The Whiteout Ski Podcast

S5. E52 - Ski News, Club Med Turkey, Play in an Après Band + The Best of Summer Mountains North Amercia

Rob Ski Journalist and Dom Publisher InTheSnow Magazine Season 4 Episode 24

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News:

Peak Skis Shuts Down - Founded by Bode Miller, has filed for bankruptcy 

Dave Ryding to Retire - announced he’ll retire after the 2025–26 World Cup

New London Snow Show Launches - at Olympia London this October Visit londonsnowshow.com 

Eurostar Ski Train Returns - running Saturdays from December 20 to March 28. 

Marcel Hirscher Returns to Racing

2025–26 FIS World Cup Calendar Announced

Altitude Comedy Festival Returns - Mayrhofen, March 30 to April 3, 2026 altitudefestival.com.

New Beginner Initiative: Way2Snow - offering new skiers a £299 package for 12 hours of indoor slope instruction. Aimed at first-timers to get slope-ready before their first ski trip.

We then uncovered 10 things we didn't know about presenter Rob Stewart.

Dom swaps snow for sun with a trip to Club Med Palmiye in Turkey.

Direct flight from Gatwick to Antalya, Beachfront location with mountain views and All-inclusive food exceeded expectations – lots of Turkish dishes and variety for all diets, Tons of activities: pilates, paddle tennis, archery, trapeze, Zen Pool, sunset boat trip, Great evening entertainment: theme nights, live music, beach bars, Spa massage before flying home was a perfect end
Verdict: Club Med does summer just as well as winter. A great choice for skiers looking for a warm-weather break.

Best Summer Mountain Resorts in North America

1. Sun Valley, Idaho - America’s first destination ski resort, now a top summer retreat

2. Park City, Utah - 35 mins from Salt Lake City with over 400 miles of trails

Verdict: Edgy, eco-friendly, packed with energy

3. Banff, Alberta - Turquoise lakes, big peaks, endless daylight

Verdict: Epic scenery with culture, adventure, and calm

4. Sun Peaks, BC - Canada’s 2nd largest ski area, now a summer secret

Verdict: Quiet, refreshing, and full of soul

5. Lake Tahoe, CA/NV - Alpine lakes, beaches, and trails meet high-end culture

Verdict: Perfect mix of lake life and mountain adventure

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