How to Drink Coffee Like an Italian in the Alps This Winter
February 20, 2020
Ah, Italy, the home of coffee… There’s no disputing that Italians are the all-time kings of coffee. So if you’re dreaming of gleaming white slopes dappled in sunshine as you longingly sip your coffee at your desk this morning, then...
Some of Our Favourite Romantic Resorts in the Alps
January 22, 2020
Wake up to a heavy blanket of snow stretched over miles of gorgeous mountain scenery, spend the day cruising round the slopes under an endless blue sky, and ease into the evening next to a crackling log fire, hot chocolate...
Some of Our Favourite Mountain Restaurants in the Alps
December 18, 2019
In the mountains, we think your gastronomic experience is equally important to the skiing – you need the balance of both to have a truly enjoyable winter break. So we say forget wet-floored mountain canteens with plates of greasy chips,...
Driving to the Alps: 11 Ways to Make It Enjoyable, Not Just Cheap
December 5, 2019
Driving to the Alps is becoming an increasingly popular option for British holidaymakers planning ski weekends, and it’s not just for financial reasons. Sure, it’s kinder to the wallet, but it’s also a brilliant way to holiday in a more...
8 Quick Ways to Improve Your Ski Technique This Winter
November 23, 2019
It’s that time of year again, when the days are darker and shorter, and summer sunshine feels like a distant dream. But it’s not all doom and gloom, as the chilly days can only mean one thing - the ski...
6 Resorts to Consider for a January Ski Weekend
October 24, 2019
It’s a feeling we know all too well – post-Christmas blues, facing the dreariest part of the year from behind your desk. So instead of willing spring to come, wishing you were anywhere but the rainy UK, why not make...
5 Reasons Engelberg Is An Unmissable Short Ski Break Destination
September 23, 2019
Can you guess why Engelberg is the destination of choice for so many of our clients’ trips each year? It’s because it’s made for short ski weekends. Amazing skiing and non-skiing activities, great flight options into Zurich and short transfers...
Why You Should Consider Getting Married In The Alps
August 26, 2019
We’re currently in the midst of wedding season, which got us thinking about the often under-considered option of getting married in the Alps. Personally, I’m quite surprised that, despite a lot of my friends being skiers, I haven’t heard of...
The Ultimate Checklist for First-time Skiers
July 15, 2019
Author: Stefan Woutersen If you or your children are about to embark on your first ever ski holiday, you’ve come to the right place. Let us start by saying welcome to the wonderful world of skiing. We know that your...
8 Things You Should Know About Organising a Group Ski Trip
July 1, 2019
Organising a group ski trip can be daunting - people want different things out of their ski weekend Some people want first lifts, off-piste guides and a sandwich for lunch. Others are happy just to have made it onto the mountain...
11 Family Activities for Your Summer Holidays in the Alps
June 17, 2019
Europe’s longest mountain range changes dramatically in the summer... Once covered in fresh alpine snow, the mountains go from catering to thousands of skiers daily to only hundreds of holidaymakers during the warm summer months. Most Brits think that the...
What You Need to Know about Renting or Buying Skis
May 29, 2019
When planning a ski weekend in the Alps, choosing a destination, booking your accommodation and flights, and purchasing a ski pass are not the only things you need to do... ‘To bring or to rent my skis?’ is another important...
Your Pocket Guide to Italian on Your Ski Holiday
May 20, 2019
Let’s be honest, Brits aren’t best known for their linguistic abilities. Quite possibly the opposite, in fact. Nevertheless, if you've ever been to Italy you may have succeeded in mastering a few phrases - only to forget them when you...
How to Find the Perfect Ski Boots
April 25, 2019
By: Amin Momen Now that it's the end of the ski season, it's the ideal time to go shopping for ski boots for next season's ski holiday. Not only do you have the time to find the perfect ski boots...
Skiing the Mont Blanc Area: Chamonix or Courmayeur?
April 4, 2019
Imagine two firm friends with very different personalities, joined by their love of the snow. The way these two friends go about things would be quite different. But really, the colourful characters are getting everything they both want out of...
How To Plan Your Luxury Ski Trip in 5 Steps
March 25, 2019
Picking dates that fit your agenda and hoping you’ll have the best snow and weather aren’t the only things to do when it comes to organising your luxury ski weekend. To help you get the most out of your ski...
The Best Places To Go For A Birthday Weekend In The Alps
March 11, 2019
It's always hard to plan a birthday - especially if you're trying to beat last year's celebration. I had the same dilemma for my 30th birthday. What was the absolute best way to ring in this new decade? A...
How to Train, Ski, and Recover Like a Pro
February 25, 2019
Ski season is well underway in the Alps, and I'm sure we're all excited about the ski trips we have planned. Skiing is an intense sport, and with the right training and recovery methods, you can take your skiing to...
Six Reasons Why Madesimo Should Be Your Next Ski Destination
February 11, 2019
Madesimo is a true hidden gem. While most people have heard of the resort, few have actually ever been. But Madesimo has so many things that we skiers look for in resorts! It's time to introduce everyone to the treasure...
7 Tips for Great Ski Holiday Photography
January 28, 2019
Many travellers love taking pictures during their ski holiday in the Alps, whether it's for Facebook or a family photo album. But taking good pictures that you'll want to look back on for years to come can be hard on...
5 Reasons Why You Should Plan a Trip to Courmayeur
January 14, 2019
Courmayeur is one of my favourite ski resorts in the world. Some people are surprised by this, so a couple of years ago I wrote this blog post about why Courmayeur is my favourite ski resort. There are a number...
How Indoor Skiing Can Boost You & Your Children’s Confidence
January 8, 2019
Here’s a quick story about how indoor skiing can boost you and your children’s confidence… and give them a lifetime of passion for the mountains. Before I moved to the UK at the age of 13, I skied regularly –...
The Best Matterhorn Skiing: Zermatt vs Cervinia
December 19, 2018
It’s the most photogenic mountain in the world… Both Zermatt and Cervinia lie at the foot of that most iconic of mountains: the Matterhorn. If you’ve seen pictures, you’ll understand why skiing in full view of that geological wonder is...
Your Guide To Heli-Skiing In The Alps
November 5, 2018
You’ve seen the videos. Do you know the ones I’m talking about? Like this one... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9R6fxiDkco Now that looks like fun, doesn't it? Just you, some friends, the mountain and the powder. When you think about heli-skiing, Canada and Alaska...
9 Reasons Why Cortina D’Ampezzo Should Be Your Ski Destination This Winter
October 10, 2018
Have you ever been to Cortina? No? Well, now’s the time! Here are some reasons why you should ski in Cortina D’Ampezzo this winter: 1. The Ford Cortina takes its name from here Ford Motors named their hugely...
Building My Ski Momentum
August 7, 2018
As you read this blog post, many of you will also be thinking about your children’s GCSE or A Level results. Well, I recently had the same feeling going back to get my fitness test results! You may remember my...
Keeping My Ski Momentum Going
July 3, 2018
I might be the odd one out here, but before I had children and set up Momentum Ski, I used to tick every couloir on the Alpine map, and ski down every known classic off-piste run. Once I even pushed...
2018 Top Ski Holiday Trends
June 18, 2018
As the summer begins to emerge in the Alps, we are starting to pack our skis away until next season. But, if you’re not ready for ski season to end, there’s still some great glacier skiing in France, Switzerland, and...
The Mouthwatering Dishes No Italian Ski Trip Should Be Without
May 17, 2018
Italy is synonymous with amazing food and you’ll certainly never go hungry during your travels. The traditional colours of Italian food have inspired art through the ages—deep reds, vibrant greens, and sunny yellows. Just ask Michelangelo and da Vinci. When...
Party Hardy St. Anton vs. Cool Indie Engelberg
January 11, 2018
With the snow being so amazing almost everywhere in the alps right now, sometimes it’s difficult deciding which resort to pick for your winter holiday, with numerous amazing ski destinations in the Alps, all offering something slightly different. For those...
To People Who Want to Go on a Ski Holiday with Their Family, But Don’t Like Skiing
November 13, 2017
You dread it all year-long. Your family wants to go on a ski holiday, but you or someone in your family doesn’t like to ski. What do you do? Don’t fret. There is plenty you can do while your family...
Skiing Across Borders
October 30, 2017
Finding a ski area where you can cross borders is, for me, a desirable option. You don’t need to bring a passport to travel through three countries in one day and there’s something curiously exciting about skiing from one country...
Room Service or Room Dis-Service: 8 Things to Look Out for in a Ski Hotel
October 11, 2017
There are ski hotels. And there are ski hotels. Over many long years in the ski business, I’ve suffered enough from the lesser variety to know what I want now. So let’s start off straight away on a positive note....
Jackson Hole, USA: Venturing into Skiing’s Wild West
July 31, 2017
Since I was a teenager, I used to dream about skiing North American powder... For years, my uncle subscribed me to the uber cool ski magazine called Powder. It was only printed in the United States, and it became my...
How to Eat Fondue Like a Local
June 26, 2017
After spending a day turning curves on fresh powder in the snow-covered Alps, gathering with friends around a bubbling pot of fondue while sipping a glass of delicious white wine around a roaring fireplace is the ultimate après ski. Fondue...
How to Take a Ski Holiday With a Young Family
June 12, 2017
From the wrong coloured skis to gloves that don’t fit to needing to use the loo after they are all dressed in their ski gear, ski holidays with children can be a headache if not planned properly. Despite everything that...
9 of the Most Luxurious Ski Holidays in Europe
May 29, 2017
Europe is no stranger when it comes to luxury... ...and when it comes to skiing, it’s no different. Nestled in tiny mountain villages you’ll find some of Europe’s most luxurious and exclusive resorts in the world. Every winter, celebrities, business...
8 Runs for Expert Skiers to Try in Europe
March 1, 2017
There are few things quite as pleasurable as the heart-racing, thigh-burning sensation of skiing. And no, I don’t mean the cruising-down-a-nicely-groomed-piste-to-lunch experience that we Brits are oh too familiar with, I mean really skiing. Sure, there are moments where you’ll...
The Inferno is the World’s Oldest and Longest Amateur Downhill Ski Race
January 25, 2017
Every year in January, novices and experts alike flocked to the beautiful Swiss resort of Mürren. This gorgeous, chocolate-box village with an authentic Alpine atmosphere is home to the mother of all downhill racing. The Inferno is the oldest and...
6 Reasons Why Madesimo Should Be Your Next Ski Destination
December 19, 2016
Are you craving crisp mountain air, daydreaming of powdery adventures and tranquil mountain life? Perhaps you’re a foodie, pining for yummy Italian cuisine paired with a delicious cappuccino? We’re guessing you’re in need of a treat, so ditch that stressful...
Best Gift Ideas For Skiers Who Have Everything
November 21, 2016
Despite occurring at the same time every year, Christmas seems to sneak-up on us all very successfully every time; doesn’t it? Suddenly we realise the struggles that come in trying to find gifts for those friends who just seem to...
Our Favourite Family Ski Holidays In Europe
September 26, 2016
Fancy a winter skiing break but not sure if you can stomach it with young children? I reckon you deserve a break with your family and a chance to spend your hard-earned cash in a snowy winter paradise. I've taken...
The Bluffer’s Guide to Gearing Up for Your Next Ski Trip
August 15, 2016
You’ve got the dates in the diary, you’ve been looking in wonder at the incredible destination you’ll be calling home for a few days, but now you need to look (and sound) the part in front of your colleagues, friends,...
Why You Need to Try Skeleton: The Most Exciting Toboggan Experience Ever
June 13, 2016
Skeleton? You catch a snippet of conversation between the guys standing next to you at a drinks party, gibbering on about how brilliant it is. Surely you must have misheard? No he’s not talking about a pile of bones, although...
Heli-Skiing In The Alps: What You Need To Know
April 28, 2016
When you think about heli-skiing, Canada and Alaska are often the first places that come to mind. And fair enough - their reputation for the extreme is well-earned. But here's the thing: there are some serious heli-skiing opportunities nestled away...
How to have the perfect ski weekend in Courmayeur
November 23, 2015
Are you feeling like a change of scenery? Then a weekend away skiing in Courmayeur in the beautiful Italian Alps could be just what you need. Escape London’s greyness and spontaneously grab yourself an affordable flight whilst there’s still a...
Zermatt vs Cervinia: Which Is the Better Ski Resort?
October 19, 2015
It’s the most photogenic mountain in the world… The resorts of Zermatt and Cervinia share the same ski area – the 20 lifts in Cervinia and 34 in Zermatt total up at 160km of Italian and 200km of Swiss turf....
Why Gstaad is the ski resort for me and for you
September 24, 2015
Admit it: you’ve heard stories about it, you’ve wondered about it, dreamt about it even... As a skier, can you really go to your grave having never skied Gstaad? Some call it 'the Marmite of the ski world' – love...
My Love Hate Relationship With Val d’Isère
July 1, 2015
My ski career began as a ski guide in Val Thorens for a chalet specialist company called Bladon Lines. For the training, I found myself in Val d’Isere being taken under the wing of a guy called Leon Emperor who...
The City Ski Championships at the Momentum Ski Festival 2015
March 16, 2015
The 16th City Ski Championships, staged for the last four years at the handsome Swiss ski resort of Crans Montana, proved to be a natural theatre of high jinks, hilarity and winter sporting derring-do - happily counter balanced by exercising...
5 Incredible Skiing Experiences I Will Share With My Children
January 9, 2015
It’s not the first time I’ve had the thought. As I sat on a particularly quiet chairlift during my annual pre-Christmas ski holiday to Courmayeur with my three children aged 2, 4 and 13, I considered the spectacular Funivia del Monte...
We’re Taking Knightsbridge to Courmayeur
December 2, 2013
Today marked the first preparation for what is going to be the most amazing celebration of food by Britain's top chefs in the Italian alps, the Mountain Gourmet Ski Experience curated by Heston Blumenthal and fellow chefs Marcus Wareing and...
Join Heston Blumenthal and Friends for the Inaugural Gourmet Mountain Experience
October 9, 2013
We all know how close to my heart Courmayeur is - I’ve written about it here enough times. But perhaps the main reason I love it quite so much is that you can find so much great food and wine without having...
My Inferno
February 6, 2013
On a cold crisp morning in January 1928, Sir Arnold Lunn and 16 other members of the British-run Kandahar Ski Club slowly zigzagged their way up the Schilthorn on hickory skis lined with sealskins. They spent the night in a...
Dad, Give Me a Break: How to Travel to The Alps With a Baby
January 7, 2013
Dad, give me a break - you can't expect me to go on a ski break to the Alps at four weeks old! Hardcore fans of the Momentum Blog will remember that back in 2011, I set out to discover...
Why Courmayeur Is Still My Favourite Resort
October 10, 2012
So, what's your favourite ski resort? It's a question I'm asked on a regular basis as a ski industry expert. And it never gets any easier to answer. That's not to say that certain resorts don't stand out as being...
Jacques Villeneuve and the Bottle of Badoit
February 29, 2012
As an alpine event organiser and tailor made ski weekend operator, I have been challenged a few times. On my last blog post, you’ll remember, we talked about how uncool Schumacher (or indeed anyone dressed head-to-toe in Formula 1 gear)...
When For Once, Ferrari Isn’t Cool
January 29, 2012
Everything about Ferrari oozes cool, from the sleek design of the Ferrari California to the effortless swagger of Fernando Alonso as he walks down the pit lane. Enzo, the company's founder, should have been the President of Italy. If I'd...
Passing the Great St Bernard
December 10, 2011
As Christmas is approaching, I thought I'd share with you this spiritual experience... Back in the days when I was fit, one of my aims was to do the Haute Route. Chamonix to Zermatt. A six-day ski tour, climbing and...
Caught Red-Handed at Aspen Gay Week
November 7, 2011
Today, I'd like to share a story with you that I normally reserve for my nearest and dearest. The story of my trip to Aspen, Colorado. I grew up in the 70s and 80s reading Powder Magazine, a US publication...
Momentum Ski Festival: The Vision
October 7, 2011
Davos World Economic Forum & Ski Festivals watch out! There is a new kid on the block and he is going to make the business of networking dynamic, racey and fun! 12 years ago we created the City Ski Championships with...
Heaven on Earth
August 15, 2011
Three years ago, I took my then six-year-old daughter on her first US ski trip. Things were much easier back then - just daddy and his little girl on a road trip that began with cycling the Golden Gate Bridge...
Backstage With Damon Hill at the British Grand Prix
July 15, 2011
HOW OFTEN DOES A PAIR OF TICKETS LIKE THESE LAND ON YOUR DESK? Guest of Damon Hill. The coolest pass to have around your neck. AAA. Access all areas. I couldn't believe my luck. OK, so I'm bragging a little....
With the Motoring Industry Elite
May 20, 2011
If you had to chose one car for the rest of your life? You might have noticed that if you ever travel to Geneva at the end of February, it is busy and it's virtually impossible to find a space...
With the Mafia of the Alps
March 8, 2011
Recently, I was invited to the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Garmisch by the tourist office directors from 'Best of the Alps'. Founded in 1989, the organisation was created as a unifying brand for 12 of Europe's most established...
The Crans Montana Affair: On Roger Moore’s Trail
February 8, 2011
One of the most eye-opening trips I experienced last week was a Crans Montana ski holiday. Last time I was there was in 1979. I was 17. Disco was in its heyday, from John Travolta and Saturday Night Fever to Earth Wind and...
Curry at High Altitude
January 24, 2011
Did you know that you can have a curry at high altitude? Well, now you do! The Gletschergarten restaurant on the Zugspitze Glacier in Garmisch is perhaps the only place in the Alps to serve curry (with a modern twist)...
Driving To The Alps – Is It Better Than Flying?
January 7, 2011
With a new born baby, I was in two minds as to how to go about travelling to the Alps this Christmas. It didn't take long to make the decision once I realised how much gear we had to take...
Heston Blumenthal’s Christmas Pudding Surprise
December 29, 2010
"Sacrilege" says Heston as his priceless Christmas pud is served cold with chocolate sauce in Courmayeur. "But he loved it!" A couple of months or so ago, before they started selling like hot cakes and ending up fetching ridiculous prices...
Definition of a Cool 3* Hotel
December 14, 2010
Just back from a Cervinia ski holiday - might as well have been at Everest basecamp it was so cold! For the sake of those still there, I hope the wind calms down soon as there are some great snow...
California Skiing Article in the Daily Mail Ski Magazine
April 8, 2010
With plenty of skiing to be had in April, I came across this article about most amazing experience I had with my Daughter touring California. The ultimate one-to-one-with-Daddy ski safari. Read the article here. From The Daily Mail Ski Magazine