Category Archives: Snowboarding

A one-week winter California holiday itinerary | including videos!

Can’t visit California properly in just one week? You’d be amazed at what you can do – and that includes a visit to a ski resort, Disneyland and so much more!     This page contains affiliate links. If you book a stay or an attraction through one of them, I will receive a commission […]

10 reasons why Perisher is the best Australian ski resort for beginners – with videos!

When it comes to learning how to ski or snow board it can be a confusing – and expensive – choice you can’t afford to get wrong! Here’s 10 reasons why you should start your snow sports journey at Perisher Valley in the NSW Snowy Mountains This page contains affiliate links. If you book a […]

The Minnie & Friends Disneyland Character Breakfast

Not all Disneyland Breakfasts are created equal. There is only one true Disneyland breakfast that is actually located inside of Disneyland – and that’s the Minnie & Friends character breakfast at the Plaza Inn. Minnie & Friends – Breakfast in the Park at the Plaza Inn If you want to experience all aspects of Disney […]

Three top California winter holiday destinations – with kids!

From Disneyland theme parks to snow-fun to beaches in just one week! In February of 2020 we took a trip from Sydney, Australia to the USA with Visit California to experience three different Californian destinations. We found that an incredible USA family vacation awaits where you can travel from theme parks to snow and back […]

Messy Weekend Snow & Ski Goggles review

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We were asked to test run the Messy Weekend snow goggles range, and were very impressed with the incredible snow-vision qualities of this oh-so-stylish European designer – plus we have a 15% off discount code for you! This page contains affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a […]

Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort – Disneyland side trips

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To add some variety to your California Disneyland winter holiday, all you need to do is – just add snow! Only an hour’s commuter flight away from LAX (or a half-day’s picturesque road trip) you’ll find California’s Mammoth Mountain ski resort. Beautiful Mammoth Lakes is a bustling little ski town with its own airport, and a […]

Perisher NSW Skitube Terminal, Timetable & more – a beginner’s guide

This passenger train to Perisher Ski Resort, NSW is a fast, easy way to the snow – and no snow chains are required! Follow our guide for an easy ride! Planning a ski trip to the New South Wales Ski Fields can seem a bit like an organisational nightmare – but make it super-easy on […]

Where to stay at Mammoth Mountain – The Village Lodge Mammoth hotel

From the grand staircase to the snow-surrounded heated swimming pool & hot tubs outside, The Village Lodge at Mammoth is an excellent accommodation choice for your Mammoth Mountain ski resort holiday. This page contains affiliate links. If you book a stay through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to […]

What Perisher and Thredbo social distancing looks like in 2020

Due to the 2020 Coronavirus pandemic many Australian holiday destinations have either closed, or look & work very differently this year – the NSW ski fields is no exception, & has adapted to stay open – & stay safe! We’ve just spent a week each at the two top NSW ski resorts – Thredbo and […]

Matterhorn Ski Lodge, Perisher review | On Snow Family Accommodation

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If you’re looking for a great snow holiday for your family, stay right in the middle of the snow in Perisher Valley at the Matterhorn Lodge! When we received an invitation to stay at the famous Matterhorn Lodge in Perisher during the 2019 Australian ski season, we were thrilled to visit – and learned that […]

Hoshino Resorts Tomamu – where to holiday in Japan with kids!

Are you looking for somewhere new and exciting to go on holidays with the kids? Hoshino Resorts Tomamu in Japan is packed full of family fun! Have you ever considered taking your family on a skiing holiday to Japan? We’ve just got back from a trip to Hoshino Resorts Tomamu Ski Resort in Japan. Whether […]