Festive offer – unique to FamilySkiNews.com

FamilySkiNews.com has two exclusive deals running this week in conjunction with the company My Mountain Chalets.  We are offering you the chance to stay in one of their gorgeous chalets in Samoëns, France in the week commencing 17 December:  either in … Read More

It’s snowing…

After one of the warmest autumns in the Alps for nearly 150 years, it’s finally snowing.  Not a lot… but better than nothing.   And more snow is forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday.  The heaviest snowfall has fallen in the western … Read More

December bargains

This month has been one of the warmest Novembers on record in the Alps, and there’s still a distinct lack of snow. 

But the good news is… there’s an avalanche of amazing ski deals around at present.  Here are three of … Read More

More resorts open in the Alps… despite a distinct lack of snow

Several resorts opened this weekend for the ski season despite having very limited skiable terrain.  These included Val d’Isère and Val Thorens in France; Ischgl in Austria; Madonna di Campiglio in Italy; and Davos-Klosters in Switzerland.  It comes as no … Read More

Father Christmas is coming to town…

In fact not just one but thousands of Santas can be seen on Saturday 3 December in London’s Battersea Park.  They will be taking part in a 6km annual fun run to raise money for disabled skiers.

The event is … Read More

Just 48 hours to snap up special low fares to Iceland

Iceland’s low-cost carrier, Iceland Express is offering bargain rates enabling all the family to jet off to see the magical Northern Lights this Christmas without breaking the bank – with seats from just £69 from London Gatwick to Reykjavik, if you travel anytime from … Read More

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