Perisher Valley News
20 June 2008
Beat the budget! 5 ways to make a snow holiday less expensive
If looking for a wintry getaway destination that has it all, but won’t break the bank, then Perisher Blue is the place to visit. Admittedly, organising a snow holiday can be time consuming, particularly when factoring in travel, accommodation, and booking lessons. But don’t be deterred, there are ways to simplyfy the process, cut the costs and beat the budget!
Go to the Perisher Blue website to discover 5 ways to make a snow holiday less expensive.
Snow Fun! And 10 tips to help you stay safe
Holidaying in the snow is a lot of fun! And it’s even better when everyone remembers to follow a few basic rules. Just keep your eyes open, be aware of your own abilities and looking out for other people on the slope. Remember not everyone is at the same level and ability. Don’t forget to show courtesy to others and be aware that there are inherent risks in all snow recreational activities. Make sure to remember the basic safety tips to help you get the most fun out of your snow holiday!
Fashion Fiend: All the latest in clothing and accessories
All you fashion fiends out there in search of the latest in clothing and accessories for winter 2008 STOP! Go no further than the vast array of quality retail stores in Perisher Blue. Slopestyle, upstairs in the Perisher Centre and Addiction Snowboards on the lower level are just two such stores open daily during the season. Slopestyle and Addiction have it all! Offering a massive range of clothing and accessories as well as ski equipment with a ‘try before you buy’ fleet to help make that important decision just a little easier.
The resort is looking wild, white and wintry with a fresh covering of snow on the ground. We expect these conditions to continue throughout the next few days. Come up and check out the first flakes of the season, but make sure you are dressed for the conditions!
Talking with Pete ‘The Frog’ Taylor
It is the question on every snow enthusiast’s lips ‘What is the long-range forecast for the season?’ Well according to Pete ‘The Frog’ Taylor from snowatch.com.au, Australia’s number one snow forecasting website, the weather will sharpen up and it should develop into a bumper season! ‘Overall,’ Peter said ‘I see a good season with consistent regular snowfalls through to July with August bringing quite a lot of snow. To compare to previous years I would say it will be the best since 2004 with the Spencers Creek snow depth reaching the 2m mark.’
Culinary Delights at Perisher!
A group of girls enjoying a drink and some food from one of Perisher Blue’s food outlets, season 2007.
There are plenty of places to stop, eat, drink and refuel while out on the slopes at Perisher Blue when the season gets into full swing. Select from an array of eateries serving everything from hearty meals to delectable delicacies, there is something to satisfy everyone.
DEMO FEST ‘08!
Running throughout the 28 to 29 June weekend the Demo Fest was your chance to try a range of the latest and greatest products from the industry’s biggest names. K2, Salomon, Burton, Ride, Volkl plus other ski and snowboard brands including fully-owned + manufactured Australian ski company Obsidian Skis will were on-site and available for you to try.