Cold Weather Sport

Winter sports activities from skiing to ice skating and snowmobiling. Articles explain different snow sports, suitable locations and how to get started safely.

Apres Ski Do's and Don'ts
Apres Ski Do's and Don'ts
Après-ski nightlife can be intense, so pace yourself with drinks and head out straight from the slopes to stay fresh for the next day's skiing.
Children and Skiing
Children and Skiing
Taking kids skiing requires more planning than just booking lessons and a slope, here's what parents actually need to know.
Curling: What Is It and Where Can I Play?
Curling: What Is It and Where Can I Play?
Curling is a Scottish ice sport where teams slide granite stones toward a target while teammates sweep to control speed and direction.
Different Types of Snow Expedition
Different Types of Snow Expedition
Winter expeditions go beyond skiing, snowshoeing offers a gentler way to explore snowy mountains and glaciers at your own pace.
Getting Around: Cars, Snowmobiles and Huskies
Getting Around: Cars, Snowmobiles and Huskies
Three ways to travel through snow: cars, snowmobiles and dog sleds, plus what you need to stay safe.
How to Choose a Suitable Place to Ski
How to Choose a Suitable Place to Ski
Pick the right ski resort by matching your travel dates with peak snow conditions and checking historical weather patterns.
How to Have a Great Snowboard Experience
How to Have a Great Snowboard Experience
Get tips for your first snowboarding trip, from choosing the right equipment to avoiding common injuries on the slopes.
How to Have Fun on Ice
How to Have Fun on Ice
Get outside this winter and try ice skating, curling, hockey or fun group games to make the most of frozen ponds and rinks.
Ice and Snow: Walking or Hiking
Ice and Snow: Walking or Hiking
Walk or hike through winter wonderlands without skiing skills—just grab the right gear and hit the snowy trails.
Learning to Skate on Holiday
Learning to Skate on Holiday
Getting lessons before your holiday helps you build confidence and stay safe when ice skating abroad.
Learning to Ski on Holiday
Learning to Ski on Holiday
Get tips on booking ski lessons for your family holiday, from beginner basics to improving your technique on the slopes.
Snowmobile Expeditions and Holidays
Snowmobile Expeditions and Holidays
Plan a snowmobile holiday that matches what you're looking for, from short trips to multi-day Arctic expeditions.
Tobogganing and Sledding Explained
Tobogganing and Sledding Explained
Toboggans and sleds are both winter snow toys, but toboggans have a turned-up front and less steering control than traditional sleds.
Top Ten Winter Sporting Events
Top Ten Winter Sporting Events
Ten winter festivals and sporting events across Europe and America where you can ski, snowboard, and party in the snow.