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Girl Powder: Shining a Spotlight on Women in Winter Sports

March 1, 2018 Xaver

Let’s talk girl powder! From freestyle snowboarding like the Big Air, to the traditional slalom, winter sports can boast many exciting events. Ahead of International Women’s Day, we’re shining a spotlight on women in winter sports. Let’s take a closer look at the ladies of the slopes. History of Women and Winter Sports Women have a complex background in winter sports. These days, women are tearing up the slopes –breaking records left, right and centre. But, the story used to…

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How to Ski Safely: A Guide to Safer Slopes

February 21, 2018 Xaver

Whether we like it or not, there are some risks involved with our winter sports. Unsurprisingly, hurtling down a mountain can pose some threats. But, if you’re anything like us, these dangers won’t stop you being first in the lift queue each season. The best slope experiences are often the most dangerous! Venturing off-piste, attempting a black run, performing a stunt… It can be hard to stay safe out there! So, how do you avoid the risks of skiing while…

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Where to Watch Winter Olympic Events in the Alps

February 14, 2018 Xaver

If, like us, you’re a winter sports fanatic, you might be disappointed you couldn’t make it to PyeongChang this year. But, fear not! There’s still plenty of opportunities to witness some amazing winter sports events. So, if you want to experience something similar to the thrills and jaw-dropping moments of PyeongChang, we’ve got you covered. Here’s where to watch Winter Olympic events in the Alps. Slalom, Alpine Skiing The Slalom is an Alpine skiing event where racers ski between obstacles, such…

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Learn to Ski in a Day: The Rogue’s Handbook

February 8, 2018 Xaver

If it’s your first ski trip and you’re not keen on being the last one down the mountain every time, it’s tempting to cut some corners when learning to ski. We wouldn’t call it cheating, per say. Rather, a crash course in skiing for those who are a little impatient, or who love a challenge. So, here’s our guide to help you learn to ski in a day. A word of warning: we’re not promising to make you a pro…

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Thrills, Chills & Breakout Stars: Winter Olympics 2018 Preview

January 26, 2018 Xaver

For any winter sports lover, the Winter Olympics is an event to get truly excited about. We’ve almost been counting down the days! Four years is far too long to wait, and the suspense can be tough. But, it’s almost here! This year, the Winter Olympics will take place from 9th to 25th February 2018 in Pyeongchang County, South Korea. To help commemorate the biggest occasion in the winter sports calendar, here’s our Winter Olympics 2018 Preview. Why We’re Excited…

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How to Cram a Week’s Snow into Your Weekend Ski Break

January 25, 2018 Xaver

Picture the scene. It’s a grey Wednesday afternoon, and the burden of mundane everyday life seems to have no end. But, there’s no option to take a full week off to wash away the stress of the day. Sound familiar? This is where weekend ski breaks come in. If you fancy a last-minute getaway or a quick trip, you might be tempted by a skiing weekend. But, surely there just aren’t enough hours in the weekend to make the most…

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Best Ski Resorts for Techies

January 18, 2018 Xaver

Technology can help make everyday life easier, right? So, how it can benefit our ski holidays? Who doesn’t want to avoid slow WiFi and old lifts? The digital revolt is hitting the slopes! While some may not like it, we can’t quite contain our excitement. If you have a shared love for technology and skiing, here’s our list of the best ski resorts for techies. Futuristic Ski Lifts Finally, the bane of all skiers’ lives, long lift queues, may soon…

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How to Look Good Skiing

January 10, 2018 Xaver

When on the slopes, we all want to look like pros. Even after the lessons, everyone looks like a beginner for far longer than they’d like. To help you avoid this, we’ve put together our tips on how to look good skiing. Carry Your Skis Correctly There’s nothing more of an eyesore than someone who doesn’t know how to carry their skis properly. One of the first things instructors teach you is how to carry your skis. Although, if you…

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Enter to win €100 off a ski transfer!

January 8, 2018 Xaver

Choosing Alps2Alps for your ski gear hire just got even better! Not only do you get an easy, convenient and cost-effective service when you use our ski rental service for transfers from Geneva and Albertville, but now you also get to enter our competition for a chance to win €100 off any ski transfer! Read on to find out all you need to know! How to enter All you need to do for the chance to win €100 off any…

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Best Ski Resorts for Crowd-Free School Holiday Skiing

January 5, 2018 Xaver

Love skiing but hate the queues? In the school holidays, it can be hard to avoid the crowds that inevitably come hand in hand with the slopes. Skiing with kids makes for a more entertaining holiday! But, it also means travelling during peak times. To help you escape the masses, we’ve put together our list of the best ski resorts for crowd-free school holiday skiing. Cortina, Italy Cortina is ideal for those looking for somewhere far removed from purpose-built resorts….

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