Welcome to the Neilson Ski Hub

This is a place for inspiration, exploration (maybe a little education) but most of all, discovery.

Our team of experts in the mountains of Europe and here in the UK have written a series of insightful articles to help you get the most out of your holiday.

Maybe you're looking to find a new resort for your annual group trip, some tips on how to get fit or just to let your mind wander to snowier climes on your daily commute. Whichever it is, you're in the right place.

Now go explore...

Destinations

Grandvalira

The best runs in Andorra’s Grandvalira ski area

Andorra's Grandvalira has128 runs across210km of pistes to choose from, but which ones should you absolutely not miss? Our handy guide will give you four of the best blue, red and black runs in the area.

the village of Livigno in Italy covered in snow

6 things that make skiing in Livigno so perfect for beginners

Its wide, confidencebuilding slopes, excellent ski and board tuition, superb nightlife and tax-free status cement Livigno as the right choice for beginner skiers and boarders.

Sunny Mayrhofen

Spring skiing in Austria? It has to be Mayrhofen…

You can't beat Mayrhofen forsome late season snow in Austria. It hastraditional charm, great nightlife, a huge ski area and, most importantly, guaranteed snow.

The Family Hub

Family skiing

5 things to get the family excited about skiing in El Tarter

The hugely impressive 210km Grandvalira ski area is one of the best in Europe. At its heart is the very family-friendly resort of El Tarter. We'll give you 5 reasons why you should take the kids there.

Family skiing

7 top tips to help plan your family ski holiday

Organising a family ski holiday can be tricky, but you can take some of the stress out of the planning stage with our 7 handytips.

family skiing

Skiing for the first time after having a baby

Getting back on the pistes after having a baby throws up plenty of new challenges. So, what do you need to consider when you go skiing for the first time since having a baby?

Ski Groups

Group of people skiing in powder

10 tips for organising a group ski holiday

When it comes to ski holidays for groups, it really is a case of ‘the more the merrier’. As we’re sociable creatures, it was inevitable that evolution would lead us to the annual group ski holiday.

Group of skiers

7 key things you need from your friends to plan a (successful) group ski trip

Organising a group trip is tricky andthere are some important things you need to know before you go. Follow our handy guide to make your holiday run like a dream!

group of skiers walking and carrying their skis

How to organise a group ski trip on a budget

When you're organising a group ski holiday for family and friends, how do you keep within everyone's budget?

Top Tips

Neilson Mountain Experts

Neilson Mountain Expert skiing tips for intermediates

Looking to improve your ski technique? We spoke to Simon ‘Cookie’ Cook - ESF ski instructor andNeilson Mountain Expertto get hisquick-fire skiing tips for intermediates.

La Folie Douce, Val Thorens

Top 5 sun terraces for spring skiing in the Three Valleys

Franceis one of our favourite places for spring skiing andthe Three Valleys ski area boasts some of the best sun terraces around. Here’s a roundup of our top five…

 

skier

3 easy ways to get fit for the ski season

You don’t need a personal trainer or spendhours in the gym to get fit before you ski or board holiday. Just follow three simple sets of exercises to make the most of your time on the slopes!

Inspire Me

Scenic view

The 6 most scenic ski runs in Europe

You can’t beat skiing through breath-taking scenery: it’s the best food the soul can get. So here’s our pick of some of the most scenic ski runs in Europe.

La Folie Douce

Our guide to the best après and party ski resorts

If you're looking for a ski resort where the après matches the quality of the skiing, check out our best après and party ski resorts in Europe.

Family skiing

5 reasons to choose Italy for your family ski holiday

In Italy, children are welcomed with open arms and made a real fuss of which makes for a very welcoming environment to take your family skiing or snowboarding.