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Best ski resorts for New Year's Eve

Brilliant snow, dazzling fireworks, and celebrations that go well into the early hours. Here are some of Heidi's best New Year ski holidays to take a look at this year:
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
22 Jul, 2026
1 min read
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5 of the best New Years ski resorts in France

If you're going to see the New Year in on a mountain, France makes a strong case for being the place to do it. Here are our best New Years ski holidays in France.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
21 Jul, 2026
1 min read
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Resorts for your radar - 10 hidden gems for Winter '26/27

Fancy heading somewhere different for your ski holiday in 2025/26? Here are a few of Heidi's favourite up-and-coming ski locations to add to your shortlist for the 2026/27 season. 
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
26 Jun, 2026
1 min read
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Where to head for the best night skiing on the mountain

What is night skiing? We're here to give you the low-down on where to go for the best night skiing resorts in Europe.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
25 Jun, 2026
1 min read
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The best ski resorts in Europe for Intermediate Skiers

Get ready to hit the slopes with Heidi's guide to some of the best ski resorts for intermediates. Whether you want stunning mountain views, a lively apres-ski scene, or an energetic mile-munching mountain experience.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
24 Jun, 2026
1 min read
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The Ultimate Ski Bucket List: Top 30

Grab those ski poles and tighten your bindings, because we're taking you on an unforgettable adventure to count down Heidi's Ultimate Ski Bucket List - the top 30 powder-powered dreams skiers and snowboarders across the nation would love to experience.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
24 Jun, 2026
1 min read
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The biggest ski areas in Europe

Go big or go home. Europe's biggest ski areas serve up hundreds of kilometres of linked pistes, so you can ski a different run every day and still not see it all.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
23 Jun, 2026
1 min read
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The best ski resorts for advanced skiers

Advanced skiers need variety—plenty of red, black, and off-piste runs to keep you coming back for more. These are some of the best advanced ski resorts for experts in Europe and beyond.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
17 Jun, 2026
1 min read
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Best places to go for a half term ski holiday

Planning half term ski holiday this February? With plenty of snow on the slopes and kids' activities galore in the resorts, skiing at half-term is one of the best times for mountain fun with the family.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
29 May, 2026
1 min read
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5 of the best half term ski resorts in France

Our Heidi ski experts have left no stone unturned, meticulously sifting and crunching through all the data to bring you the best of the best: their recommendations for the best half term ski holidays in France.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
28 May, 2026
1 min read

5 of the best family ski resorts in France

Whether this is your child's first time on skis or you're travelling with a mini mountain goat who needs something steeper, France delivers the goods. Explore some of the best family ski holidays in France...
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
19 May, 2026
1 min read
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Our pick of the best après ski resorts

If the après ski is just as important to you as the skiing itself - the sun terrace beers, the table dancing, the Euro-pop anthems you'll still be humming in May - then you've come to the right place. This is the best après ski in Europe.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
19 May, 2026
1 min read
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Best ski resorts for families with young children

Skiing with kids is one of those trips that stays with them forever. That said, some resorts are better for family ski holidays than others. Here are some of Heidi's best family ski resorts in Europe:
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
15 May, 2026
1 min read
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Best ski resorts for teenagers

Skiing with teenagers. Between the slopes, the snow parks, and the buzz of après ski, there's enough going on to keep even the hardest-to-please teen genuinely entertained on a ski holiday with teenagers.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
14 May, 2026
1 min read

Best places for a Christmas ski holiday

Fancy swapping the Christmas chaos for some quality time on the slopes? Here are some of Heidi's best Christmas ski resorts to inspire your perfect xmas ski trip...
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
14 Apr, 2026
1 min read
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5 of the best Christmas ski resorts in France

Don't just dream of a White Christmas this December - ski it! France Christmas ski holidays are a no-brainer for anyone wanting to swap mince pies on the sofa for Europe's best December ski resorts under their boots.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
13 Apr, 2026
1 min read
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5 of the best cheap Christmas ski resorts

From the festive French Alps to the peaceful Pyrenees, here are the best Christmas ski resorts to explore with your crew - big on fun, easy on the purse
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
13 Apr, 2026
1 min read
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How to save money on a ski holiday

Follow our top tips for how to save money on your ski holiday. From opting for short breaks to swapping that Saturday flight for mid-week. There are so many great ways to book a great ski holiday on a budget.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
11 Mar, 2026
1 min read
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Europe's biggest and best ski festivals 2026/2027

Ski hard, party harder! We bring you the biggest and best snow and ski festivals in Europe for 2026 and 2027. Top-notch music, slopeside aprés parties, and incredible events set against spectacular snow-dusted peaks.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
11 Mar, 2026
1 min read
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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
9 Mar, 2026
1 min read

Best ski resorts for weekends or short ski breaks

Short on budget or time? Why not book a short ski break? Let Heidi maximise your mountain time with our expert's top tips on booking the best ski weekend in Europe.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
20 Feb, 2026
1 min read
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5 of the best France ski weekends

For those tight on time and money, a ski weekend in France is the perfect option. Choose from heaps of resorts with short flights and as little as one-hour transfers from Geneva.
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
17 Feb, 2026
1 min read
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5 of the best 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
2 Feb, 2026
1 min read
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Best resorts to book for Easter ski holidays

Looking to book a ski holiday at Easter? We've got you covered. With numerous high-altitude, snow-sure resorts across Europe, there are heaps of great places to choose from for your next Easter ski holiday.
Sarah Cramer
Sarah Cramer
16 Jan, 2026
1 min read
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5 of the best Easter ski resorts in France

Looking for the best Easter skiing trip? Picture this: Europe's top high-altitude spring slopes, heaps of flight options, and seamless, speedy transfers to get you there. Now, experience it. Welcome to the best fuss-free France Easter ski holidays!
Phoebe Hewitt
Phoebe Hewitt
16 Jan, 2026
1 min read

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