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Andorra Offers New Mountain High Golf Of all the sports Andorra is associated with, not many would thing golf would be one of them, considering the country is high in the Pyreenees. But now Andorra has opened Europe's highest golf course - a challenge many golfers will enjoy. Aspen For 2010 Ski Vacations The time is drawing nearer for millions of skiers to find their skis and hit the travel sites to decide where to spend their 2010 ski holiday - Aspen in Colorado is bound to be a popular choice. Exteme Sport - To Heli And Back Just the thought of being dropped off on a mountain top and coming down by bike or on skis is some people's idea of hell. For others heli-biking or skiing is just heaven. Ski Vacations 2010 - The Choice Is Great Contemplating a skiing holiday this winter? There's an array of resorts in different countries waiting to welcome you to their snowy slopes. 2010 Ski Vacations - Lake Tahoe Even though it's the height of the summer holidays season, ski holidays are just a few months away. Lake Tahoe is a great ski holidays destination to consider for 2010. Best Ski Vacations 2010 - France All over the world skiers are spending their summer holiday months planning their Winter ski holidays! And many will decide again that France offers the best European ski vacations. How to Ski Safely on the Mountain Slopes 21st century skiing technology has amped up the speeds you can reach on the slopes. For novice and average level skiers, however, it is dangerous. Here are a few safety tips to keep you injury free on your next skiing vacation. French Ski Vacations - Where To Head For The 2009 ski season might be over, but already people are planning their 2010 ski holidays for France. Which French ski areas are best? French Ski Holidays - A Fabulous Season The French skiing holidays industry were hoping that the amount of snow this year might offset skiers worries about the economy. The weather didn't let them down. Catch A Late Ski Holiday In France 2009 has been a fabulous year for the French ski resorts - loads of snow and beautiful weather have made the 2009 French ski holiday season one of the best ever. And if you're quick there's time still to get a bit of skiing in for March and April. Ski Holidays - Why Choose Aspen Colorado? Aspen Colorado frequently appears in celebrity magazines as Hollywood's finest take to the slopes for some winter skiing - but Aspen is a great all year round destination too. European Ski Holidays 2009 - Andorra The largest ski resort in Andorra is Grandvalira, and it has seen excellent snow falls this year. And the resort could see visitor numbers stay pretty much the same as last year. Snowboarders Buy Green Snowboard and ski resorts in Europe, the US and Canada are keen to help ski tourists become environmentally aware - after all, too much global warming and the snow goes... One inventor has gone a step further to help the environment. Colorado USA Goes Green For Skiing Helping to protect the environment is close to the heart for many Colorado residents, and the good news is that her visitors are becoming environmentally aware as well. Mountain High - Biking Goes Extreme How extreme can biking go? Biking from the top of the tallest mountains most prople would regards as pretty extreme - but it's happening now as bikers get dropped off by helicopter... Whistler Canada Among Ski Resorts Gone Green Whistler Blackcomb ski resort in Canada has committed to becoming a 100 percent energy renewable resort. The Fitzsimmons Creek Hydro Project is underway and will accomplish that goal. Whistler Blackcomb already has much to commend it to skiers and now with the commitment to going green it will have even more to offer her visitors. Financial Chill for European Ski Resorts Countries in Europe have invested heavily in recent years on new and improved ski resort facilities. But this year could see them in the cold financially as tourists decide against a winter vacation. Finding the Perfect Ski Holiday Skiing holidays in Europe suit every criteria. From going green to apres ski considerations, you can find exactly what you are looking for. From great low budget to high end resorts, beginner skiers to experts, it's all there. Austrian Ski Resorts Makes A Holiday...Easy The days of a ski holiday spent trudging around heavy equipment and struggling to get to a resort are over - ar at least it is if you choose to go skiing in Austria this winter... 2009 Ski Vacation Prices Take A Tumble There's good news for skiers this year - prices are lower than last year. With the recession hitting home, the ski resorts need people to visit them for a vacation! Early Snow Boost For Ski Holidays The ski holidays industry needs some good news as the economy freezes quicker than the snow - and they've just got some as the snow has arrived early, with many skiers enjoying a pre-christmas ski. 2009 Ski Vacations In The French Alps It's ski time for millions of skiers in Europe and the US, and there's a vast array of ski resorts to choose from, most of them offering great skiing. But the French Alps isn't Europe's favourite ski destination for nothing... Andorra Gets An Ice Hotel Ice hotels can be quite a tourist attraction for winter holidays, and Andorra is getting one for this year. But there's plenty of other destinations with ice hotels if Andorra's not on your travel map this year... 2009 Ski Vacations In The US And Canada The 2009 ski season is nearly here - and ski resorts in both the US and Canada are eagerly awaiting their skiing guests. With new investment even returning skiers should be happy with their 2009 ski vacations. Andorra Skiing Gets New Vote Of Confidence One of the leading ski holiday's internet sites has given Andorra a major thumbs up by choosing two of her resorts for their top ten. It's a vote of confidence Andorra needs as it faces a tough 2009 ski season as the economy hits the travel industry. Red Lights For Go Faster Skiers The ski holiday season is here, and families who enjoy the great outdoors will soon be out on the slopes having a good time. But some ski resorts are having to put the brakes on the more serious skier, as the speeds they do are just too much for the novices who might get in their way! Snowboarders Winning Ski Holiday Resort Battle Some ski resorts have been less than welcoming to snowboarders in the past, but as the 2009 ski holiday season begins, purists are in a small minority. Colorado Wins Ski Resort Race There's a race in America that's gettig better known each year - it's a race to see which ski resort can open first for the ski holiday season. The 2008 winners are already up and running! 2009 Ski Vacations In The US - Lake Tahoe There's plenty of places that claim to be good for both winter and summer holidays - few can come close to what Lake Tahoe has to offer both the skier and summer holiday tourist. 2009 Ski Vacations In The US - Aspen, Colorado Not long now for the ski holiday fraternity to choose which resort to head for this year - for many it will be Colorado, and often it will be classy Aspen. 2009 European Ski Vacations - Austria Just weeks away now, the ski holiday season is nearly here - and if you're lucky enough to be skiing in Europe this ski season, where could be better than Austria for deep snow and great hospitality? 2009 Ski Vacations - Canada Considering a ski vacation now winter is approaching? Whether you're based in North America or Europe, Revelstoke in Canada's British Columbia could prove to be a great ski holiday destination. 2009 Ski Holiday Vacations - France By far the most popular ski holiday destination for British skiiers is France. The French Pyrenees and French Alps offer world class slopes, beautiful resorts and some of the best restaurants in the world. These elements combine to create the ideal location for the perfect ski holiday this year. Ski Resorts Gear Up For 2009 Winter is nearly here and skiers and winter-sports enthusiasts around the globe ramp up for the upcoming ski season. The 2009 ski season is expected to be busier than the 2008 season, despite worries about the global economy. Black Ice - Not For Austria Ski Holidays Europe's Austria is one of the world's best loved ski destinations. The outlook for European skiing once looked dismal, but Austria continues to thrive on the ski industry and this year's season should be a great one. How A Holiday Can Boost Your Health Dropping the idea of a holiday during times of a poor economy might seem a good idea for your bank manager, but it won't be doing your state of health a lot of good. Italian Skiing 2009 - The Dolomites Italy's Dolomite mountains are a part of the Alps, located in north east of the country. While in the summer and autumn months, the Dolomites are primarily used for mountain climbing, hiking and base jumping, in the winter the situation changes. In the winter, the Dolomites are a Mecca for international skiing, bringing hundreds of thousands of tourists to the Italian economy. French Skiing Areas Courchevel, les Arcs and Chamonix are some of the most well-known ski areas in France. The French ski area of Les Arcs has been attracting mountain sport enthusiasts since 1968, and is already getting bookings for the 2009 ski season. Sweet Powder - Skiing in France France has more than 400 resorts to choose from, and knowing which ski resort in France is the best for you can be daunting. In addition to those located in the Alps and the Pyrenees, there are resorts in the Jura and Vosges mountains, in the Massif Central and even on the island of Corsica. Ski Holiday Resorts in the French Alps The Alps in France are home to some of the most well-known and well-travelled ski resorts in Europe. Just because it is summer doesn't mean ski season is over until December. Glacier skiing in the Alps is very popular among die-hard ski enthusiasts. Diminishing Snow Falls Expected in the French Pyrenees The future of snow covered ski slopes in the French Pyrenees is not good - rising operating costs and reduced snow fall are predicted and they are cause for concern for the owners of ski resorts in both France and Andorra. Environmentally Friendly Snowboards Ski resorts world-wide have been actively participating in recycling and composting projects since as early as 2001. In the years to come, skiers, snowboarders and other winter sports enthusiasts will benefit from the recycling efforts put forth by resorts and fellow skiers alike. Colorado's Vail Wins National Forest Foundation Award Ski holiday resorts worldwide are becoming more environmentally aware and passing their knowledge on to their guests. Vail Resorts in Vail Colorado operates one of the largest recycling programs of any ski resort in Northern America. 2008/9 Budget Skiing and Vacation Packages It's depression time for skiiers - it's summertime! But they can cheer themselves up thinking of all the great ski destinations they can visit for the 2008/9 season in the US and Europe! Europeans Tourists Head Stateside America's dollar is weak at the moment - but that's good news for those involved in the US travel and hospitality business, as more British and European visitors decide upon destinations such as Florida for their summer vacations. Barcelona Spain Weekends 2008 The Spanish city of Barcelona is one of the top destinations for weekend getaways for Europeans, and UK tourists could increase as flights become cheaper. When The Snow Has Gone... The ski holiday season is over - but what happens to the popular winter holiday destinations when the snow melts away? Ski Vacation Prices On A Hike The 2008 ski season is over, and research shows a steep rise in the cost of a typical ski vacation, and 2009 could see higher prices again. Austria Prepares For 2008/9 Ski Holidays Season Europe's ski holiday resorts bounced back this year after a disastrous 2006/7 - helped by excellent snow falls from December to the close of the ski season mid April. Austria's best known ski resort Innsbruck is getting ready for 2008-9. Speeding Skiers Face Prison Today's modern ski equipment allows skiers more speed with no more effort, and a more carefree attitude has led to more accidents - including deaths - on the ski slopes in both Europe and the U.S. Some U.S. resorts are going to take speeding skiers to court... New Canadian Ski Resort It's too late for this year, but, Canada's newest ski holiday resort looks appealing for the 2008/9 season. Canadian Ski Resorts Go Family Friendly Hello families, goodbye extreme skiers seems to be the message from Canada's ski resorts as they wrap up a successful 2008 season and look forward to the 2008/9 season. How Global Warming Is Hitting Ski Resorts The environment and global warming is something many businesses are having to factor in - but for the ski industry in North America and Europe it's do-or-die. A Longer Life Starts At 70! If you're hoping to live a long life, the magic bullet could be to lose weight and stop smoking when you're seventy, according to research just published. Low Cost Airline Boost For 2008 Skiing Vacations Europe's ski industry needed an extra good 2007/8 season after a poor one last year - the snow fell more this year and low cost airlines made a big contribution with new routes close to the traditionally popular ski resorts. Swiss Slow Down Extreme Skiers Ski vacations are enjoyed my millions in Europe, the USA and Canada - but few countries offer better skiing than Switzerland. But more skiers are going faster thanks to better equipment - and the Swiss have a plan to slow them down... There's Still Time For A 2008 Ski Vacation! US, European and Canadian ski resorts have had a great season, and there's time still to get in a ski holiday - if you're quick! Drunks Hit The Ski Slopes Us, Canadian and European ski resorts have had a great season as the snow has fallen well, and ski tourists have been enjoying their annual winter ski holidays. But there's increasing danger on the slopes - drunks! US Bank Worries Hit Euro Tax Havens Despite the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates to stave off an American recession, confidence levels are low and are being felt as far away as the tax havens in Europe. Snowboarders Battle US Ski Resorts While snowboarding is banned by some ski resorts as simply too dangerous to mix with families skiing and damaging to snow conditions, some US resorts are relenting and allowing the snowboarders equal access. Aspen Ski Holidays Fun and games are all part of a ski vacation in Colorado. And you're as likely to find you're on the ski slopes with a Hollywood celebrity as a serious skier. 2008 Economic Slow Down Could Impact Euro Tax Havens European tax havens have seen rising property prices and buoyant economies in recent years, but oil prices and a global economic slowdown could hit both Monaco and Andorra in 2008. 2008 Skiiers Let The Train Take The Strain As the 2008 ski season approaches, more European skiiers are switching from flights to trains to help the environment. Ski Holiday Innsbruck: The 'In' Thing To Do A wide choice of ski regions are available to choose from in Europe for this year's ski holiday season - but few can match the atmosphere generated by Innsbruck in Austria. Andorra Ski Holidays More Affordable with Low Cost Airlines Ski vacations were once the preserve of the wealthy, but as the low cost airlines turn their attention to the skiing resorts more and more families are able to afford a ski holiday in countries like Andorra. Skiing Holidays Look Cool For 2008 The skiing season is upon us, and some resorts are already booked out for the 2007/8 season. Despite early snow falls in Canada, Andorra and Austria, the resorts are taking no chances and have invested heavily to make sure 2008 ski holidays are the best ever. More Brits Heading to the Ski Slopes For 2008 Just over a million ski holidays were taken by the British this year, and the new 2007/8 season looks a promising one with early snow in ski destinations like Andorra and Austria. Chris Vermeulen is Motor-Cross's Golden Boy Chris Vermeulen is a Motor-Cross star, and a star whose future looks increasingly bright. Snow In The Fall Brings 2008 Ski Season Hope Odd weather patterns across Europe this year led to heatwaves in some countries, and floods in England. But October's snow in Austria and the Pyrenees brought welcome hope to Andorra that 2008 could return as a normal ski season after a poor 2007 ski season. New England Skiing Industry Faces New Challenges Global warming and a lack of qualified staff could present the ski slopes of New England with double trouble this ski season... Monaco Beaten By Andorra For Tax Haven Value 2007 Real estate prices in Andorra have risen consistently over the last few years. But with the same tax benefits as better known Monaco, and property in Monaco at record highs, Andorra now represents the best value full status tax haven in Europe. Top Tax Havens See 2007 Real Estate Price Hikes With France and Spain as neighbours, tax haven Andorra saw one of the sharpest property price rises in Europe in 2005 with a 19 per cent increase. This has been sustained with another high leap in prices in 2006 of 16 per cent. 2007 is likely to see another price rise for the tax haven. Andorra Skiing Set To Fly With New Airport Far improved access to the ski areas of Andorra is just a few years away with the building of a new airport near to the border with Spain. Just fifteen minutes from Andorra, it will improve tourists ski and snowboard vacations. Americans Living Longer In 2007 Good news for the US - life expectancy of the average American has gone up in recent years - but still lags behind European country Andorra whose citizens live longer than anyone else. Andorra Real Estate Beats 2007 Slow Down Higher interest rates across Europe and a slowing property market threatened to send tax haven Andorra's house prices into reverse for the first time in a generation this year. But a good summer has seen house prices rise. Euro Ski Resorts Fear Greenhouse Will Melt Away 2008 Visitors Ski vacations are a major part of the travel indistry, but global warming means countries like Andorra might have to diversify if the snow fails to fall. Andorra Aims For New 2008 Skiers European ski destination Andorra will remember 2007 as her worst tourist year for twenty years. Now the ski holiday country hopes to attract more out of season visitors as an insurance against future poor years. UK's Tory Tax Plans Could Hit Tax Havens Britain's Conservative Party is producing policy statements to help them win the next Geneal Election. Their plan to reform taxation and abolish inheritance tax could affect the European tax havens of Andorra and Monaco. New British Prime Minister Fuels 2007 Tax Havens New British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has hit the ground running, and in his first few weeks has had to deal with crises in agriculture, floods, Iraq and Afghanistan. While opinion polls show his Labour Party with a ten per cent lead, the tax havens of Andorra and Monaco have seen an increase in enquiries from Britian. Andorra Invests For 2008 Ski Tourists The Andorra ski holidays industry has reason to worry, after two years of declining visitor numbers. They're hoping that new investments will buck the trend to make the 2008 ski season a memorable one. Andorra Welcomes Summer Snow Climate patterns across Europe have led to heatwaves in some countries, and floods in England. But snow in the Pyrenees brought welcome hope to Andorra that 2008 could return as a normal ski season in their prime ski villages of Arinsal and Soldeu. Andorra Ski Holidays Hit 20 Year Low In 2007 2007 marked for a 20 year low for the Andorra ski industry and ended this year with the slopes closing two weeks early. The country is preparing for what is hoped will be a better 2007/8 season in the main Andorra skiing resorts. Andorra Ski Holidays Hit Snow Woes A deluge of snow a day before the first official day of Spring bought joy to the hoteliers in the ski resorts of Andorra. But it was too little too late to turn around the 2007 season after a disastrous beginning of the ski holiday period for five of the six ski months. Andorra Hoping To Win Back Ski Tourists For 2008 Season Ski country Andorra normally attracts over ten million tourists a year to her resorts - but the 2007 season was the worst for years with a lack of snow. Andorra businesses would be hard ht to survive a second poor year, and are trying to tempt the skiers back for the 2007-8 ski holiday season. Euro Tax Haven Andorra Opens Door For 500 More Tax Exiles Income tax free Andorra has seen a sharp rise in residency applications over the last two years as rival tax haven Monaco's property prices have become among the most expensive in Europe. The Andorra authorities have responded by more than doubling the residency application quotas allowed in any one year. Andorra Real Estate 2007 Gets Tax Haven Boost Well known European tax haven Andorra has seen a sharp rise in residency applications over the last two years as rival tax haven Monaco's property prices have become among the most expensive in Europe. The Andorra authorities have responded by more than doubling the residency application quotas allowed in any one year, adding pressure to already rising property prices. Thierry Henry Leaves Arsenal For Barcelona The news all Arsenal suporters have been dreading has finally happened - Thierry Henry is leaving the club to play for top Spanish side Barcelona. Taxing Time For Andorra One of the top European tax havens, Andorra is introducing Capital Gains Tax for the first time to fund infrastructure improvements. Tax Free Residents Enjoy A Longer Life! No IRS or other tax office could be why people living in the tax haven of Andorra are adding years to their lives... Hot Weekend In Barcelona Barcelona is the weekend city break for millionsof Europeans every year, and the Spanish city is no more alive than during the Barcelona Grand Prix. Property Price Rises Hit 2007 Black Ice In Andorra Andorra property has been good to investors with prices rising by an average of ten per cent a year in the last ten years. But fewer visitos has meant a recent freeze in the European mountain tax haven. No Show Of Ski Tourists After No 2007 Snow Close to ten million tourists a year puts Andorra as one of Europe's most popular ski countries. But a lack of snow earlier this year is jeopardising the investments made in infrastructure for the small country. Andorra Proves Old Adage Wrong American Benjamin Franklin famously said there are two things certain in life. Death and taxes. But the little country of Andorra seems intent on proving him wrong...Andorra is healthy, has no tax, and one of the best equipped hospitals in Europe! Property Prices Freeze in Euro Tax Haven Real Estate prices in the European tax haven of Andorra have risen by an average of ten per cent a year in the last ten years. But late snow in the Pyrennes has meant a recent freeze in the rise for the first quarter of 2007. Euro Ski Slump Turns Andorra Family Friendly For 2008 Season Europe's Andorra has opened a new snow park designed for families, improving the country's facilities for holiday visitors with children. Andorra Property Price Rise Close To 20 Per Cent Europe's tax haven Andorra has registered a yearly rise in property values of near 20 per cent, with higher prices likely. Mallorca Yacht Race Has New Wind In Her Sails Majorca is set to host her tenth annual SuperYacht Cup this summer. It's stepping up a gear and promises to be a more serious event for real racing. Andorra 0 England 3 Andorra lost 3-0 in their recent Euro 2008 qualifying game against England. But it took until the second half before Steven Gerrard scored twice to secure England's victory against football minnows Andorra.

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