http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/?XE_AFF=rss Includes News, Deals & Events for over 2,000 ski resorts throughout the world. en-au Copyright 2008, OnTheSnow Tue, 2 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.onthesnow.com.au/ots/images/logo_image/en_au/snow-report.gif http://www.onthesnow.com.au The kids are out of school and everyone wants to enjoy the winter wonderland and take some turns on the slopes. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4743/hints-for-having-fun-skiing-during-the-hectic-holidays Tue, 2 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0500 A British tour operator is offering beginners the chance to learn to ski for nothing. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4610/beginners-can-ski-free-in-france-freshers-weeks Tue, 2 Dec 2008 10:55:00 -0500 Obergurgl is one of the first in the Alps to open its ski area for winter 2008-09 and already is enjoying exceptional early snowfall. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4722/obergurgl-opens-for-season-no-snow-shortage Tue, 2 Dec 2008 07:17:00 -0500 Activity enthusiasts to St. Anton this year will be able to enjoy a new multi-functional sports centre with vast indoor climbing facility. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4721/climb-every-indoor-mountain-in-st-anton Tue, 2 Dec 2008 07:05:00 -0500 Les Gets is offering a winter calendar packed with events and entertainment, from Father Christmas to dog-sledge races. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4719/les-gets-unveils-calendar-of-winter-fun Tue, 2 Dec 2008 06:25:00 -0500 Skiers to Arcalis, Arinsal, and Pal this year will notice new chairlifts, more snow coverage, and stylish mountain restaurants. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4718/vallnord-ski-area-gets-facelift Tue, 2 Dec 2008 05:52:00 -0500 Instead of nailing those old boards to the wall, nail them to the floor. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4716/vail-resorts-turns-old-skis-into-positive-planks Tue, 2 Dec 2008 05:19:00 -0500 The Ski Amade region offers a special learn-to-ski package this winter: if you don't enjoy yourself, you get your money back. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4598/ski-amade-guarantees-enjoyment-or-money-back Tue, 2 Dec 2008 04:30:00 -0500 VallNord has a low cost hotel and lift pass package deal for visitors hitting the slopes the first weekend of the season in December. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4597/vallnord-package-available-for-opening-dec-5-8 Tue, 2 Dec 2008 04:24:00 -0500 After you've suited up with the best skis, boots, poles, and skiing apparel, don't forget the most important piece of equipment in your bag - your sunglasses and goggles. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4366/protect-your-eyes-on-the-ski-slopes Tue, 2 Dec 2008 03:00:00 -0500 Two British Columbia resorts-Fernie and Red Mountain-brushed out slopes this summer to improve skiing and open glades earlier. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4681/red-mountain-fernie-open-with-improved-slopes Tue, 2 Dec 2008 03:00:00 -0500 There are plenty of ways to ease the hassles of a holiday vacation with the family. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4640/tips-on-holiday-ski-trips-for-families Tue, 2 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500 More Alberta resorts crank up their lifts to get skiers and riders on the hills. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4682/more-alberta-resorts-open-for-season Tue, 2 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500 South Dakota's Great Bear Recreation Park opens this week. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4654/great-bear-recreation-park-opens Tue, 2 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500 Switzerland's beautiful Jungfrau region has special deals for a two night early season ski break. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4724/save-money-with-a-jungfrau-mini-break Tue, 2 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500 Whitefish Mountain Resort opens this weekend after spending the off-season improving its slopes. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4653/whitefish-opens-after-improving-slopes Tue, 2 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500 Fill the van and head for Boyne Mountain. It's six for the price of one. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4656/big-one-day-lift-ticket-deal-at-boyne-mt-highlands-dec-19 Tue, 2 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500 Grab the family and head to Granite Peak over the holidays for Winter Frolic fun. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4657/granite-peak-celebrates-holidays-with-family-winter-frolic Tue, 2 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500 Afton Alps founder is honored for a lifetime of achievement within the ski industry. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4658/afton-alps-founder-receives-life-achievement-award Tue, 2 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500 Perfect North Slopes draws hordes of skiers from lower Midwest and Dixie States. http://www.onthesnow.com.au/news/a/4659/perfect-north-fills-skiing-void-in-lower-midwest-dixie Tue, 2 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500