Аватар автора

Leo Winterhart

Author
Articles

493

Leo Winterhart is a travel writer and alpine enthusiast who has spent over a decade exploring the world’s most iconic ski resorts — from the powder bowls of Verbier to the hidden slopes of Gudauri. With a background in sports journalism and a lifelong passion for winter adventure, Leo brings a rare mix of insider expertise and storytelling flair to every article.

At GetSki, he covers everything from slope guides and après-ski culture to equipment trends and off-piste safety — always blending practical insight with a deep appreciation for mountain life. When he’s not writing, you’ll find him chasing first tracks at sunrise or testing the latest ski tech in the Alps.

Author posts - page 27

Top 5 Reasons to Take Your Family on a Ski Holiday
Top 5 Reasons to Take Your Family on a Ski Holiday

Recommendation: Choose a winter break for families that bundles stays, lift passes, and lessons, which locks in local prices and gives you predictable days of...

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025
Helmet Use in Ski Touring and Backcountry Skiing – Pros and Cons
Helmet Use in Ski Touring and Backcountry Skiing – Pros and Cons

Recomendação: Utilize sempre proteção para a cabeça durante viagens fora de pista em áreas montanhosas para reduzir acidentes; o equipamento funciona melhor quando justo, leve, certificado, melhor que a exposição a descoberto. Neste...

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025
Best Ski Holidays in Italy 2025 – Top Alpine Resorts for Your Winter Getaway
Melhores Destinos de Férias de Esqui em Itália 2025 – Principais Estâncias Alpinas para a Sua Escapadinha de Inverno

Recomendação: Escapada de neve de sete noites nas Dolomitas: Cortina d’Ampezzo ancora o plano com viagens de um dia a Val Gardena, proporcionando uma combinação excecional de encostas suaves e emoções fortes...

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025
Discovering Les Saisies – A French Alps Ski Resort Guide
Discovering Les Saisies – A French Alps Ski Resort Guide

Three trails located at the foot of the valley are not-to-be-missed for beginners, with gentle grades that build confidence fast. The base-area lifts cluster around...

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025
Progressão no Esqui para Principiantes – Mobilidade Básica e os Primeiros Movimentos na Neve
Progressão no Ski para Iniciantes – Mobilidade Básica e os Primeiros Movimentos na Neve

Renting a lightweight setup and taking a focused lesson is the clearest path to build confidence through a wintry surface. This plan includes a 60-minute...

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025
What Is a Halfpipe? Definition, History, and Uses
What Is a Halfpipe? Definition, History, and Uses

Comece com um design sólido; posicione a rampa em terreno nivelado, verifique a drenagem; assegure uma transição com revestimento. Três fatores essenciais moldam o sucesso: geometria, superfície, manutenção....

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025
10 Top Skiing Tips for Beginners – Safe and Fun on the Slopes
10 Top Skiing Tips for Beginners – Safe and Fun on the Slopes

Begin with snowplough drills on blue terrain; build balance, speed control; set correct stance, target beginner levels. Keep shoulders level; look down slope a little;...

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025
All You Need to Know About Colorado’s 5 Best Ski Resorts
All You Need to Know About Colorado’s 5 Best Ski Resorts

Start with Telluride for an unmatched mix of challenging runs and stunning scenery. The town sits in San Miguel County and offers a compact layout...

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025
Ski Weekend in Chatel – Your Ultimate Guide to Slopes and Lodging
Ski Weekend in Chatel – Your Ultimate Guide to Slopes and Lodging

Plan to arrive Friday evening; reserve a compact base within 15 minutes of access to the dedicated runs. This choice saves precious time before first...

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025
The Best Spring Skiing Resorts – Top Spots for Snow and Sun
The Best Spring Skiing Resorts – Top Spots for Snow and Sun

Choose high-altitude bases such as Val d’Isère, Zermatt, Engelberg; reliable glacier runs, open slopes, night lifts in select zones, festive village vibes Val d’Isère Tignes...

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025
10 Great Reasons to Ski in the Jungfrau Region – Swiss Alps Skiing
10 Great Reasons to Ski in the Jungfrau Region – Swiss Alps Skiing

Begin with a concrete tip: head for wengen on arrival; park cars in a lower lot and ride a short train to village center, setting...

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025
Skiing & Snowboarding in Saas-Fee – The Complete Guide to the Swiss Ski Resort
Skiing & Snowboarding in Saas-Fee – The Complete Guide to the Swiss Ski Resort

First step: buy a cheaper multi-area pass covering saastal and connected zones; that option unlocks movement throughout areas and helps visit more villages while keeping...

Blog
Dezembro 19, 2025