Ski developments in Bulgaria

FamilySkiNews were at the World Travel Market in London last week to see Bulgaria unveil its brand new tourism strategy.  Known primarily as a beach and skiing destination, the nation is also keen to showcase its other attractions.  Its new … Read More

An early start for Whistler

With cool temperatures and the return of La Nina, forecasted to bring greater than average snowfall in North America this autumn, it’s looking like a promising start to the ski season – although admittedly not yet as spectacular as the … Read More

St Moritz wins an ‘Oscar’

The glitzy Swiss resort of St Moritz has just been appointed Best European Ski Resort at the British Travel Awards, closely followed by Val d’Isere in second place, and Chamonix in third.   These accolades are awarded annually by both experts and … Read More

Premier Neige

As winter evenings draw in, the team at FamilySkiNews are cheering ourselves up by planning some ‘first snow’ skiing in the Alps, and this offer caught our eye.  It’s from Flexiski who, as their name suggests, specialise in tailor-made ski breaks for … Read More

A Christmas Carol

Looking for a magical and truly Christmassy break for all the family, without the cost of a trip to Lapland?  Then look no further than Austria, and the picture-postcard village of Oberndorf, near Salzburg– home to the world’s most famous … Read More

The latest TUI family ski deals

Basking in their glory as winners of the British Travel Awards, Thomson Ski, Crystal and First Choice Ski, all known for their excellent family-friendly packages, currently have some superb early-season special offers (subject to availability), including:   

4* Chalet Fauner … Read More

Thomson maintain their status as top UK ski operator

Last night at Battersea Evolution in London’s BatterseaPark, the 2011 British Travel Awards ceremony celebrated an impressive line-up of winning travel companies as voted for by the British public. This year more than 700,000 votes were cast – three … Read More

“On yer bike!” says former Olympic skier Graham Bell

It’s easy to forget just how demanding a skiing or a snowboarding holiday can be on your body.  To maximise your enjoyment of your trip, it’s important to be ski-fit.  That’s why FamilySkiNews has attended a fitness workshop this weekend, run … Read More

What’s new at the Birmingham Ski Show?

Family Ski News was at the British Ski & Board Show at the NEC in Birmingham this weekend getting in the mood for the holiday season and hunting out the latest family holiday deals and products.

With resorts and tourist … Read More

Step forward Andorra

The ski resorts of Andorra have been singled out as offering the cheapest skiing in the Eurozone, according to new survey analysing the cost of skiing – a subject particularly close to our hearts, given the current economic climate.

The … Read More