This Month
Skiing in Japan to get a $2.2 billion upgrade close to Tokyo
Big plans are under way for Myoko Kogen as more global investors look to get in on the country’s red-hot tourism rebound.
- David Ramli, Lisa Du and Yuji Okada
- Exclusive
- Tourism
Thredbo eyes new accommodation for first time in 30 years
Event Hospitality wants to offload part of its Thredbo Golf Course to a developer to build a precinct housing 186 beds and take advantage of the regional tourism boom.
- Campbell Kwan
July
- Opinion
- Life & Leisure
It’s marvellous what a difference this Milo makes
If you’re into the great outdoors, the Milo communicator from Loose Cannon Systems is beyond great. It’s a must-have.
- John Davidson
June
Snow to blanket the Alps, but El Niño threatens the ski season
Blizzard conditions will deliver resorts enough snow to open large swathes of terrain next week, but a forecast El Niño weighs on the outlook for the season.
- Michael Read
May
Grollo gives ‘family discount’ on key Mt Buller lot
In a tight-knit mountain community, the purchase of an alpine piece of land breathes new life into the much-loved Grimus family hospitality business.
- Michael Bleby
Aspen has gone X-rated with even more luxury
A new lifestyle brand led by a member of the renowned Crown family is keeping things fresh at one of North America’s most expensive ski resorts.
- Fiona Carruthers
I packed up my Sydney life and moved to Switzerland. These are my best ski tips
After many years in Australia, going back home wasn’t hard for this Swiss-born former AFR photographer. He was ready to indulge his “true Swiss passion”.
- Peter Braig
Why France is the place to go when you’re looking for snow
Val Thorens, at 2300 metres in south-east France is not only Europe’s highest ski resort, it’s part of a region that offers more than 600 km of runs.
- Cosima Marriner
Aspen to create up to 15 new ski runs (on top of its swanky lifestyle brand)
Few things have changed at this celebrity hotspot in Colorado’s White River National Park – until now. The resort’s ski terrain is set to increase by one fifth of its size.
- Fiona Carruthers
Ski wear done right – how to update your cold climate wardrobe
It’s not just the après-ski that matters. Skiwear can be stylish too – as well as keeping the cold and wet at bay.
- Lucy Dean
An insider’s guide to the best places to ski in Japan
With its deep powder snow, weak yen and a host of hotel upgrades, there has never been a better time to book a ski trip to this part of the world.
- Michael Smith
January
Grollo family buys Mt Hotham Airport for $6.5 million
Ski resorts the world over face the problem of accommodating workers and an infrastructure play offers flat land in Victoria’s high country to do just that.
- Michael Bleby
November 2022
For the best snow and food in North America, there’s one place to go
A former “draft-dodger” town in Canada’s British Columbia, and its neighbouring ski mountain, have become drawcards for foodies chasing great skiing.
- Philippa Coates
October 2022
Ski lovers, here’s what’s happening this northern winter
From the ultra-exclusive to the environmentally friendly to the downright extraordinary, this is the news from the slopes on the other side of the world.
- Tom Robbins
August 2022
- Analysis
- Coronavirus pandemic
Will Japan’s borders reopen in time for ski season?
Japan’s borders are still closed to independent tourists despite expectations restrictions would be eased by now. Australians who have booked ski trips this Christmas are nervous.
- Michael Smith
Thredbo dials up the luxe and expands its year-round appeal
With upgraded lifts, sunrise bubbles and bold plans, Thredbo is raising the bar on alpine experiences in Australia.
- Helen Hayes
July 2022
- Analysis
- Tourism
The snow is good but the runs are strangely quiet
Price rises and tough competition from American operators have hit crowds at NSW’s Thredbo ski resort.
- Aaron Patrick
June 2022
Mt Hotham moves to capitalise on developer demand as snow dumps
Snow is falling, alpine optimism abounds and Mt Hotham management is looking to capitalise on the buoyant mood, putting key development sites on the market.
- Martin Kelly
Even at $3500 a night, Australia’s best ski chalets are booked out
As early snow dumps in NSW and Victoria get ski bunnies hopping, not even price hikes of up to 46 per cent on accommodation can deter people from booking.
- Fiona Carruthers
Lack of backpackers stretches ski operators in early season opening
Victoria’s Falls Creek, Mount Hotham and Mount Buller will be open to skiers and boarders on Saturday, a week earlier than planned, along with Perisher in NSW.
- Gus McCubbing and Michael Read
