There’s so much to love about travel in Canada. You can particularly appreciate the beauty of the natural environments – from the mountains we love to ski all the way through to the lakes, valleys and national parks. In an ideal world, we’ll continue to enjoy these environments for many years to come. With an increasing focus on the importance of responsible travel, Indigenous tourism operators are highly recognised for their ability to share the most spectacular places while treading lightly on the lands they’ve been protecting for thousands of years. Big White Sunset, ©Sue Thorley By signing ..read more

La Niña Is Strengthening, Potential Winter 2022-2023 Impacts Article courtesy of Open Snow, Sam Collentine, Meteorologist For the upcoming winter season, a “Triple Dip La Niña” looks to be in-store and better yet, current sea surface temperatures are showing a robust La Niña event. This article will explain what exactly La Niña is and what a significant La Niña episode could mean for the 2022-2023 ski season. What is La Niña? The term La Niña refers to the large-scale ocean-atmosphere climate phenomenon linked to periodic cooling in sea-surface temperatures across the central and east-centra ..read more

Time to check out the latest in ski goggles for next season Article courtesy of Switch Back Travel From new interchangeable-lens models to budget classics, we break down the top snow goggles on the market. No matter your experience level or budget, there is a great ski goggle waiting to be found. Interchangeable lenses dominate the high end of the market with systems that are getting quicker and easier by the year. Field of view is another area of innovation, highlighted by the unique curved lens on Smith’s 4D Mag. Meanwhile, intermediate, beginning or casual skiers can still pick up a good g ..read more

Everyone loves a white Christmas, but we’ll let you in on a little secret – over at the most popular ski resorts in Canada, Easter is the new Christmas. There’s just so much to love about this time of the year over in British Columbia and Alberta. Easter is an especially great period for skiers and boarders looking for great weather, minimal lift lines and a sneaky deal or two. Easter 2023 will be in early April, so now’s the time to take a look at your ski resort bucket list and match it up with the calendar to plan your next perfect trip. Here are the six reasons why you – and the entire fam ..read more

At Ski Holidays and Tours, we’ve been in the travel industry for over 20 years. We know exactly how much there is to consider with booking your holiday – and in a post-COVID landscape, it seems as though there’s plenty to worry about. From border closures to vaccination requirements, insurance and restrictions, it’s no wonder that Australians are now travelling more cautiously than ever before. ©Air Canada, Montreal flight to Kelowna If the uncertainty of the pandemic has had an impact on you, rest assured that we’re here to take the stress away and ensure your trip is worry-free. As ski and s ..read more

We Can’t Wait For These 5 New Skis to Hit Shelves in the Fall Article courtesy of www.skimag.com Author: Jenny Wiegand New skis can be a blessing or a curse. Sometimes, brands unveil new skis that we get excited about, only to learn that those new skis will be replacing our tried-and-true favorites. Other times, we see a bevy of new skis hit the market that add to a brand’s existing lineup. That’s when we get excited, and lucky for us, that’s the case this year. The brands listed below are some of our favorites and already make some of the best-selling skis on the market, but each had a gap in ..read more

Sun Peaks Resort is truly a special place for families. With its great ski slopes, welcoming atmosphere, as well as an abundance of activities to enjoy together, it’s no wonder this resort is so popular amongst families! Sun Peaks Family Village, ©TSP Sam Egan Here are just a few reasons why Sun Peaks Resort stands out as a top family destination. First and foremost, the skiing at Sun Peaks is incredible. The runs are perfect for all levels of skiers from beginners to experts. And because the resort is so large, there is a huge variety of terrain to explore for everyone. But skiing isn’t the o ..read more

Yes! You read that right, this is not a drill! Banff Sunshine Village will be open this long weekend for Summer skiing and riding. As summer sightseeing and activities, you have come to expect. Surplus snow in June Originally planning to open for summer sightseeing only. Banff Sunshine Village has found itself with a surplus of snow this Summer. With over 900cm of snow falling on the slopes this past snow season. Leaving a deep snowpack long after the close of the ski season. This means the resort is open for Summer skiing for the first time in decades. With the last summer long weekend of sk ..read more