News in category "Ski Resorts"

The stunning resort of Megève was built as France's answer to the glamorous St Moritz in Switzerland. Founded by the famous Rothschild family, on the site of a medieval village, Megève has…
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What will it mean? Does it matter?This article originally appeared on France Property Angels. Specialising in the Haute Savoie region of the French Alps as estate agents and property finders, France…
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Britain’s ease of access to mainland Europe means that rather than just holidaying on the beaches of Spain, the ski resorts of France or the vineyards of Italy, UK nationals have bought homes there,…
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Summer has finally arrived and the mountains are heating up. The excitement in the Alps is palpable as the world famous Tour de France 2016 prepares to wind its way through the Swiss and French Alps later…
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Winter is coming, and Chamonix is gearing up for a good one! The team here at nidski are checking out what’s new in the valley this winter, and there is something for everyone to enjoy.Chalet Hotel…
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The summer has left, autumn has arrived and winter is on its way. All winter pros know that if you’re going to put in any serious mountain time, buying your ski pass before the season starts can…
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Autumn leaves and alpine property reports… In the ski property calendar, it’s the time of year for conclusions on the ski property market over the last 12 months and predictions for the year…
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That glorious summer sun is still shining in the Alps, and while it may seem like a crime to wish it away, we just can’t stop dreaming about putting some planks on to our feet and speeding down…
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In recent weeks, both Savills and Knight Frank released their 2016 Alpine Property Reports looking at premium resorts across Europe and North America with the aim to inform prospective buyers about resort…
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Winter resorts in the mountains will need to increase their density to prevent their decline, according to a PhD thesis in architecture. PhD student Fiona Pià offers concrete and innovative…
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New Zealand, the adventure playground of the southern hemisphere has always attracted keen travellers looking to push their expeditions to the end of the world. At a 24-hour flight from London, the undertaking…
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The Notaires of France date from 2016 conclude that it's a mixed market for the Haute Savoie and the Savoie, the main alpine property regions in the French Alps. The charming ski village of Megeve, only…
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Do you own a ski property in the Swiss Alps? Or simply love skiing in one of the great ski areas in Vaud or Valais? Well winter just got a whole lot simpler. New airline on the block PowdAir are starting…
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Already one of the favourite ski resorts in Europe for both winter visitors and ski property owners, recent investment into the infrastructure of the pistes, chairs and village in Val d'Isere shows that…
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Home to over 3500 ski resorts, there is something for everyone in Europe. Whether you are into steep terrain, deep powder, family fun or crazy après, you are bound to find something that takes…
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Thinking of buying a ski home in the French, Swiss or Austrian Alps? As one of the best lifestyle and financial investments you can make, the opportunity to own a piece of the mountains as well as earn…
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 Autumn is here and the snow is on its way and it’s time for the 2017 alpine property reports! What does that mean? International property giants from around the world give their conclusions…
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For nearly 10 years the residents of Morzine have been hearing rumours about the construction of a new lift connecting Morzine to the cliff-top resort of Avoriaz. On April 21, 2017, the stories were confirmed…
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There can be a thousand different reasons to fall in love with a particular ski resort, but according to Julian Walker from SkiingProperties.com, “Access, length of ski season and altitude”…
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Despite the low exchange rate between the Euro and the Pound, ski property specialist Erna Low Property reports that historically low French mortgage rates mean French ski property is still a sound investment.…
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InTheSnow.com has recently touted Borovets as the go-to resort of the season, and we have to agree! With something for everyone, it can be as family-friendly or as party-hard as you want it to be. Nestled…
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The ski industry as we know it is changing. Around a quarter of visitors to ski resorts are non-skiers, changing weather conditions mean even the highest resorts aren’t snow-sure and the key demographic…
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Guest post from The Viewing, international luxury property specialists. No one knows a property better than the home owner. The Viewing, the international luxury property specialists, have invited…
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International Property giants Knight Frank have released their Annual Wealth Report providing global perspective on prime property markets and wealth. Their Prime International Residential Index (PIRI…
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Ten Minutes With… is part of a regular series of interviews  with individuals and companies in various ski resorts around the world. They share their local alpine knowledge, insight into life…
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We, here at nidski, would like to welcome Mountain Base, Chamonix. Part of the prestigious Knight Frank network of estate agents worldwide, Mountain Base Property have been real estate agents in…
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Guest post from The Viewing, international luxury property specialists.  Just five minutes after stepping out of the car can be enough to fall in love with a wonderful mountain home and know you…
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Ten Minutes With… is part of a regular series of interviews with individuals and companies in various ski resorts around the world. They share their local alpine knowledge, insight into life in…
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To celebrate the end of an EPIC winter season, we have teamed up with the talented team at Marmota Maps to give one lucky person the chance to win one of their iconic 630 Ski Resorts of the Alps Marmota…
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Looking to ski AND party hard? Then look no further, these are the resorts that you can’t miss!  St Anton St Anton might be famous for its off-piste descents & steep slopes, but if you…
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Do you live in (or near) a ski resort? I live in Sallanches, so the nearest ski stations are Combloux (part of the Evasion Mont Blanc ski area), Cordon and Passy Plaine-Joux. Which is your favourite ski…
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nidski.com is a ski property listings and information website featuring ski property for sale around the world, in the French, Swiss and Italian Alps as well as Canada, the USA and Spain. But how do we…
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  Kicking off the alpine summer in style, CHAMFEST 2018 is a new family-friendly festival of music, culture, sport and nature in world-famous Chamonix. From Friday 15th to Sunday 17th June 2018,…
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nidski.com welcomes La Floria Immobilier, the latest Alpine Estate Agency to add their listings to the ski property listings website. La Floria Immobilier, property specialists in the Chamonix Valley…
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The Alps are home to some of the most beautiful and challenging mountain hikes in the world. Although we could easily spend days exploring what these beautiful mountains, sometimes one day is all you…
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Perched on the northern tip of Lake Annecy, and surrounded by snow-capped mountains, it is easy to see why Annecy is frequently described as the "Prettiest City in France", the "Venice of the Alps" or…
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The alpine summer season goes from strength to strength each year. As summer has officially started, here is the nidski guide to the Top 20 things to do in the European Alps in July and August. 1. Glacier…
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It is often said that the Tour de France is won – or lost - in the mountains. No surprise when the climbs rise as high as 2,215m (at the top of the Col du Portet in the Pyrenees) and with gradients…
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Each summer when the snow has melted and the skis are packed away, the European Alps become the ultimate playground for road cyclists. With stunning views, plenty of incline, beautiful descents and superb…
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Visitors have flocked to Chamonix Mont Blanc, the infamous mountain town at the foot of Mont Blanc, in search of adventure before skiing was invented. Because of this, the ski industry has adapted to…
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We talk life in the Austrian Alps, and helicoptering in caviar for clients, with Andy Butterworth, Director of Luxury Chalet Specialists, Kaluma Travel Do you live in (or near) a ski resort? Which one? Yes…
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The 2018 nidski Alpine Property Awards recognise excellence in the ski, mountain and alpine property real estate markets. Who can enter the Alpine Property Awards? Companies and individuals…
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Until recently, vegetarian and vegan food was an anomaly in a ski resort. Cheese and lardons, more typical mountain food, were the name of the game - and there wasn’t much else on offer. Over the…
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Here at nidski, we are always on the lookout for thoughts and views on the best ski resorts for an alpine property purchase. With so many ski resorts to choose from, it can be difficult to know where…
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A Partner Promotion with the Ski Club of Great BritainFormed in 1903, the Ski Club of Great Britain has an impressive history and involvement in snowsports culture in the UK. It was originally formed…
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Another year, another lesson learned. Listen to the alpine farmers in the French Alps. Last year they said it would be a long, snowy season – and it was! This year, those in the know predicted that…
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We pick out the highlights from the latest Alpine Property report from Savills, Ski Property Market Experts, and international Estate Agents The Future for Ski Resorts and the Ski Property Market Savills…
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Looking for a Ski Resort with great Off-Piste Skiing for your Alpine Property Purchase? 25 Secret Off-piste Skiing Locations In Europe Many factors drive a ski property purchase. For some buyers…
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There is no bad time to look for a ski property but there is no better time to start your search for a ski property than towards the end of the ski season.  5 Reasons Why Spring Is A Good Time To…
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Take part in the Ski Club of Great Britain survey for your chance to WIN The Ski Club of Great Britain are running their annual Consumer Research Survey - and you could win some amazing snowsports prizes…
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French Alps and South of France Property Experts Share Their Insights Into The Alpine Property Market For The Upcoming 2019/20 Season Erna Low Property has extensive years of knowledge of the French…
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There are infinite reasons Méribel is the first choice for those looking to fulfill their dream of owning a ski home in the French Alps such as the traditional alpine architecture, world…
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