When you visit La Tania, you will no doubt have a packed schedule of skiing and snowboarding in mind. Yet there are other sports played in winter, both here and around the world, that are lesser known. Many of them are extremely fun and well worth your time. Below, we discuss three highly enjoyable winter ..read more

Embarking on a journey to the mountains is an exhilarating experience, promising stunning landscapes, fresh air, and a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life. However, preparation is key to ensuring a safe and enjoyable trip. From understanding how electric car coolers work to preparing your vehicle and packing the essentials, this guide covers all you need to know to get ready for your mountain adventure. Understanding how electric car coolers work For travelers seeking to keep their food and beverages fresh without the need for ice packs, an electric car cooler might be the perfect ..read more

Le Praz has its newly refurbished tennis court, play area, volley ball court and a stage near the Alpinium Building. The restaurant at the base of the cable car station is being refurbed (possibly with a matching balcony to the Italian place next door). The Saulire Cable Car is finally going to re-open this December. Meanwhile La Tania has some new lovely wooded road barriers up to the chalet area and the multi- sports nets on the old tennis court. The Ball Trap (clay pigeon shooting) area is open between La Tania & Méribel Village and is looking immaculate. Paths have been prepared and g ..read more

The knees bear the brunt of any skiing accident. Being the most abused body part when sliding on the slopes, this sport is not kind to your knees, which is a fact you come to terms with in the pursuit of the snowboard’s adrenaline.  Numerous studies point to the outer knee as the body region most harmed when skiing, with 43% to 77% of injuries occurring there. Youngsters are not spared by this truth either. In fact, grade 3 ligament traumas and knee sprains represent between 39% and 77% of ski injuries in adolescents and children. And if we were to risk money on the most co ..read more

After 19 years as The Feeling (and several as Superfly before that) with their 7th studio album just released, their UK tour hit Newcastle University last night. They played all the hits – possibly 8 tracks from their first album 12 Stops and Home – plus a little bit of new stuff including the thought inspiring Foul Weather Friend and of course the headline track from the musical Jamie. Stand-out tunes for us were Rosie, Never Be Lonely and of course Love it When You Call. And yes, they still encore with Video Killed The Radio Star! Thanks Dan, Rich, Kev, Ciaran and Paul – about time you retu ..read more

There’s no denying that as a society, we have become increasingly reliant on technology in our daily lives, and this reliance is also noticeable when travelling. We now have smartphones, tablets, and wearables as essential travel companions, and use myriad apps and tech services to make our way through the world. If you find yourself lost in the labyrinthine streets of an unfamiliar city, you can use your smartphone’s GPS to find your way and get to your destination. If the language barrier is giving you a headache, apps like Google Translate can come to the rescue. As for immortalising memor ..read more

Acquiring a new skill is a fun but also challenging process, and this is especially true when we are talking about learning how to ski. Whether you want to enhance your abilities on the slopes or are starting from zero experience, skiing is not the easiest sport you can try. Skiing is a challenging and exhilarating activity, and you will see that there is always room for improvement, no matter if you are a beginner or an advanced skier. Learning how to ski before hitting the slopes is essential; otherwise, you might find yourself in a tragic scenario, which is surely something you don’t want t ..read more

La Tania turned all white overnight but very few ventured out first thing on Wednesday morning with poor visibility hampering progress. This meant working out where the fresh snow lay on a good base or was just thinly covering bare ground (or a hybrid slush/frozen ground combo ..read more

In today’s fast-paced and increasingly globalised market, the difference between thriving and merely surviving often hinges on a business’s ability to adapt and innovate in its logistics operations. Tailored logistics solutions represent the cutting edge of this innovation, offering a bespoke approach that caters to the unique needs of each business. This article explores why custom logistics solutions and services are not just advantageous but essential for modern businesses aiming for success. The Evolution of Logistics Historically, logistics operated on a one-size-fits-all basis, with st ..read more

22 March 2024 Congratulations to Greg We were coming out for a long weekend and I started looking into the possibility of doing the Escapade in a day. The forecast wasn’t great on Saturday or Sunday so it had to be day one! I noticed on Thursday that both Verdet and Ours were shut so that was two extra lifts added to the plan! Heather and I were outside Legends at 8:55 however when we got to Olympic they said it was delayed due to the pisteurs not back from checking the Face piste. We waited 10 mins for it to open! It was forecast to be very warm and sure enough by the time we got to Bettex th ..read more