The world famous Big White resort in Canada is home to some of the nation’s greatest skiing. Renowned for its high quality snow, and simply breathtaking scenery, Big White is an ideal resort for skiers of any age or ability. In the shadow of the Monashee Mountains, the Big White is a world class ski resort, with a reputation to …
Easy Ways to Improve Your Skiing
You should not only run on skis with your legs, you must have your wits about you. In other words, you might easily run into a tree. Trees don’t step aside and are not to be considered as brakes. You must also be able to recognise bad snow. So take a good look at the terrain, the snow, etc. and …
Downhill Skiing Tips and Tricks
To get the maximum thrills and enjoyment out of skiing you need to feel quite at home on your skis, to have complete control over them and your body at all times, to be able to swoop down any slope, curving gracefully into a turn at a speed that will bring the tears into your eyes, while the wind whistles …
Skiing In Innsbruck: The ‘In’ Thing To Do
The crowd watching in Innsbruck, Austria never knew what hit them. Franz Klammer had just scorched the Men’s Downhill course at the 1976 Winter Olympics – and the buzz throughout the venue was incredible. A native son had brought home gold in a run that is still considered one of the most daring in downhill history. Innsbruck, Austria, already known …
Heli-Skiing In Whistler
Whistler is one of the most famed resorts in North America. Located on the coastal mountain ranges of British Columbia, Whistler is an unparalleled tourist spot, situated just 120 km north of Vancouver as well as a short drive from the Pacific Ocean. Whistler has been continuously rated number one top ski resorts by magazines. Whistler’s ski district is primarily …
All About Yoga and Its Benefits For Skiing
It is amazing to realize what yoga can do in skiing. Yes, people can do skiing all day long and much better if they only know even a little and basic of yoga exercises. Yoga exercises can help individuals who engage in skiing sports by conditioning themselves before doing this sport. Yoga can increase safety and level-up enjoyment for this …
Chiropractor | Chiropractic Care and Skiing?
An office visit to your chiropractor may also be what you need. He or she can determine if everything is in proper working order. It may seem an odd combination, skiing and chiropractors, but as the chiropractor has as a specialty, the bone and muscle system, who better to advise you if you’re ready for a major ski trip and …
Parasailing, water skiing and more at Sammy Duvall’s Watersports Centre
If you and your family enjoy adventures in the water then the place for you to go while visiting Orlando is Sammy Duvall’s Watersports Centre. Located behind Disney’s Contemporary Resort this water park offers you an opportunity to parasail, ride on a powerful personal watercraft, water-ski, wakeboard, tube ride and more. The center features new Mastercraft speed boats, a state …
Increasing the Chances of a Great Family Skiing Holiday
Taking a family on a skiing holiday is certainly an exciting proposition, especially if it’s the first time the children have been to a winter sports resort. The combination of fresh air, continuous activity and good food normally leaves them happy, but tired, at the end of each day. They sleep soundly and wake refreshed each morning to start all …
My First Ski Trip To New Zealand – Who Knew Skiing Was So Popular Around Here!
Our first day on the ski slopes was spent at The Remarkables which was a good way to start off – most of the resort was beginner (green) or intermediate (blue) runs. The drive to the resort was just amazing – the bus drivers (most of whom look about 18 years old!) do a great job and are very skilled …