World Ski Awards – the only global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in ski tourism – has revealed the winners of its 12th annual programme.

Winners include Europe’s highest ski resort, Val Thorens, named ‘World’s Best Ski Resort’, in recognition of setting the global standard for lift infrastructure, resort facilities and slopeside accommodation.

Switzerland’s reputation as a hospitality world-leader was reinforced with victories in two key categories: W Verbier captured ‘World’s Best Ski Hotel’ and Chalet Zermatt Peak claimed ‘World’s Best Ski Chalet’

Twas the Night Before Christmas

Take your Christmas holiday to an indulgent new level and experience the wonder of the season by starting with a Christmas Eve culinary journey across three restaurants – The Terrace Act 5 -The Grill and Sa-Nga.  Enjoy regional delicacies as well as the freshest seafood and meats, plus traditional Christmas fare and an extensive selection of yuletide pastries and desserts.  The festive atmosphere will be enhanced when Santa arrives to delight guests of all ages along with carol singers and children’s activities designed to bring out the holiday spirit.

Price:    THB 3,800++ (food only) and

Children:  THB 1,900++ (aged 4 to 11 years).

Time:      18:00 hrs. to 22:30 hrs.

Sun Siyam Resorts is enhancing the all-inclusive experience in the Maldives with the launch of its 24-hour, resort-wide all-inclusive plan, available across all properties as of November 1st 2024.

The new 24-hour all-inclusive plan has been launched following the success and demand for Siyam World’s premium 24 hour all-inclusive which has laid the foundation for its expansion across all resorts. Additionally, in resorts with multiple meal plans, booking data indicates that in 2024, 85% of British guests choose all-inclusive over BB, HB and FB options.

There’s something magical about the holidays in Europe, particularly in destinations renowned for Christmas markets. Snow-capped mountains, winter chalets, mulled wine and twinkling lights epitomize the festive season. For seekers of fairytales, Kempinski’s guide to the best Christmas Markets in Europe showcase the most luxe experiences in the most charming destinations.