The OFF//PISTE Podcast is your inside track to the world of luxury ski travel. As the official podcast of the world's leading luxury ski agent, we take you beyond the brochures and into the heart of the Alps and beyond. From the latest high-end properties to trends, industry insights, and resort developments, we bring you the most up-to-date news in alpine travel. Whether you're a seasoned skier, a luxury travel enthusiast, or just looking for inspiration for your next escape, join us as we explore the ever-evolving world of luxury ski holidays.
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08. The Italian Job - Detours, Dreamy Nights, and a Chocolate Room
Hosts Tom and Ed recount their road trip across Italy, highlighting luxurious properties and new portfolio additions in anticipation of the 2026 Winter Olympics.
1 Aug 2025
07. Swiss Roll - A Journey Through St Moritz, Gstaad & Verbier with Marcus & Tim
Industry experts Marcus and Tim recount their Swiss road trip from St Moritz to Verbier, highlighting the highs and lows of the mountains and valleys.
Felix Hemsley interviews Alex Herrman, Anja Sterchi, and Kelly Joss from Switzerland Tourism about Switzerland's appeal as a travel destination due to its skiing, scenery, train systems, and sustainability projects.
16 May 2025
05. Spring Skiing: Long Lunches, Quiet Pistes and Rosé Weather
Spring skiing in the Alps: sun-soaked slopes, long mountain lunches, and quiet pistes with reliable snow (if you know where to go). ☀️⛷️
In this episode, our Founder Rupert Longsdon and Senior Hotel Specialist Daniel Symons share why March and April might just be the best time to ski.
🎧 Listen now on The OFF//PISTE Podcast. #SpringSkiing #AlpineEscapes
3 Apr 2025
04. Children: Ski Schools, Travel and Top Tips
The thought of that first ski holiday with young children can be daunting, but it needn't be. Families and multi-generational escapes are amongst the most common holidays we handle, and of course that means lots of children heading to the mountains.
From top tips for ski schools, how to plan your day and what's on offer to cater to everyone's needs, two members of our Experience team, Annie and Jess, take some time out to talk all things children and skiing.
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14 Mar 2025
03. Japan: Gate Skiing, Showshoeing & Bucket List Moments
In this latest episode of The OFF//PISTE Podcast, chalet specialist Edward Hooper joins our podcast host Felix Hemsley, as he gives insights into a recent ski holiday in Japan. A bucket list destination for so many of us, Ed, delves into the must-dos, top tips and cultural differences for those thinking of taking a pilgrimage to this world-class destination...
#Japan #Skiing #Podcast #Travel #OffPiste
Intro (0:00)
Busy times at desks (0:25)
So, Japan? (1:00)What is the resort like? (5:00)
Lift systems (6:20)Weather in Japan (8:00)
Gate Skiing (10:40)
Night Skiing (13:05)
Does it feel busy? (13:05)
Comparative costs (16:45)
Accommodation (19:00)
Snowshoeing (19:50)
Onsens (23:22)
Not Just Skiing (25:45)
Apres in Japan (26:36)
Tips for next time (28:35)
If you are going skiing tomorrow where would you go (30:46)
Outro (32:00)
21 Feb 2025
02. Lost Luggage, Stuck Cars & Lazy Italian Lunches
For this episode we’re joined by three members of our senior sales team, Karen Cabena, Marcus Roberts and Tim Newns.
With the season well underway, Christmas chaos behind us and in the midst of the UK half-term escapes, what batter time to take stock of the season and get to know some of our team.
From their favourite properties and recent trips across The Alps, to tales of lost luggage and road trips across Italy, join us for the latest episode of The OFF//PISTE Pod, powered by Alpine Intelligence.
The OFF//PISTE Podcast is bought to you by Oxford Ski Company, the world leaders in luxury alpine escapes since 1998.
Time Stamps:
(0:00) Ciao
(01:27) What is it currently like in the Alps?
(02:44) Recent Team Trips to The Alps
(9:48) Italy
(15:49) What are clients looking for?
(18:56) What are our clients from the US looking for?
(21:10) What specific things are guests looking for in an Alpine property
(25:50) Where would you go on a ski holiday?
(31:49) Arrivederci
13 Dec 2024
01. A Look Ahead: In Discussion with Rupert Longsdon & Tim Newns
Rupert and Tim sit down to discuss the coming season in The Alps. From booking trends and availability to hot destinations and activities beyond the slopes...
The OFF//PISTE Podcast is bought to you by Oxford Ski Company, the world leaders in luxury alpine escapes since 1998.
Timestamps:
(0:30) How are things shaping up for this winter?
(1:44) What trends are we seeing
(2:38) Flexibility is key in service levels
(4:24) When to head to The Alps outside of the school holidays?
(6:37) Why are ski holidays such a great way to spend time with your families?
(8:44) The experience beyond the slopes
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