Skier or snowboarder
Skier but would love to try snowboarding one day.
Ski/ boarding history
I'm one of a handful of people who joined Ski Safari with no ski experience. Eight years later and I've skied in North America, Europe and Asia and can't imagine a winter without time on snow!
Best mountain moment
Skiing top to bottom in Vail on my second-ever day on skis in December 2014. Four days after joining Ski Safari, having never skied before, I was whisked off to the Colorado Rockies to find out what the fuss was all about. I was lucky enough to have 1-2-1 tuition on day 2 which really pushed me. It was tough going but so rewarding being able to ski and see so much of the mountain - and tackle my first blue run in the process!
Favourite Ski Safari
Without a doubt our Hokkaido Explorer Ski Safari. Nothing compares to the unique cultural experience of Japan combined with Hokkaido's unique resorts. The powder, the food, the onsens... what's not to like?
Last resorts visited
In July 2023 I went on a top-secret mission to Gausta in Norway to find out if the up-and-coming resort would make a good fit for our programme. From the brilliant hotel with floating saunas to the James Bond-esque train ride through the inside of a mountain up to a Cold War-era radio tower, it's already proving popular with our customers this winter!
My last ski trip was also to Norway in March 2023, revisiting Beitostølen for the first time since 2015 and checking out the popular resorts on Geilo and Norefjell. Plenty of snow and plenty of spa time, it was the perfect return to the slopes having not skied since March 2019!
Next trip
Hopefully a road trip between Banff and Jasper (aka the Alberta Rockies Ski Safari). I've skied a few times in British Columbia but never Alberta!
Interesting fact
I started skiing later in life than most, but active holidays have always been a passion. My summer holidays involve more hiking, climbing and surfing than sitting by a pool.
Top ski trip recommendation
Ski with an instructor/guide as often as possible, no matter how experienced you are. Not only will your skiing improve, but you'll find the best spots on the mountain.