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Raccoon Events sets out ambitious net zero plan at COP26

Raccoon Events’ CEO Mike Seaman spoke at COP26, the UN Climate Change Conference on Wednesday (10 November), setting out a pathway for a more sustainable industry. Speaking at the event, Seaman...

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Aosta Valley: Ski and fun for the whole family

With travel restrictions easing, optimism continues to grow for the next ski season. One of Italy’s most beautiful ski destinations, the Aosta Valley has long been a favourite of families looking for...

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Cervinio: The Joy of Experiencing the Mountains is Back

The winter season at the foot of Cervino, the Matterhorn, has now started. In Cervinia, in the magnificent Breuil basin, lift facilities are now opened every day until 1st May 2022. Breuil-Cervinia,...

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So What is Powder? – Powder Mad

Its complicated ! If you look at its physics, chemistry and its general makeup, snow is just frozen water made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom that has assumed a solid crystallized structure....

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If there was a capital of the great outdoors, the French mountains could be it!

They’re a feast for all five senses: lofty peaks against bright blue sky; bubbling hot tubs and clinking cowbells; seductive wafts of melted Raclette; spicy glasses of vin chaud; cold snow crunching...

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TRY EUROPE’S RAREST SHEEP’S MILK VODKA AT THE NATIONAL SNOW SHOW

Cotswold brand Blacklion Vodka will be giving visitors the chance to try the rarest vodka in Europe, made using milk from a rare breed of sheep. The full-bodied drink is being produced sustainably...

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Championing snowsports in Scotland

Following the disruption of the last 12 months, Snowsport Scotland and our industry partners are working together to ensure that snowsports continues to be a strong and vibrant Scottish tourism attraction. Over...

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The countdown is on for the first ever National Snow Show

With less than four weeks to go until the first ever National Snow Show the organisers have revealed the latest speaker in the line-up. British ski jumping champion, Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards will...

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Why we love the mountains

Crystal Ski Holiday love the mountains, and we think you will too Winter’s got your name on it Get ready for pinch-me views, snowball fights, ski school stories and making your first turns...

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Ski Adventures for Beginners

Start your ski adventure: Everything you need to know about planning your first winter holiday If you’re keen to try something new, get out into snow-covered scenery and spend quality time with...

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