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Top places for a husky safari

Top places for a husky safari

The Arctic temperatures are set to return to Europe this week, so there’s still plenty of time for a snowy adventure. Cheapflights.co.uk is encouraging people to embrace the cold and swap sunny safaris with the snowy kind and have come up with their five favourite destinations for a husky sleigh ride through the snow.

Why skiers should consider snowboarding

Why skiers should consider snowboarding

If you've been skiing for years and are up for a new challenge, you may wish to invest in snowboard clothes and tackle a new winter sport. While you will still want to exercise your passion for skiing, it could be fun to try something different as well when you're on the slopes.

Sámi Reindeer Championship Races

Sámi spring festivals in Finland

This spring will see the Sámi, Europe’s only indigenous people, celebrate their most important festivals including The Reindeer Championship Races, the Sami Ski Race and the Enontekiö Ice Fishing Week in Finland

World Snowboarding Championships in Oslo

World Snowboarding Championships in Oslo

From the 10th-19th February, Olso will be hosting the World Snowboarding Championships. The best snowboards from around the globe will be gathering in the Norwegian capital next week to compete for snowboarding titles.

Top 10 fun parks in the Alps for snowboarders and freestylers

Top 10 fun parks in the Alps for snowboarders and freestylers

Fun parks are the new trend in winter sports, with many of the larger ski resorts investing more into bigger and better facilities for snowboarders and freestylers. So, if skiing is not really your thing and you feel more at home doing tricks on your snowboard, then SnowTrex, ski holiday tour operator have revealed their picks for the ten best fun parks in the Alps.

Practise your snow skills on the UK's dry slopes

Practise your snow skills on the UK's dry slopes

Winter might be on the way out, but that's no reason to put your skiwear in storage until the next cold snap. There are dry ski slopes across the UK where you can practise your moves and ensure you're at the height of your ability come your next visit to the piste.

Find ski deals at a top underrated resort

Enjoy wonderful skiing in Europe's underrated destinations

A winter sports holiday to Europe offers the chance for you to enjoy amazing skiing and snowboarding - as well as other exciting pursuits. Although you could head to world-famous destinations like Courchevel and Val d'Isere, why not think about going somewhere that is underrated, yet no less fabulous instead? Read on to find out more about these resorts.

British skiers want breathalyser tests on the slopes

92 per cent of British skiers said they want motoring style deterrents to tackle speed skiing. The research released today by MORE TH>N travel insurance reveals that alcohol is blamed as the biggest cause of dangerous speed skiing.

Eastern Europe is the cheapest place to ski this January

Romania is the cheapest European destination to visit for a skiing holiday, recent research has revealed. Although prices have been rising, on the whole Eastern European destinations remain significantly cheaper than those in the Alps.

Record-breaking snowfall in Austria: Safety warning issued

Skiers will be pleased to hear that the snow-shortage is well and truly a thing of the past – as Austira reports a record-breaking amount of snow in the Arlberg region. A warning has been issued, as the snow could cause a deadly avalanche.

Top locations for holidays learning to cross country ski

The choice of winter activity holidays is not limited to a week spent in a packed Alpine resort and if you are willing to try something new, you will have the opportunity to enjoy snowy landscapes, mountainous terrain and tranquil forests in peace.

Enjoy a world-class skiing holiday in snow-sure Chamonix

If you're looking for ski holidays that enable you to take part in fantastic winter sports, you should be sure to consider a trip to France. Although the region is awash with fantastic resorts, Chamonix makes for a truly world-class holiday as here you can enjoy sublime skiing and snowboarding.

Adventures in Britain’s first sustainable tourism destination

Eden Valley, set in the UK’s Lake District region is set to become Britain’s first sustainable and low impact tourism destination and a popular place to visit.

Discover London's best outdoor ice rinks this winter

London is full of exciting things to see and do, but if you're looking for something unique to try this winter, you might be keen to visit some of the capital's best ice rinks. Whether you're a pro or a beginner, skating around on the ice in front of the city's most famous attractions is sure to make for a holiday you won't forget!

Best value ski resorts

With the current economic situation, many people are looking to cut down on winter sport travel costs and look for alternative ski resorts that provide better value for money. New research has revealed that Eastern European resorts provide the best value ski holidays this winter, so here’s a list of the top three.

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