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Ski & Snow
Snow mounts early at Hotham
SNOW season may be three weeks away but Mt Hotham is already whitewashed after a 20cm dumping.
Fine powder for making tracks at Thredbo
WHEN the snow is tumbling down, the untouched ski runs at Thredbo can feel like heaven on earth, writes Angela Saurine.
Early snowfalls to entice skiers to New Zealand
IT’S a month until the snow season officially starts at Mt Hutt but the white stuff is already falling at the New Zealand ski resort.
Adventure all around in Queenstown
IF YOU’RE an adrenaline junkie, not many places will give you a rush like Queenstown, writes Sarah Nicholson.
Be enchanted by Methven’s mountain magic
FOR some great-value family fun, head for the slopes near the New Zealand South Island town of Methven, writes John Flint.
Heed the call of New Zealand’s South Island snowfields
AUSTRALIAN skiers have been quick to catch on to the attractions of the NZ South Island’s snowfields, writes Sarah Nicholson.
Snow comes early to NSW alpine region
THE first snow has fallen in the NSW alpine region, two months before the official ski season.
The coolest hotel discounts ever?
NOW this is an idea we hope will catch on: a hotel is offering discounted room rates based on the temperature. Find out how much you could save.
Spectacular backflip record attempt
WATCH a group of 30 skiers perform a jaw-dropping simultaneous backward somersault in a world record attempt.
Powder fun: It’s snowtime in Aspen
ASPEN’s empty slopes over four ski areas on four mountains are extremely enticing, as is the shopping and food on offer too.
What’s new in northern hemisphere skiing
FROM new snow activities and resorts, we show snowbunnies where to head for the winter season.
Is this the most ridiculous travel item ever?
NO, this isn’t Chewbacca from Star Wars. It’s a model wearing the world’s strangest ski mask. And it’s a hit, apparently!
Get a Christmas feeling in Canada
CANADA’s wonderful scenery is the best place to enjoy the festive season, writes travel editor Brian Crisp.
On and off the piste in New Zealand
HELI-skiing is an exciting way to start a gourmet weekend exploring Queenstown’s slopes and many bars and restaurants, writes Angela Saurine.
Snow fun: North American deals
THREE competing companies give us their best deals for taking to the powder in Canada and the US including in Aspen and Whistler.
Stunning 24-hour time-lapse of Perisher
IT’S a view of the ski fields most of us never get to see. Watch Perisher go from serene to extreme.
Up close: The secrets of snowflakes
THEY may look alien-like, but these little beauties are natural snowflakes up close using a microscope chilled to -170 degrees.
That’s snow way to make tracks
A BACKCOUNTRY tour with three-time Olympian Steve Lee is a great way to explore Falls Creek’s off-piste offerings, writes Angela Saurine.
Best snow to fall on the NSW Alps
MAKE the most of the balmy weather today, because temperatures are about to tumble around much of NSW.
Holiday parks close to the slopes
WITH the winter skiing and boarding season starting, we check out five holiday parks close to the slopes.
Travel Challenge: Ski holidays
EACH week we invite three competing companies to give us their best deals for a particular holiday.
Family friendly Mt Buller
WITH 80km of marked trails, the historic ski destination is a great place for the family to learn, writes Carla Adams.
Fairytale ski town of Breckenridge
THE Colorado town Breckenridge is enchanting, with horses and carriages, a wildlife migration route and North America’s highest chairlift.
Snow way! Blow your mind in Big White
AN AUSSIE expert ski boot fitter is a miracle worker for Sarah Nicholson on a skiing trip in British Columbia.
Deals to get you on the slopes
CHECK out these deals across Australia to get you hitting the powder and practicing your moves.
Whistler’s changes post-Olympics
BOBSLEDDING, the skeleton, sleigh rides, gondola trips, spa treatments and upmarket hotels all add up to make Whistler one of the world’s best ski resorts, writes Brian Crisp.
Travel challenge: Aussie ski trips
TAKE advantage of hitting the slopes at home with these offers from three competing companies.
Bright start to skiing at Mt Hotham
LISA Malek learns to ski in Mt Hotham while indulging in some fine cuisine and pampering at a spa in the resort.
Surprise! Skiers rejoice in 40cm of fresh snow
SKIERS and snowboarders are rejoicing after a surprise 40cm of snow fell at an Aussie resort overnight.
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