Sarah Dean

Skier. My attempt at snowboarding was not entirely successful!

A relative late‐comer in my twenties, I first took to the slopes in the northern French Alps and have since been testing instructors' patience and discovering the joys of the mountains in Canada and various resorts across Europe. 

Having mainly visited the Alps prior to joining Ski Safari, the quiet slopes, minimal queuing (if any) and easy-going, warm welcome in Scandinavia has been a revelation!

Parapenting in Valmorel, floating high over the mountains – parachute and instructor firmly attached! Was certainly unforgettable.

But on a day to day basis, relaxing with a beer in the mountain sunshine after a day on the slopes is pretty hard to beat!

Anywhere offering a combination of skiing and a city stay - to me, the perfect way to round off a holiday.

Myrkdalen, Voss and Flåm in February 2025, I loved Voss so much I returned in March and am planning another trip there for next winter.

I have also taken a number of our Freedom Treks cycling holidays, last visiting the wonderful Dolomite, Lake Garda & Verona region.

Voss in March 2026. Hoping to add on a night or two in Bergen - the transport links are so quick and easy.

I'm also hoping to take another short break cycling trip in Belgium later in 2025.

My grandmother was one of the first women in Brighton Swimming Club. It must be in the genes, I'm in the sea as often as I can be and for many years swam every morning at my local pool, come rain or shine (or a late night)!

If you can spare the time, take an extra day or two to tag on a city stopover – especially if you're travelling long‐haul. A great way to round off a holiday, an iconic city can be so much more than just a gateway.