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Alpine skiing in France: successful season in the Alps, (10/05/2012)
(Snow Regions in France)
According to official statistics, the last 2011-2012 season was quite successful for the French Alps. The number of tourists visited ski resorts in France at the famous peaks increased compared with the previous year by 2%.
(Snow Regions in France)
According to official statistics, the last 2011-2012 season was quite successful for the French Alps. The number of tourists visited ski resorts in France at the famous peaks increased compared with the previous year by 2%.
Ski resorts in Austria suffer from noise, (12/04/2012)
(Austria Ski Tipps)
Residents of Zell-Am-Se town had to complain about excessive noise, which produces numerous bars of the Austrian ski resort in the Salzburg region.
(Austria Ski Tipps)
Residents of Zell-Am-Se town had to complain about excessive noise, which produces numerous bars of the Austrian ski resort in the Salzburg region.
Bulgarian ski resort: Easter skiing, (07/04/2012)
According to the Bulgarian National Television, the resort administration decided to offer unique opportunity to free skiing on the slopes of Pamporovo before the Easter after consultation with the Smolyan city authorities, which is located near the resort.
According to the Bulgarian National Television, the resort administration decided to offer unique opportunity to free skiing on the slopes of Pamporovo before the Easter after consultation with the Smolyan city authorities, which is located near the resort.
Kronplatz closes ski season with bed and table race, (29/03/2012)
(Skiing in Italy)
One of the most popular Italian ski resorts - Kronplatz - will close the season on its slopes on April 22, 2012 by organizing a cheerful Locknfescht festival.
(Skiing in Italy)
One of the most popular Italian ski resorts - Kronplatz - will close the season on its slopes on April 22, 2012 by organizing a cheerful Locknfescht festival.
Mariah Carey will close the season in Ischgl, (21/03/2012)
(Austria Ski Tipps)
This year, the main star of the closing ceremony will be Mariah Carey. The famous American pop diva will give a concert in Ischgl on April 30, 2012.
(Austria Ski Tipps)
This year, the main star of the closing ceremony will be Mariah Carey. The famous American pop diva will give a concert in Ischgl on April 30, 2012.
March discounts at the Norwegian mountain ski resort, (19/03/2012)
Popular Norwegian ski resort of Hemsedal in the near future will organize the traditional "family week in Hemsedal". This year the event will take place in two stages from March 25 to April 8 and April 15-29. All those, who will book hotel rooms online for these periods, will receive a 25 percent discount not only for accommodation, but also on ski passes, ski training courses, equipment rental and children center services, as well as a special entertainment program and special menus in local restaurants.
Popular Norwegian ski resort of Hemsedal in the near future will organize the traditional "family week in Hemsedal". This year the event will take place in two stages from March 25 to April 8 and April 15-29. All those, who will book hotel rooms online for these periods, will receive a 25 percent discount not only for accommodation, but also on ski passes, ski training courses, equipment rental and children center services, as well as a special entertainment program and special menus in local restaurants.
Austrian rescue teams searched for musicians and "celebrities", (07/03/2012)
(Austria Ski Tipps)
Recently Austrian rescuers had to work more than usual. Two men were unable to descend from the Alpine slopes without assistance. One of the unlucky climbers was a musician, while the second pretended to be a celebrity.
(Austria Ski Tipps)
Recently Austrian rescuers had to work more than usual. Two men were unable to descend from the Alpine slopes without assistance. One of the unlucky climbers was a musician, while the second pretended to be a celebrity.
David Guetta will come to Sölden, (27/02/2012)
(Austria Ski Tipps)
Sölden ski resort, which has the reputation of "the snowiest resort in Austria" and which traditionally hosts the first stage of Alpine Ski World Cup, may also be considered as the most rave area in the Alps. Anyway, this spring Sölden will deservedly bear this title as here will come the №1 DJ in the world - David Guetta.
(Austria Ski Tipps)
Sölden ski resort, which has the reputation of "the snowiest resort in Austria" and which traditionally hosts the first stage of Alpine Ski World Cup, may also be considered as the most rave area in the Alps. Anyway, this spring Sölden will deservedly bear this title as here will come the №1 DJ in the world - David Guetta.
Serre Chevalier in spring: festivals and tours, (23/02/2012)
(Snow Regions in France)
Serre Chevalier ski resort prepared a set of interesting festivals and events at the end of the season, which were not held during the whole winter. Spring on the resort slopes promises to be a very busy season.
(Snow Regions in France)
Serre Chevalier ski resort prepared a set of interesting festivals and events at the end of the season, which were not held during the whole winter. Spring on the resort slopes promises to be a very busy season.
Ski hotels in Europe: price and quality from Trivago, (16/02/2012)
In the wake of growing demand for budget hotels in the UK Trivago.co.uk tourism portal prepared a special rating of cheap ski hotels represented in the network.
In the wake of growing demand for budget hotels in the UK Trivago.co.uk tourism portal prepared a special rating of cheap ski hotels represented in the network.
Austrian ski resort: language lessons on the lift, (06/02/2012)
(Austria Ski Tipps)
Nassfeld ski resort is one of the largest winter recreation areas in Carinthia, which offers a special service on its slopes. To be more precise - not on the slopes, but on the lift.
(Austria Ski Tipps)
Nassfeld ski resort is one of the largest winter recreation areas in Carinthia, which offers a special service on its slopes. To be more precise - not on the slopes, but on the lift.
Skiing in Switzerland: strong franc enables big discounts, (30/01/2012)
(Switzerland Ski Region)
Because of strengthening of the Swiss franc against euro and dollar prices for holiday in Switzerland have significantly increased and many tourists prefer to visit less expensive resorts in French or Austrian Alps. To save potential customers many ski resorts in Switzerland reduced prices for accommodation and services.
(Switzerland Ski Region)
Because of strengthening of the Swiss franc against euro and dollar prices for holiday in Switzerland have significantly increased and many tourists prefer to visit less expensive resorts in French or Austrian Alps. To save potential customers many ski resorts in Switzerland reduced prices for accommodation and services.
Seefeld will celebrate the end of winter, (30/01/2012)
(Austria Ski Tipps)
At the world-famous Austrian ski resort of Seefeld on February 19 will be organized Maskentreiben 2012 festivities. Originally a small celebration created by local residents for the tourists evolved into a vivid entertainment show, enjoying great popularity among the guests of the resort.
(Austria Ski Tipps)
At the world-famous Austrian ski resort of Seefeld on February 19 will be organized Maskentreiben 2012 festivities. Originally a small celebration created by local residents for the tourists evolved into a vivid entertainment show, enjoying great popularity among the guests of the resort.
Ice festival at Norwegian ski resort, (29/01/2012)
This year the Ice Music Festival will be held from 3 to 5 February, while the ticket price will be about 300-400 NOK for the entire festival. Ticket holders will be able to reach the venue of the festival on a free bus from the central square of Geilo.
This year the Ice Music Festival will be held from 3 to 5 February, while the ticket price will be about 300-400 NOK for the entire festival. Ticket holders will be able to reach the venue of the festival on a free bus from the central square of Geilo.
The cheapest ski resort in Europe is located in Romania, (29/01/2012)
(Other Ski Regions)
Predial ski resort in Romania became the cheapest European winter skiing destination. The average price of accommodation in local hotels was about 55 Euros per night.
(Other Ski Regions)
Predial ski resort in Romania became the cheapest European winter skiing destination. The average price of accommodation in local hotels was about 55 Euros per night.
Ski resorts in Spain are fighting for snow, (22/01/2012)
Heavy snowfalls, which literally flooded half of Europe in early January would have been now like manna from heaven for some ski resorts in Spain. Because of the unusually warm weather many ski holiday centers in Madrid forced to close most tracks or open only a small number of them.
Heavy snowfalls, which literally flooded half of Europe in early January would have been now like manna from heaven for some ski resorts in Spain. Because of the unusually warm weather many ski holiday centers in Madrid forced to close most tracks or open only a small number of them.
Ski resort in the United States will build the fastest gondola in the world, (15/01/2012)
(USA Ski Country)
Vail, the US ski resort with a half century history, reported about construction of a new super-modern gondola timed to the 50th anniversary of the resort, which will be celebrated here in the next 2012-2013 ski season.
(USA Ski Country)
Vail, the US ski resort with a half century history, reported about construction of a new super-modern gondola timed to the 50th anniversary of the resort, which will be celebrated here in the next 2012-2013 ski season.
New snow parks will be opened in Andorra, (08/01/2012)
Ski resorts in the Principality of Andorra are very popular both among professional athletes and tourists, who like to spend holidays in the mountains. At the same time to maintain the highest level of service infrastructure of the resort is annually upgraded and improved in line with the latest alpine skiing technology.
Ski resorts in the Principality of Andorra are very popular both among professional athletes and tourists, who like to spend holidays in the mountains. At the same time to maintain the highest level of service infrastructure of the resort is annually upgraded and improved in line with the latest alpine skiing technology.
Finnish ski resorts are waiting for the Russian influx, (31/12/2011)Ski resorts of Finland during the first days of the New Year are waiting for the mass arrival of tourists from Russia. According to some Finnish media, in particular Helsingin Sanomat, during the period from 2 to 4 of January, 2012 the border between Russia and Finland in both directions will be crossed daily by 50 000 tourists.
Ski resorts in Bulgaria will improve food services, (30/12/2011)
The agency for food safety of Bulgaria started active checks of catering services in connection with the start of the winter tourist season at Bulgarian ski resorts. The reason for such large-scale action was the fact that serious violations were revealed during the late summer spot checks of such facilities. Representative of the Bulgarian agency for food safety Lubomir Kulinsky also said that many cooks at the Bulgarian resorts do not have professional education, which violates the nutrition law.
The agency for food safety of Bulgaria started active checks of catering services in connection with the start of the winter tourist season at Bulgarian ski resorts. The reason for such large-scale action was the fact that serious violations were revealed during the late summer spot checks of such facilities. Representative of the Bulgarian agency for food safety Lubomir Kulinsky also said that many cooks at the Bulgarian resorts do not have professional education, which violates the nutrition law.
The most expensive ski-passes are in Switzerland and Norway, (30/12/2011)
Ski resorts of Norway and Switzerland earned not only the title of the snowiest resorts in Europe, but also one of the most expensive. The study of the German travel portal ab-in-den-urlaub.de demonstrates the level of prices for one-day ski passes. On average the most expensive passes were found in the two countries mentioned above.
Ski resorts of Norway and Switzerland earned not only the title of the snowiest resorts in Europe, but also one of the most expensive. The study of the German travel portal ab-in-den-urlaub.de demonstrates the level of prices for one-day ski passes. On average the most expensive passes were found in the two countries mentioned above.
French ski resort offers dinner on the lift, (19/12/2011)
(Snow Regions in France)
The French ski resort of les Gets located in the Portes du Soleil region presented an unusual offer for the guests, who will arrive on holiday in les Gets for the Valentine's Day in 2012. Resort operator offers all lovers the opportunity to book a dinner in gondola.
(Snow Regions in France)
The French ski resort of les Gets located in the Portes du Soleil region presented an unusual offer for the guests, who will arrive on holiday in les Gets for the Valentine's Day in 2012. Resort operator offers all lovers the opportunity to book a dinner in gondola.
Schlitteda: sleigh rides in St. Moritz, (18/12/2011)
(Switzerland Ski Region)
Swiss ski resort of St. Moritz located in the Engadine Valley is known worldwide as one of the most exclusive and expensive winter recreational areas. Tourists often call this Swiss resort the Top of the World. Entertainment in this "reserve of the millionaires" is also appropriating: Cartier Polo World Cup, classical music festival Snow & Symphony, sailing regatta on the Lake St. Moritz and unique Ice Golf Championship.
(Switzerland Ski Region)
Swiss ski resort of St. Moritz located in the Engadine Valley is known worldwide as one of the most exclusive and expensive winter recreational areas. Tourists often call this Swiss resort the Top of the World. Entertainment in this "reserve of the millionaires" is also appropriating: Cartier Polo World Cup, classical music festival Snow & Symphony, sailing regatta on the Lake St. Moritz and unique Ice Golf Championship.
Austrian ski resort opened the season with snowmobile racing, (15/12/2011)
(Austria Ski Tipps)
Saalbach-Hinterglemm ski resort in Austria started the ski season. The season opening was accompanied by one of the most spectacular this year shows - snowmobile races Swatch Snow Mobile, which took place on the streets of the resort on December 8-11, 2011.
(Austria Ski Tipps)
Saalbach-Hinterglemm ski resort in Austria started the ski season. The season opening was accompanied by one of the most spectacular this year shows - snowmobile races Swatch Snow Mobile, which took place on the streets of the resort on December 8-11, 2011.
Alpine ski resorts received snow at last, (07/12/2011)(Snow Regions in France)
Pessimistic predictions about the upcoming Alpine ski season did not realized, which pleased skiers and resort operators in Austria, France, Italy and Switzerland. The Alps experienced heavy snowfalls on Monday.
There is no snow in the Alps, what the internet says ?, (06/12/2011)
(Other Ski Regions)
Studying the situation in the leading ski areas in Europe online community leaves different comments about the lack of snow. Below are given some of the most striking comments that have been published on the forum of the British publication guardian.co.uk:
(Other Ski Regions)
Studying the situation in the leading ski areas in Europe online community leaves different comments about the lack of snow. Below are given some of the most striking comments that have been published on the forum of the British publication guardian.co.uk:
Alpine skiing: France, Switzerland, Norway, Austria are ready, (06/12/2011)
Les 2 Alpes follows Swiss Zermatt and Italian Cervinia. Both alpine resorts, which are united by a common ski pass, reported about opening of all ski tracks. From now on Zermatt-Cervinia offers its guests 177 kilometers of prepared ski slopes.
Les 2 Alpes follows Swiss Zermatt and Italian Cervinia. Both alpine resorts, which are united by a common ski pass, reported about opening of all ski tracks. From now on Zermatt-Cervinia offers its guests 177 kilometers of prepared ski slopes.
Alta Badia: alpine skiing in Italy and Italian cuisine, (06/12/2011)
(Skiing in Italy)
The well-known Italian region Alta Badia in the Dolomites, which combines several small ski resorts, including Corvara and Colfosco, intends to promote winter holidays on its slopes as "gastronomic alpine skiing".
(Skiing in Italy)
The well-known Italian region Alta Badia in the Dolomites, which combines several small ski resorts, including Corvara and Colfosco, intends to promote winter holidays on its slopes as "gastronomic alpine skiing".
Ski resorts in Austria, France and Switzerland open the season, (27/11/2011)
Ski season in Europe starts in November. Ski season comes timidly to the slopes of Alpine Europe. Why timidly? It is because conditions at many ski resorts are not ideal or simply absent. Only high-altitude resorts have the opportunity to announce the opening of ski season in late November.
Ski season in Europe starts in November. Ski season comes timidly to the slopes of Alpine Europe. Why timidly? It is because conditions at many ski resorts are not ideal or simply absent. Only high-altitude resorts have the opportunity to announce the opening of ski season in late November.
Winter ski resort in Andorra gets new tracks, (26/11/2011)
Already five new ski tracks will be introduced in the current ski region in the Andorran region of GrandValira. The length of the new tracks is 12 kilometers. Thus, the total length of the ski tracks in GrandValira will grow up to 205 kilometers. Among the ski resorts of the Pyrenees no one has exceeded this figure except Grandvalira.
Already five new ski tracks will be introduced in the current ski region in the Andorran region of GrandValira. The length of the new tracks is 12 kilometers. Thus, the total length of the ski tracks in GrandValira will grow up to 205 kilometers. Among the ski resorts of the Pyrenees no one has exceeded this figure except Grandvalira.
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10/05/2012
Alpine skiing in France: successful season in the Alps
According to official statistics, the last 2011-2012 season was quite successful for the French Alps. The number of tourists visited ski resorts in France at the famous peaks increased compared with the previous year by 2%.
12/04/2012
Ski resorts in Austria suffer from noise
Residents of Zell-Am-Se town had to complain about excessive noise, which produces numerous bars of the Austrian ski resort in the Salzburg region.
07/04/2012
Bulgarian ski resort: Easter skiing
According to the Bulgarian National Television, the resort administration decided to offer unique opportunity to free skiing on the slopes of Pamporovo before the Easter after consultation with the Smolyan city authorities, which is located near the resort.
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