School holiday dates 2024/25 for the UK and France
School holiday dates to help you plan your family ski holiday!
Fresh snow snaps - February 2024
We're in the midst of the 2023/24 ski season - some of our resorts have shared beautiful images of the fresh snow on the mountains, so we thought we'd share some of our favourites from February 2024!
How to prepare kids for their upcoming ski holiday
Whether you're just introducing your kids to skiing, or want to keep up their skills and confidence, here's our top tips on what to do and how to get your children ready for a ski holiday!
Ski Club of Great Britain; 120 years on
For a country with very few ski resorts of our own, us Brits are known for loving skiing - the Ski Club of Great Britain, the largest ski club in the world, continues to maintain the core aims set by their founders over 120 years ago!
Inside Track: The Best Slopes in Alpe d'Huez
One of our team and her family have stayed and skied in and around Alpe d'Huez many times, here's her round up of the 10 best slopes in the Alpe d'Huez Grande Domaine ski area!
Les 7 Laux: An undiscovered French favourite
The family-friendly, undiscovered resort of Les 7 Laux in the Isère region offers fantastic views of the Grenoble basin and Grésivaudan valley from its location in the Belledonne mountain range. You may (unfortunately) not be familiar with this underrated, purpose-built resort but it’s a continuously popular destination for French skiers!
Discover the family-friendly Southern French Alps
If you haven't skied in the Southern French Alps yet, you might be missing out on an incredible family holiday... find out more about 4 Southern Alps resorts we think should be on your radar!
Why Les 2 Alpes is great for families
When it comes to choosing a ski resort for a family, there can be a lot to consider. One resort that has really come on to our radar the last few years as a first-choice for families is Les 2 Alpes in the Isère area of the French Alps.
What to wear on a ski trip
You've booked your first ski holiday and excitement levels are high. Now it’s time to think about what to pack! The whole clothing conundrum can be a bit baffling so the friendly team at EcoSki are here to help you navigate the slopes in style. Whether you're buying, borrowing, or renting your ski gear, knowing what to pack is crucial. Here's their concise guide;
Discover the Northern French Alps by Train
Most people would assume that flying is the easiest way to get to the Northern Alps; taking the train can take less time and has a range of perks! Find out more about our top tips for train travel to the Northern French Alps, as well as 5 resorts that are easy access by train.