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3 TIPS ON CLEANING YOUR SKIS AND SNOWBOARD TO LOOK AND FEEL BRAND NEW

September 30, 2021 Anna

Do you want your skiing and snowboarding equipment to be as shiny and smooth as new, no matter how many times you hit the slopes? To avoid snow piling on your equipment while skiing or boarding, to prolong its life and promote a safe and fun experience, proper maintenance is required to tune your equipment. Just don’t take it too far – it’s important to remember that the top of your board or skis should not be as sensitive as…

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Packing Tips for Your Child’s First Ski Trip

January 30, 2020 pierce

If you’re counting down the days until your first ski trip with the little ones in tow, then you’ll want to start putting together a checklist of everything you need to bring. Here, Steve Cochrane MBE, from kids’ designer clothing retailer Childrenswardrobe, shares his packing tips for your child’s first ski trip. Packing for a skiing holiday with children is quite similar to packing for an adults-only trip, but there are few extra things you’ll need to consider when shopping…

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New Ski Equipment Hire from Alps2Alps

September 25, 2019 pierce

A new ski season brings new opportunities to beat your PBs, hone your performance and have even more fun on the slopes. And your choice of ski equipment can make improving your technique a whole lot easier. We’ve refreshed our ski equipment hire options to include some of the best new skis, snowboards and boots from some of the most prestigious brands on the market. Find out what’s on offer at our ski hire shops to make the most of…

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Saved by the Driver: Martin and Claudia’s Ski Trip Story

April 16, 2019 pierce

We’ve all heard nightmare accounts of ski travel disasters, but somehow, we never think it’s going to happen to us! From heavy traffic on the roads to adverse weather, sometimes elements out of our control can cause havoc en-route to skiing in the Alps. One family who had some unfortunate luck, is Alps2Alps transfer customers Martin and Claudia, who ran into heavy traffic on the way back from their budget ski trip in the French Alps. Here’s their ski trip…

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Why Convenience is Key to Regular Ski Trips

February 28, 2019 pierce

Once you’ve experienced that first buzz of hurtling down a mountain on a pair of skis, most people are hooked for life. Gazing wistfully out of the plane window as you leave the slopes behind, you vow to yourself to be back next season, and every one after that to get your fix. However, life tends to have a habit of getting in the way of our grand plans. Work and family commitments often outweigh your chances of getting…

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Snowboxx Festival 2019 – Geneva to Avoriaz Group Transfers

February 13, 2019 pierce

Snowboxx ski and music festival is one of the biggest events in any skier’s calendar. Combining legendary musicians and DJs, excellent skiing opportunities and a whole host of activities makes for a pretty special week on the mountain. Travelling as a group? Skiing, partying and generally letting your hair down is best with friends. Making your way to the festival as a group can be part of the fun, that’s why we’ve covered everything you need to know to get…

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Renting, Buying or Borrowing Skis: What’s Best for You?

January 17, 2019 pierce

Unless you’re an experienced skier who can’t bear to miss a season on the slopes, it’s likely that you don’t own your own set of skis and all the equipment that goes with it. A common question that gets asked by those planning their first ski holiday, or even by those who haven’t been in a while, is whether it’s better to buy or rent ski equipment. The answer depends on who you are, your ability level and what you…

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