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Skiing Around The World

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Six Interesting Facts About Skiing

...Table of Contents

Skiing In Scotland: An Introduction

Winter Sports - Skiing

European Skiing Destinations

Skiing in the French Alps: An Introduction

Skiing In Andorra: An Introduction

Skiing In Croatia: An Introduction

Skiing in France: An Introduction

Snow Boarding Safety

Skiing at the Big White Resort

Take a Trip to a Ski Resort

Ski Vacation at The Whistler Resort

Budget Travel to Any Summer Ski Resort

Breckenridge Ski Resort

Alaska's Alyeska Resort

Five Top Colorado Ski Resorts

Skiing in New Zealand: An Adventure Down Under

Cross-Country Skiing - A Journey Through Nordic Trails

Extreme Skiing Challenges: Conquering the Steeps

Contact Details

Skiing Around The World

Launching oneself from places on top of the planet!

by

Owen Jones

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Megan Publishing Services

https://meganthemisconception.com

Copyright Owen Jones December 2024 ©

Hello and thank you for buying this ebook called Skiing Around The World - Launching oneself from places on top of the Planet!

Embark on a thrilling journey into the heart of extreme skiing with our exploration, Skiing Around The World. This book invites you to delve into the adrenaline-charged world of those who dare to defy gravity, pushing the boundaries of conventional skiing into uncharted territory. From the formidable slopes of Chamonix to the untouched powder of Alaska’s vast wilderness, we unravel the tales of intrepid skiers navigating the steepest descents our planet has to offer. Join us as we venture into the back-country, where untracked snow and the raw beauty of nature set the stage for an exhilarating dance with gravity. Safety gear in hand and skills finely tuned, these thrill-seekers document their descents, sharing the heart-stopping moments and awe-inspiring landscapes through the lens of extreme skiing films. Skiing Around The World is your passport to the world of skiing, where every descent is a conquest, every slope a challenge, and every adventure an ode to the indomitable spirit of those who seek the thrill of the steepest descents on Earth. Get ready to experience the rush, the beauty, and the sheer audacity of extreme skiing like never before.

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Six Interesting Facts About Skiing

Oldest Ski Artefact: The oldest-known ski artifact is a remarkable rock carving discovered in Norway, dating back an astonishing 5,000 years. Unearthed by archaeologists, this ancient relic depicts a figure gliding across snow-covered terrain with primitive ski-like objects attached to their feet. Crafted with astonishing detail and precision, the carving offers a captivating glimpse into the early origins of skiing, showcasing its integral role in ancient cultures. This invaluable find provides compelling evidence of skiing’s ancient roots and its significance in human history.

(Attribution: Norwegian Ski Museum)

First Ski Club: In the picturesque town of Trysil, nestled amidst the snow-capped peaks of Norway, history was made in 1861 with the establishment of the world’s inaugural ski club. Known as the “Trysil Skytte-og Skiløberforening,” this pioneering organization marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of skiing as a sport. With its founding, skiing transcended its utilitarian origins and began its transformation into a beloved recreational activity. The club’s establishment laid the groundwork for the future development and popularization of skiing, cementing Trysil’s place in skiing history.

(Attribution: Trysil Historical Society)

Longest Ski Race: Every year, the tranquil forests and rolling hills of Sweden come alive with the exhilarating spectacle of the Vasaloppet, the world’s oldest, longest, and largest cross-country ski race. Spanning an awe-inspiring distance of 90 kilometers (56 miles) from the quaint village of Sälen to the bustling town of Mora, this legendary race tests the endurance and skill of thousands of skiers from around the globe. Established in 1922, the Vasaloppet embodies the spirit of Nordic skiing and stands as a testament to Sweden’s rich skiing heritage.

(Attribution: Vasaloppet)

Fastest Ski Speed: On a crisp April day in 2016, history was made on the slopes of Vars-La Foret Blanche in France as Italian skier Simone Origone hurtled down the mountain at an astonishing speed of 254.958 km/h (158.424 mph). With nerves of steel and unparalleled skill, Origone carved through the snow with unmatched precision, earning him the title of the world’s fastest skier. This remarkable feat of speed and agility showcases the pinnacle of human achievement in the realm of skiing.

(Attribution: Guinness World Records)

Most Ski Lifts: Austria’s majestic alpine landscape is adorned with a remarkable network of over 2,000 ski lifts, making it the undisputed leader in ski lift infrastructure worldwide. From quaint village resorts to sprawling mountain ranges, Austria’s ski lifts provide access to some of the most breathtaking slopes and picturesque vistas on the planet. Whether traversing the gentle slopes of the Tyrolean Alps or tackling the challenging terrain of the Arlberg region, Austria offers an unparalleled skiing experience for enthusiasts of all skill levels.

(Attribution: Austrian National Tourist Office)

Highest Ski Resort: Perched atop the soaring peaks of the French Alps, the iconic ski resort of Tignes boasts the lofty title of the highest ski resort in the world. At an altitude of 3,456 meters (11,338 feet), the resort’s Grande Motte glacier offers intrepid skiers an unparalleled high-altitude skiing experience. With its pristine powder, panoramic views, and adrenaline-pumping descents, Tignes stands as a testament to the boundless allure of alpine adventure.

(Attribution: Tignes Tourist Office)

…Table of Contents

1. Skiing in Scotland: An Introduction

2. Winter Sports - Skiing

3. European Skiing Destinations

4. Skiing in The French Alps: An Introduction

5. Skiing in Andorra: An Introduction

6. Skiing in Croatia: An Introduction

7. Skiing in France: An Introduction

8. Snow Boarding Safety

9. Skiing at the Big White Resort

10. Take a Trip To a Ski Resort

11. Ski Vacation at The Whistler Resort

12. Budget Travel to Any Summer Ski Resort

13. Breckenridge Ski Resort

14. Alaska’s Alyeska Resort

15. Five Top Colorado Ski Resorts

16. Skiing in New Zealand

17. Cross-Country Skiing

18 Extreme Skiing Challenges

Contact Details

Skiing In Scotland: An Introduction

Scotland is well-known for being the home of the Highland Games and golf and it is famous for rugby and football and skiing. Skiing? You might well wonder. Yes, it is true, Scotland has some of the very few resorts in the United Kingdom where you can have a vacation in a skiing resort. In fact there are a number of world class skiing resorts in Scotland. So, if you fancy touring Scotland, you can add skiing on your list for possible activities to do.

Scotland is not just a beautiful country which not just has ancient cities, but it also has beautiful mountains, lakes and wildernesses and the people are renowned for their hospitality. The language is not a problem if you are an English speaker, nor is the food, if you prefer British food although there are always foreign restaurants near at hand too.

One such Scottish skiing resort is Aviemore which is situated up north in the Cairngorms in the Scottish Highlands. In fact Aviemore is a good example of a world-class Scottish skiing resort. There is great skiing for the morning and early afternoon, great food and fantastic night life. Skiers come to Aviemore to ski from all more than the world frequently combining it with a trip back to the mother country.

You are sure to forget where you are after a few days in Aviemore. You could be on any of the world’s best skiing slopes but without the complications of foreign languages and foreign food that many individuals find a problem. Other events available in Aviemore are: observing Britain’s only free-grazing herd of reindeer, hiking, mountain biking, water sports, horse riding and pony trekking.

In fact Scotland has four other skiing centres, if you do not like to go to Aviemore in the Cairngorms. The are also skiing resorts at Nevis, Glencoe, Glenshee and The Lecht.

The Nevis Centre boasts skiing at 1190 metres (3,900 feet) and can usually offer skiing and snowboarding amenities until sometime in the spring. Apart from the skiing, which caters to skiers of all degrees of skill is the Gondola ski lift which affords stunning views on the way up. The dining and night life features of après ski are well taken care of as well.

Glencoe on Glencoe Mountain is Scotland’s oldest skiing resort which opened its first ski lift in 1956. Although the resort has been there for fifty-odd years, it is by no means old-fashioned. It does have a propensity to cater for the more experienced skier. However, there are seven lifts and nineteen ski runs, so all skiers can find a slope for them. Look out for the run called The Fly Paper the most thrilling black-graded run in Britain.

Glenshee is the largest skiing resort in Scotland and the UK with twenty-one ski lifts and tows and thirty-six slopes. Glenshee has been in business since 1957 and offers a training school as well, although there is something for all types of skiers.

The Lecht is Scotland’s smallest ski resort, but it also has a longer skiing season. There are runs for all grades of skiers and some of them run for twenty kilometres. If the snow is a bit thin, they have facilities to create their own at The Lecht.

Winter Sports - Skiing

Skiing is a very efficient way of travelling over long distances of snow and people have been using it as such for thousands of years. In fact, the first recorded example of skiing was discovered in Norland, Norway and it has been dated back to 5000 BC. Skiing has been used for rapid travel, hunting and warfare ever since then and probably before.

However, there are basically three kinds of skiing, namely, Nordic, Telemark and Alpine skiing. Skiing was made popular for the international market by Sondre Norheim in the late Nineteenth Century, which coincided with Europeans becoming more adventurous in their choice of foreign vacations - well, for the rich at any rate.

Telemark skiing was developed in the Nineteen-Seventies from his notions on skiing. However, the development of skiing techniques did not stop there. The Austrians, Mathias Zdarsky and Hannes Schneider were key in developing techniques further, although one cannot help thinking that the skiers of seven thousand years ago knew most of those techniques way back then too.

As skiing has become more and more popular over the last sixty or seventy years, so more and more skiing locations have sprung up. There are skiing resorts all over the world, but the most well-known and popular are in Europe, particularly in Scandinavia and mainland Europe.

There are skiing locations in the Pyrenees on the border of Spain and France, in Croatia and in Italy, but the most well-known resorts are in the Swiss and French Alps, which are in point of fact adjoining. There are even skiing locations in Scotland.

However, there are also equally decent skiing resorts in the United States, Canada and Asia. Wherever, you go skiing, there are items that a skier needs to get in order to be able to ski. a skier needs warm clothing and skiing equipment. If you are a frequent skier, then you can purchase your own clothing and your own equipment, but for most people, renting is good enough. At least, if you rent equipment you do not have to carry lumpy gear about with you.

Resorts have ski runs of different skill levels, but you can also ‘go off piste’, which means ski the wild, untended slopes. This is a lot more dangerous as these slopes are not tended, cleared or manned, so there is more risk of an accident and less opportunity that you will be discovered if you be into trouble. Avalanches are also less well investigated for off piste ski slopes.

Skiing is a sport that anyone can learn, but it is not easy to learn. The earlier that someone begins the better. Skiers take tumbles and older bones break more easily than younger ones. Novices fall more often than experts, so it makes sense to learn how to ski whilst you are young.

However, do not let that put you off, it is just a warning to be sensible. If you have always wished to learn to ski, then go for it, but please do yourself a favour and learn the safety rules of skiing too.

European Skiing Destinations

Europe is the birthplace of skiing. The first drawings of a skier were discovered in a cave in Nordland, Norway. The drawing has been dated at 5000 BC. Norway was almost definitely the home of skiing or what is called Nordic Skiing anyway.

Alpine or downhill skiing almost certainly comes from central Europe in the region of Switzerland. There are so many skiing resorts in Europe that there is a huge number of slopes for every degree of experience.

You can ski in almost every country in Europe. The least well-known skiing resorts are probably in Scotland, but they do have them and the most well-known resorts are in the French and Swiss Alps, which are actually the same place, but they extend over two different countries.

The French and The Swiss alps are the most developed for luxury and are also the most costly. Not far east from there is Austria which, although less famous is also a magnet for skiers from Eastern Europe.

If you would like to go skiing at a more affordable rate go to Italy up on the Swiss border. There you will see practically the same skiing conditions as in the French and Swiss Alps but with Italian food and language, which means less English is spoken though, if you see that as a disadvantage.

Roughly the same price is Andorra which is Catalan (Spanish to you and me, but not to them). Andorra sits in the Pyrenees Mountains with borders on France and Spain. The Spanish influence is the greater of the two. Skiing in Andorra is renowned for its teaching. It is a fantastic place to learn skiing or to take the family.

If you want to visit a rising star in the skiing firmament, go to Croatia. Skiing in Croatia is also among the most affordable in Europe. The facilities are fantastic, but local wages are low which keeps the costs down. The food is delicious and so is the wine, though not maybe a match for French, Italian or Spanish cuisine.

Bulgaria is another rising location on the skier’s map. Skiing is not well developed in Bulgaria but the locals have been skiing for centuries, it is merely that they are only just beginning to learn how to commercialize it. The locals are friendly, but do not expect a lot of English to be spoken.

We should not forget the home of skiing, Norway and the