Top 5 snow sure ski resorts to visit for the Easter holidays!

With the winter season drawing to a close, it’s the last chance to hit the slopes before the snow melts away for Spring. In Easter time you will find the days are longer and temperatures are milder which makes for perfect fair weather skiing. There is always the challenge to find optimal snow conditions at this time of year, we would recommend choosing higher resorts for the best of the spring snow. Lucky for you, we have come up with a selection of our top picks for snow-sure skiing in Easter. From the luxurious destinations of Courchevel and Val D’Isere to the high reaching peaks of Cervinia and Obergurgl, here are the perfect resorts for spring skiing!
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Top tips for skiing in fresh powder

Skiing in powder can seem daunting at first, however with the right guidance it will be one of the most exhilarating experiences you can have on the mountain. Fresh powder can be heavy, deep and unpredictable, making it difficult to control your turns and maintain your balance. We have put together some of our top tips from instructors to help you ski in fresh powder like a pro!
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Learn how to perform carved turns on your skis, with Lizzy B.

Learn how to progress from a skidded parallel to a carved parallel turn with fully BASI qualified Maison Sport instructor Lizzy B. This tutorial is suitable if you find yourself skiing skidded turns, with your heels twisting out and your skis pivoting, and your edges may only be engaged towards the end of the turn. Lizzy talks us through 4 drills to try to progress from this skidded parallel turn to more of a carved parallel turn.
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Mikaela Shiffrin continues her quest to break the all-time World Cup victory record this weekend!

Mikaela Shiffrin is one of the most celebrated athletes in the world of ski racing, having won numerous Olympic medals, World Championship and World Cup titles, and has become a household name in the ski community. She has her sights set on an ambitious goal: to break the all-time World Cup victory record.
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Top 10 luxurious spas in European ski resorts

Whether you don’t fancy tackling the slopes, if you want to unwind after a tough day of skiing or if you have poor weather in resort, where better to look than some of Europe’s most luxurious spas! Find a selection of spas that offer everything from classic treatments such as facials and massages, to more specialist offerings such as hydrotherapy and treatments with locally-sourced herbs and oils.
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Top resorts in the Alps for the Easter holidays!

Easter is a fantastic time to head out to the mountains, where the snow is usually still plentiful, but the weather is often milder than during the peak season. During the Easter holidays, resorts also tend to be slightly quieter than what you would experience during February half term. The Alps offer a range of activities and events that are perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers alike. Here are our top resort recommendations where you will find special Easter events in the Alps. Don’t forget to book your lessons as soon as possible during this busy time to make sure you have the best chance to secure your first choice instructor!
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Top coworking spaces in the Alps for skiers and snowboarders

With many companies offering flexible working opportunities, there has been an increase in extended ski trips and individuals spending seasons working remotely in ski resorts. With this in mind, we have put together some of our top recommendations of coworking spaces in ski resorts. Making sure you are in easy reach of ski slopes could be the key to maximising your time on the snow whilst also achieving your professional goals. Start the day carving down some freshly-groomed pistes then head to one of these conveniently located remote work spaces.
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10 top tips to avoid crowds during busy periods on the slopes!

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Book ski school group lessons, for adults and children, with Maison Sport today!

We are delighted to announce that we are now offering ski school group lessons, for adults and children, on Maison Sport. Our ski school group lessons are fantastic value for money and boast small group sizes of a maximum of 6 per class. We guarantee a high level of attention to each skier in the class, providing the perfect environment for improvement.
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Best value restaurants in the 3 Valleys 🍽

It is well known that the 3 Valleys can be an expensive area to wine and dine. We have put together some of our top recommendations of restaurants that offer fantastic food and drink options at a much more reasonable price point. Particularly when travelling in families or large groups, it is good to know places to go that offer both value and quality. If you have booked lessons with Maison Sport, our instructors are also experts on the local restaurants so don’t hesitate to ask for further recommendations from them. Do also bear in mind that restaurants can get booked up quickly in peak periods so try to ring ahead and book if you can.
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Alpine Skiing: The Brits represent in an epic weekend of races in Kitzbühel

Last weekend saw some of the World’s top ski racers compete on the Hahnenkamm in the iconic resort of Kitzbühel in Austria. It kicked off with the downhill race, on a track known as the Streif, considered to be the most challenging downhill slope in the world. Attended by 45,000 spectators, this downhill in the high end Austrian resort is the World Cup race on the tour with the highest prize money, offering €100,000 to the fastest competitor. This downhill is followed by a slalom race where Britain’s Dave Ryding made history last year, becoming the first British alpine skier in history to win a World Cup race.
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Maison Sport picks 10 of the best chalets in the Alps

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Fresh snow has arrived in the Alps! ❄️

We are delighted to report that snow is falling in the Alps after unseasonably warm temperatures during the Christmas period. There has been between 20-40cm of snow across a wide swathe of the Alps with over 50cm in areas of the northern French Alps.
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5 New Year's Resolutions for Mountain Lovers!

Break away from your usual New Year’s resolutions with these 5 ski-related goals…
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How to Carve on Skis - Tips to Fix 3 Common Mistakes

We spoke to Aaron Tipping, co-founder of Maison Sport, fully qualified ski instructor and BASI trainer, about the three most common mistakes made when trying to perform carved turns on skis. Aaron talks us through each mistake and goes into a simple correction for each one.
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Our Top 5 Christmas Activities in European Ski Resorts

With the Christmas holidays fast approaching, we have put together a list with some of the most fun and festive activities to do in ski resorts around Europe. Of course, you have the fairytale snowy scenery, but nearly all major resorts also put on fantastic events, pop-ups and activities for all wanting to be involved in the festivities. Here are the resorts that made our Top 5…
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Top 5 Snow-Sure Resorts in France

We have compiled a list of some of the highest ski resorts in France. As the ski season in Europe begins, take advantage of the high mountains for the most reliable snow conditions. Read more information about the resorts that have made our list here!
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Christmas Gift Guide for Mountain Lovers!

Christmas is around the corner and we are on hand to give you a little inspiration for your gifts. You will find personalised discounts included below along with lots of Black Friday deals, time to get shopping!
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Our Guide to Ski Pass Prices in Europe

When booking your trip lift passes will always be one of the more substantial costs involved, especially when buying multiple passes for larger groups. We have put together a pricing guide for some of our most popular resorts.
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5 Top Tips to Return to the Slopes With Confidence ⛷

As the start of the season approaches, many are returning to resorts having had some time away from the mountains. Particularly in the seasons following Covid, lots of you may have taken long breaks between trips. We know it is not always easy to get your confidence back right away, so we have come up with some advice to help you on your way! Even if you are a complete beginner many of these points will also apply to you. Here are our '5 Top Tips'.
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