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Find your Zen with relaxing ski spa holidays in Europe

Are you looking for the perfect indulgent escape? You’re in luck. Embark on a spa ski holiday to glide down pristine peaks, then soak up the atmosphere in idyllic thermal pools overlooking snow-dusted mountain tops.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
2 Dec, 2024
1 min read
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5 of the best resorts in France for beginners

For the crème de la crème of beginner skiing experiences, our Heidi experts have picked some of the best ski resorts in France for first-time skiers.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
14 Nov, 2024
1 min read
Ski slope between snowy trees under gondola

Top 20 ski resorts near Geneva

Looking to maximise your time on the slopes? Short ski trips from Geneva can save you time and money, with short transfers, plenty of flight times, and more resort choice.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
28 Oct, 2024
1 min read
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Top 5 ski resort filming locations

Make like Emily Cooper in the new fourth season of Emily in Paris and head to the slopes this winter! Heidi’s ski holiday specialists have picked their top five resorts starring on the silver screen.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
25 Oct, 2024
1 min read
Group of friends skiing down tree lined slope in La Clusaz

Top 5 France ski weekends

For those tight on time and money, a skiing weekend in France is the perfect option with plenty of resorts, short flights, and one-hour transfers from Geneva.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
16 Oct, 2024
1 min read
Skier skiing off piste in Pas De La Casa ski resort

Top 5 cheap ski weekends

Perfect for those on a tight budget, ski weekends offer you a quick mountain fix packed into a few short days for those looking to maximise time and money.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
11 Oct, 2024
1 min read
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Best ski resorts for families with young children

You'll have fun anywhere on a family ski holiday, but some resorts are particularly well set-up for young families. Here are our top 10...
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
11 Jul, 2024
1 min read
Traditional church tower in snowy winter ski resort of La Clusaz

Best ski resorts for weekends or short breaks

Our top picks when you're short on time, but want to pack in as much slope time as possible.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
20 Feb, 2024
1 min read
Family skiing down ski slope in Val Thorens Winter resort

How to save money on a ski holiday

Skiing on a budget? Just trying to get the best value from your holiday? Follow our top tips for saving money on your ski trip...
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
19 Feb, 2024
1 min read

Best resorts for Easter ski holidays

Longer days, warmer temperatures and with any luck, a late dump of snow. Here are our top 7 Easter ski destinations...
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
17 Feb, 2024
1 min read
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The best resorts in Europe for Intermediate Skiers

Whether you want a relaxing ski holiday with stunning mountain views, a lively apres-ski scene, or an energetic mile-munching skiing experience, there is something for everyone in our top ten list of skiing destinations for intermediate skiers.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
11 Apr, 2023
1 min read
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The biggest ski areas in Europe

If you wanna go big on your ski holiday, there's no better place than in the heart of these vast European ski areas. With hundreds of kilometres of pistes to explore, you'll clock up some impressive carve time. We countdown from the biggest...
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
27 Mar, 2023
1 min read
Family enjoying eating fondue cheese while on holiday in france

The Best Ski resorts for foodies

Skiing and good food go hand in hand. After shredding the mountain all day, some hearty grub to top up the energy levels is essential.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
14 Mar, 2023
1 min read

The Best Ski resorts for Snowboarders

Looking for your next snowboarding adventure? Look no further! Whether you're a beginner or expert, a park rat or backcountry fanatic, grab your board and get ready to hit the slopes at one of our best named resorts for snowboarding holidays.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
14 Mar, 2023
1 min read
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10 of the best ski resorts for non-skiers

Ski resorts aren't just for avid skiers or snowboarders. There are loads of activities for non-skiers too. You can enjoy a fantastic winter holiday without ever hitting the slopes.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
14 Mar, 2023
1 min read

The best high altitude ski resorts

Whether you’re looking for a late-season skiing getaway or a snowsure resort with plenty of powdery off-piste terrain, high-altitude ski resorts deliver mountain loads of fun. Here are some of the best-known and most popular high-altitude ski resorts that guarantee to make you smile from peak to bar. 
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
14 Mar, 2023
1 min read

High altitude ski resorts you've probably not heard of

There are plenty of snow sure, high altitude resorts, but at peak times, the classics can get pretty booked-up. So here are some of our fave high-altitude ski resorts where you can avoid the crowds.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
2 Mar, 2023
1 min read
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The best resorts in Europe for advanced skiers

There’s one thing advanced skie­rs do need and that’s variety – plenty of red and black runs and off-piste to ke­ep you coming back for more. We scoured the Alps to find the best resorts for ad­vanced skiers and ex­perts.​
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
17 Feb, 2023
1 min read
Snowboarder overlooking ski slopes in Valmeinier

Resorts for your radar - 10 hidden gems for Winter '24/25

It’s easy to get dazzled by big, well-known resorts, but if you delve a little deeper, there are heaps of fantastic undercover slopes to discover. Here are a few of our favourites.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
17 Feb, 2023
1 min read
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Our pick of the best apres ski resorts

If time off the slopes is as high on your ski holiday must-have list as hurling yourself down snowy mountains, then check out our fave locations for the best après ski in Europe.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
14 Feb, 2023
1 min read

The best ski resorts for beginners

Wondering where to book your first ski trip? Here are our tips on where to head for beginner-friendly ski resorts.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
8 Feb, 2023
1 min read

Five best resorts for off-piste skiing

So, you wanna venture into some snowy backcountry on your next ski trip? Well, here's the lowdown on the best ski resorts for off-piste skiing.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
23 Jan, 2023
1 min read

Best places to go for a half term ski holiday

There is a lot to love about a half term ski holiday. Here are our top 5 ski spots and 5 top tips for half term fun...
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
12 Dec, 2022
1 min read

Best ski resorts for New Year's Eve

You could say ski holidays and New Year's Eve were made for each other. Here are our top ten New Year's Eve ski holiday destinations...
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
12 Dec, 2022
1 min read

Where do the royal family go on their ski holiday?

You may not have the budget of the Royal family, but you can certainly ski on the same slopes. For the lowdown on who goes where, read on...
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
6 Dec, 2022
1 min read

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