Join two-time Italian national ski champion and Val d’Isere-based SkiBro instructor, Danilo R, as he shows you how to get to grips with the mountain. The Top Ten Ski Tips You Need to Know BEFORE You Hit the Slopes There are tons of reasons to take up skiing: it’s fantastic exercise, a great way to …
How will coronavirus affect the 20/21 ski season? Will I be able to go skiing this winter? If you’re reading this, the chances are strong you want to know if you’re going to be able to go skiing in winter 2020/2021. Like many people wondering if it’s safe to go skiing this winter following the …
Have you just woken up to a white out? Don’t stress, just check out the four tips below from Val d’Isere and Courchevel based ski instructor Lara D. Soon, you’ll breeze through the fog like it was a bluebird and enjoy skiing no matter the weather! As Lara says, if you can practice skiing well …
A guest post by Verbier-based independent ski instructor Sandy M. How to let go of fear and learn to love skiing. Waking up today the view out of the window has changed; suddenly we have more snow on the peaks, turning things white where yesterday so much was auburn and russet. As always at this …
Whether it’s a friend, a co-worker or simply your own curiosity, if you’ve made it to this post you’re tantalisingly close to dipping your toes into the world of skiing. You’ve heard how amazing it is – more a lifestyle than a mere hobby, so much so that a full 97% of people who go …
Do cold toes make you quit skiing early? Do you have trouble keeping your feet warm while skiing? Maybe you’ve tried single use toe warmers, but didn’t like how they bunched up in your ski boots. If you answered yes to either of the above then, like me, you probably want to invest in some …
Skiing and Mindfulness is a series by Val d’Isere & Tignes-based ski instructor and mindfulness coach, Bernard C. I ski to reclaim my spirit from a conditioned world that is always seeking to limit my being. On the list of limitations we find ‘expectations’. Peace begins when expectations ends Your ego teaches you to believe …
What’s the difference between private and group ski lessons? Generally speaking, the rule is: Ski school lessons are more affordable and a great way to meet other skiers who are the same ability level as you. Private ski lessons are more expensive but allow you to progress at your natural pace (however fast or slow …
Cabbage. Cash. Dosh. Dough. Whatever you call it, this post is going to save you money. Notoriously not the cheapest vacation option, nearly everyone would like to keep the costs down when heading skiing. After all, not going skiing simply isn’t a viable option. We spoke with experts across the industry who gave us their …
Look, we love skiing as much as anyone (and more than many), but if you came here looking for inspirational quotes like “Skis are the ultimate transportation to freedom” you’re in the wrong place. Below you’ll some of our favourite snarky, tongue-in-cheek, stereotypical ski quotes, ones that poke fun at our favourite pastime in a …
