reported, according to the Colorado Passenger Tramway Safety Board. The snowboarder reportedly raised the chairlift’s […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 15, 2025 0 Comments
Clement Noël Triumphs at Slalom World Cup in Adelboden, Switzerland, While Lucas Braathen Claims First Brazilian Slalom Podium In a race marked by challenging conditions and dramatic turns of fortune, Clement Noël from France claimed victory in Saturday’s Slalom on the legendary Chuenisbärgli piste. Battling fog, falling snow, and one of the World Cup circuit’s steepest courses, Noël overcame personal history and tough competition to notch his third win of the season. The Olympic champion delivered a stirring […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 14, 2025 0 Comments
3 Killed as Avalanche Buries 5 Skiers in Lepontine Alps, Italy Three skiers tragically lost their lives in an avalanche on the eastern ridge of Punta Valgrande, a summit rising to 2,856 meters (9,370 feet) in the Northern Lepontine Alps. The incident occurred shortly after noon on Sunday, January 12, on the Italian-Swiss border in the municipal territory of Trasquera. The victims were identified as Enzo Bonini, 65, owner of a […] Avalanche Julia Schneemann | January 13, 2025 0 Comments
USA’s Lauren Macuga Claims Historic Super-G Victory at FIS Alpine World Cup in St. Anton, Austria Everyone knew at the start of the day today in St. Anton, Austria, that the second half of today’s Super-G would hold the exciting part. For one, the weather forecast said that the visibility would improve, and two, there was a series of promising skiers with higher bib numbers, first of all, Lindsey Vonn in bib 31, but also yesterday’s […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 12, 2025 0 Comments
Italy’s Federica Brignone Wins 30th Career FIS Alpine World Cup at St. Anton, Austria, While Lindsey Vonn Claims an Amazing 6th Place in Her 1st Comeback Downhill Race On a spectacular bluebird day in St. Anton, Austria, the world’s best female speed skiers battled it out on the Karl Schranz Downhill course. Victory went to Italy’s Federica Brignone, while second place went to rookie Malorie Blanc on her Downhill World Cup debut. The 21-year-old Swiss skier in bib 46 bumped down Czechia’s Ester Ledecka, who put down a […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 11, 2025 0 Comments
Top 7 Snowiest Ski Resorts in Europe—Week 2, 2025 Week 2 of the 2024-25 season has brought some fresh snowfalls across the Alps. While it’s been nothing major in snowfall, it has provided much needed top ups after the busiest holiday week. If you are lucky enough to be able to ski outside school holidays: this is the perfect time to get some uncrowded turns in at many European […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | January 11, 2025 0 Comments