Justifiably famous, St. Anton consistently appears in ‘Top Ten Ski Resort’ lists throughout the world. The Austrian resort ranks alongside the likes of Chamonix, Whistler and Zematt. The Arlberg region likes to think of itself as being at the forefront of Alpine Skiing’s development from the early days to the modern era. However, despite the acclaim, the village, though much expanded, has managed to maintain a great deal of it’s Tyrollean charm. The incredible ski and snowboard terrain is matched well by the relaxed atmosphere of the 1300m resort itself, and it’s 2.500+ inhabitants.

Do you fancy being in a big budget movie? A major big screen film is looking for extras who will be in the Austrian resort of St Anton during mid March. The Arlberg area will feature heavily in the movie.

The last snow fell on Thursday the 4th March and conditions are looking very good indeed, with firm pistes and up to 2 metres base depth in even the lowest resorts in the French and Italian Alps. It is colder than normal for March thus ensuring conditions will remain especially good for the foreseeable future. Nevertheless, blue skis and sunshine also prevail, making for some very pleasant March skiing

For those who just can’t get to sleep, or are just too excited, the Opening Ceremony kicks off the Vancouver Winter Olympics on the good old Beeb tv at 01.45 GMT Saturday the 13th. As well as the usual Broadcast channels there is online live coverage as well as the iPlayer, oh and that pesky Red Button.