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The season is just a few weeks away and if you’re a newcomer to the fascinating world of skiing or snowboarding, then you may not entirely know what to expect. Visit our blog & read Ski Getaways: What To Expect When Not Expecting http://www.mountvacation.com/blog/2009/1 1/ski-getaways-what-to-expect-when-not-e xpecting/
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Here are four possible scenarios that are plausible for the neo-skier: Whether you're a tenderfoot or a go-getter, you likely fit under one of these categories.

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The ski caravan reunited at Sölden, Austria after a long half year's absence from the slopes. Visit our blog & read Today’s Gladiators http://www.mountvacation.com/blog/2009/1 1/todays-gladiators/
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The ski caravan reunited at Sölden, Austria, for the Forum Alpinum where the teams, the press and fans come together after a long half year's absence from the slopes.

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Mountain glaciers are shrinking three times faster than they were in the 1980s and many could disappear within decades. As temperatures rise, so does the snow line. Sooner or later some ski centers will be stranded, and their towns will shrivel away. The mountains are the central reality of Alpine life—and today they n...eed us as much as we need them! Visit our blog & read Global warming and melting glaciers http://www.mountvacation.com/blog/2009/1 0/global-warming-melting-glaciers/Read More
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The role of glaciers in alpine skiing is very important, But their snow coverage is shrinking dramatically from year to year. Their dissapearance can have serious repercussions in all our lives.

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Get ready for an epic ski season! Visit our blog and take a look at Terry's list of the brainless, mindless and thoughtless things you might want to do this ski season. http://www.mountvacation.com/blog/2009/1 0/alpine-winter-adventures/
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Skiing downhill, skiing naked, skiing and gambling or night skiing are all interesting ways to spice up your next ski holiday. Just don't try them all at once!

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Two-time Olympic champion Hermann Maier retired, ending a career in which he became one of Alpine skiing's most prolific racers, visit our blog & read The Herminator has retired http://www.mountvacation.com/blog/2009/1 0/the-herminator-has-retired/
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When I started following the alpine world cup as a reporter ten years ago, it was at the peak of its power. Fantastic, supernatural, arrogant, unapproachable…

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New blog writter for MountVacation.com/blog. Urban Laurencic is official commentator on National TV Slovenia and he will post "back stage" information every week. http://www.mountvacation.com/blog/2009/1 0/ski-season-09-10/
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Urban Lavrencic, the ski racing expert, is blogging about the shape of the top skiers of the world, the World Cup scene, the upcoming Winter Olympics and more...

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Cheap Ski Destinations for ‘09 & ‘010
A bad economy got you down these days? Visit our blog and read A Bad Economy? Who’s Counting? http://www.mountvacation.com/blog/2009/1 0/a-bad-economy-whos-counting/
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Take a look at this year' Terry's “On the Cheap Top Picks” ski holiday destinations guide. (This is just a small list of many deals spanning the EU.)

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Tall, steep and narrow, Engelberg's ski area is home to two of the best off-piste runs in the Alps. Engelberg-Titlis offers top quality skiing with the endless charm of a small, authentic alpine village. It should not be overlooked! Visit our blog & read Destination of the month: Engelberg-Titlis http://www.mountvacation.com/blog/2009/1 0/destination-of-the-month-engelberg-tit lis/
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The resort has 82 kilometers of runs, a snowpark and 24 lifts to offer, so one can always expect perfect conditions year round, thanks to the Titlis glacier.

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Visit our blog & read Skiing Lingo For Dummies so you don't feel out of place in the snow!
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Skiing words—like snowboarding—has evolved into something of a different language. Here's a short list of ski related terms, feel free to contribute!

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Gather up the ladies and experience the traditional Zell am See ski opening with an extra Cosmo touch! Cosmo Ski Opening in Zell am See 3.12 to 6.12.2009
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The traditional Zell am See ski opening was given the extra cosmo touch this winter. The Cosmo Ski Opening in the idyllic Austrian village is to turn into an experience one will crave for each year.Ski Opening in Zell am See is so much more than a classic ski season opening programme. ...

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The series “12 Steps to Ski Like a Pro” has been filmed in the SnowWorld of Landgraaf, in the Netherlands. Your instructors are the ski champions Urška Hrovat and Christian Mayer. Starting on the 27th of October, one new step will be release every Tuesday. Visit our blog and check out the trailer, it says it all.
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12 Steps to Ski Like a Pro is intended for intermediate skiers who want to improve their technique, and is presented by the ski champions U. Hrovat and C. Mayer.

Dejan Romih Slovenia got first snow this year... well second, but this one will last at least for a week. Some more snowing at the end of the week.

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Ski holiday here we come! Vsit our blog & read Don’t Forget Your... or You Might Regret It http://www.mountvacation.com/blog/2009/1 0/dont-forget-your-or-you-might-regret-i t/ http://www.mountvacation.com/blog/2009/1 0/dont-forget-your-or-you-might-regret-i t/
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I try to pack things that make my trip fun and also enjoyable. This goes from good equipment and warm clothes to hand warmers and other small inexpensive items.

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Even with a low budget you can enjoy nice ski holidays=) Visit our blog & read 8 tips to make your ski holidays cheap, or at least cheaper http://www.mountvacation.com/blog/2009/1 0/8-tips-to-make-your-ski-holidays-cheap -or-at-least-cheaper/
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There are many ways to make ski holidays affordable, when planning and once at destination. For example, choose a self-catering accommodation instead of a hotel.




























