Switzerland News & Features

Villars' End Of Season Specials 30 Percent Off

Villars has announced plans for its end-off-season, week-long celebrations which includes a 30-percent saving on accommodation, lift passes, and ski lessons. Full article

Nov 2, 2009   Comments (0)

Engadin St. Moritz Opens For 2009-10 Season In October

Be one of the first to hit the slopes this year: the Diavolezza ski area (2195-2978m) in Engadin St. Moritz has opened for the winter season in Oct. Full article

Oct 26, 2009   Comments (0)

Leysin's Le Kuklos Revolving Restaurant Now Solar Powered

The revolving restaurant 'Le Kuklos' above Leysin is now powered by solar energy; diners can enjoy views of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc. Full article

Oct 26, 2009   Comments (0)

Chamonix Discounts Season Passes On Advance Purchases

The Compagnie du Mont Blanc is offering up to a 40-percent discount on season passes bought before Nov. 30, 2009; pay 750€ instead of 1250€ for a Mont Blanc Unlimited Pass. Full article

Oct 19, 2009   Comments (1)

Speed Skating Championships Descend On Davos Jan. 2-3

World-class skaters from Austria, Switzerland, Norway, Holland, and Sweden will battle it out in the Speed Skating Championships in Davos. Full article

Oct 19, 2009   Comments (0)

FIS Snowboard World Cup For Olympic Points In Saas-Fee Nov. 4-5

Spectators will flock to Saas-Fee for the 2009 LG Snowboard FIS World Cup; side events include Djs, fashion shows, poker nights, and movie nights. Full article

Oct 19, 2009   Comments (0)

Mountain Hut Of Future Opens Above Zermatt

The "mountain hut of the future" has been built at 2883 metres above Zermatt; it has 120 beds and will receive guests March 2010. Full article

Oct 12, 2009   Comments (0)

Arosa Hosts Sixth Gay SkiWeek Jan. 9-16

The sixth Arosa Gay SkiWeek takes place Jan 9-16, 2010; book your online Gold, Silver or Bronze Event Passes and enjoy discounts. Full article

Oct 12, 2009   Comments (0)

Free Lift Passes For Children, Family Savings At Villars

Skiers under nine can enjoy free lift passes, free ski lessons, free ski rental, and even eat for free at any of the mountain restaurants. Full article

Oct 12, 2009   Comments (0)

Zermatt Announces Autumn Ski Test Breaks

Zermatt is offering ski test package deals from now through to the end of November; packages include two or three days' equipment testing and accommodation. Full article

Oct 5, 2009   Comments (1)