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Hello ,
We all know the earlybird catches the worm, and when there are powder opportunities at stake and holiday bargains to be had, it is even more important to get booking now and secure your winter holiday ahead of the crowd.
In the edge this week we've got advice on organising a group holiday, top tips for winter flight routes and some great deals on peak dates to whet your appetite for winter.
Don't miss the boat - start planning your season trips now!
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| Snowtips |
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Summer holidays? Sorted.
Winter holidays? The fun starts now. It's time to start booking again (if you haven't already). June is the perfect time to get early bargains and deals on travel. Our best snowtip is to book flights as early as possible:
Airline routes:
easyjet.com - winter routes on sale by the end of June
ryanair.com - winter routes on sale now
thomsonfly.com - winter routes to Salzburg and Grenoble on sale now, the rest on sale soon
ba.com - winter routes on sale now
jet2.com - winter routes on sale now
bmibaby - winter routes on sale by the end of June
Holidays:
Look out for all sorts of early savings with tour operators - Ski Club members save even more on thousands of holidays. Or if you want to book your own travel, use our Ski Accommodation Search.
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| Ask The Experts |
| Q. I'm trying to sort out a group of 16 for a ski trip in January, and it's turning into a nightmare. Any suggestions? |
A. Planning a ski holiday for a large group is always going to require a certain amount of patience and diplomacy, but the end result will be worth it.
As chief organiser, firstly take into consideration each individual's needs and wants and then make the final resort and accommodation decision yourself. This saves a lot of time and hassle.
However, don't take the decision lightly. If you're an experienced skier, travelling with 15 beginners, then don't head to a resort with 80% red and black runs. A good all-rounder would be best, unless you're all of a specific standard. Visit the Resort Guide to identify the best one for your group.
Once decided, get all costs together and send out an email to the group detailing as much as possible. Include when, where, who with, what you get for your money, and the extras you'll have to pay for in resort when you get there.
Give a date for final names and deposits. Make sure you get these, as you don't want to be held responsible for those who drop out.
Other points to consider: some tour operators do great group discounts and early booking offers. It's never too early to plan your trip.
Skiclub.co.uk has hundreds of tour operators and ski accommodation offering discounts. Make this your first port of call, then head to the Info & Advice section for more advice on your holidays and travel. |
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| Snow Reports |
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| AUT |
The Molltal and Kaprun glaciers are due to open this weekend. Skiing conditions are wet to heavy on the Stubai and Hintertux glaciers. |
| FRA |
Tignes is scheduled to open for summer skiing this Saturday. Cloudy weather in Les Deux Alpes is set to clear this weekend leaving sunny skies. |
| SWI |
After changeable weather early this week, sunshine is forecast in Zermatt this weekend. |
| ITA |
Sun is breaking through the cloud at Val Senales and there is light cloud over the Presena glacier. Conditions should remain the same this weekend. |
| NA |
There is wet and cloudy weather at Blackcomb in Canada. Timberline in America is blessed with sunny weather, complimenting the great snow conditions. |
| SH |
Snow is expected over the weekend in Australian resorts and before the weekend in Chilean resorts. Conditions are mild in New Zealand. |
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 Saas-Fee Ride
Athletes from across Europe will be expressing their interpretation of modern day skiing at the Saas-Fee Ride event on 19 July. The 6th edition of the competition will be held in the Swiss resort's stunning glacial terrain park.
The Snowpark will showcase a perfectly built Big Air kicker for riders to session, and will also host the Halfpipe and Rail Jam competitions. Whilst the level of riding is high, the event has a relaxed, summery ambience with slope-side DJs and a BBQ at the bottom of the Snowpark.
Find out more about Saas-Fee Ride.
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 Do you work in the ski industry?
If so, the Ski Club and Natives.co.uk are hosting the UK Snowsports Summer Weekender, an event for anyone working in the UK snowsports industry.
Enjoy a weekend of skiing on the Tignes glacier and afternoon activities including mountain-biking, walking and ski-jumping into the lake if you're game.
The UK Snowsports Summer Weekender is running from 24-27 July and costs £99 per person, which includes accommodation and lift pass, but not travel.
Find out more about the Summer Weekender.
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