Courmayeur, Italy, Report: 10 Out of 10 Tree Skiing in the Shadow of 15,774-Foot Mont Blanc Report from Sunday, December 8, 2024 Buongiorno. What day is it? I don’t know; the jet lag has had its way with me the past few nights since I arrived in Italy. I awake in a confusion each morning, the night sky still dark as the bottom of a well. The budget flight to get here cost me three […] Conditions Report Martin Kuprianowicz | December 8, 2024 0 Comments
The 13 Largest Ski Resorts on Earth We all know that bigger is better when it comes to ski resorts and many other things. In the USA, a biggest ski resort is Big Sky and it’s 5,800 acres. There are ski resorts in the Alps that make Big Sky look like a kiddie hill. So, where are the biggest ski resorts on Earth? Mostly in the Alps, it’s true, but there are a couple others outside of the Alps in North America. If you’re a true ski freak […] SnowBrains | November 19, 2024 73 Comments
85-Year-Old French Ski Resort Alpe du Grand Serre Forced to Close Permanently—Climate Change to Blame? The Alpe du Grand Serre ski resort in the French Alps has permanently closed, citing financial difficulties and the impacts of climate change, France3 reports. On October 5, 2023, local authorities voted not to reopen the resort for the upcoming winter season, effectively ending its 85-year run as a popular winter sports destination. Related: Climate Change Could Actually Lead to More […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 8, 2024 0 Comments
Ohau Snow Fields, New Zealand Report: Chewbacca Rides Chalk! Report from September 21, 2024 Ohau Snow Fields, a hidden-not-secret gem of New Zealand snow culture, has been reveling in a radical winter of skiing and snowboarding. Ample wind transport, plus a sneaky 9-inch dash of powder snow, made yesterday a “pop magic” kinda session in the Ohau mountains. Straightaway, there was a prerequisite to stare down a bullish wind […] Conditions Report Paulie | September 22, 2024 0 Comments
Winter is Coming: European Ski Resorts Prepare to Open Dust off those skis, snow has fallen in the Alps. A cold front rolled into western Europe, dropping temperatures 11 to 18°F (6 to 10 °C) below the mid-September average. This cold front is delivering heavy precipitation, with an estimated 40-80 inches for the total storm. However, most of Europe will experience rain with snow only expected in high-altitude regions […] Industry News Luke Guilford | September 13, 2024 0 Comments
Top 5 Ski Resorts That You Can Reach by (Sleeper) Train in Europe According to the environmental organization Protect Our Winters (POW), traveling to ski resorts is responsible for most of the emissions emitted during skiing and snowboarding. This is why more and more skiers, especially in Europe, are choosing trains to get to their snowsports destination. These trains are also a good opportunity for international travelers who want to save money since […] Industry News Leander Walchshöfer | June 27, 2024 0 Comments
Chamonix, France, Conditions Report: Sunny Skies at Brévent and Flégère Report from January 12, 2024 Chamonix The Chamonix region in France includes five main ski areas. La Balme, Les Grands Montets, Brévent, Flégère, and Les Houches. Unlike most places in Europe, Chamonix does not have a mega resort where all resorts in the area are connected by lifts. Although from town Brévent/Flégère are connected and the closest areas to the […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | January 21, 2024 0 Comments
7 Essential Items to Pack For an International Ski Trip A U.S. TikTok influencer has been going viral for proving that some international skiing destinations may be much less expensive than staying in the country. So you’re convinced; you’ve booked your flights and the date is getting closer. Here’s a list of seven essentials not to forget if you’re going abroad this winter: #1 Your Ski Pass Ikon and Epic have […] Gear Review Brett Ploss | December 20, 2023 0 Comments
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