Descending on Saalbach, Austria; Europe’s Sexiest Ski Town.

On the Top of the World with uplifting beats and the very best atmosphere watching the sun set into the ‘Valley of Dreams’ …… could it be Magic?

What is the Magic?
It’s a happy fact that the ski town of Saalbach, Austria plays host to the 2010 EuroSki Pride ski week. A modern and stylish resort with a host of gay friendly venues, there’s much to do even for non-skiers and as for fans of boarding and skiing the resort offers a layout of over 200 kilometres of well prepared ski slopes, 55 modern cable cars and lifts. And your lips whisper a silent; geeeeee!

Working in collaboration with the Austrian Tourist Board; EuroSki Pride is a unique pride event and gay ski week all wrapped into one with a host of entertainment including Mid-Station and Mountain dance parties, Club Nights, Fun Ski Runs, Cocktail Parties, Live Performances and Mr Gay Snowman and Snow Lady Competitions with massive prizes and free gifts galore throughout the whole week.

Euroski Pride is proud to host a ‘Main Stage’ day with live performances, dance sessions, Charity Presentation and a fireworks finale. Amongst the acts, artists, DJ’s and performers already confirmed include The Boy George Experience who will be performing a special ‘An Audience With’ evening. We have DJ Phil Romano (Italy) – (Rapido Holland / Brussels / Tel Aviv / Rome Italy / Amsterdam). Joining Phil is DJ Rick Parker resident and favourite on Canal Street Manchester. Further artists T.B.C

Our Partnership with C.W.A.C
Euroski Pride’s exclusive charity partner for 2010 is C.W.A.C (Children With A.I.D.S Charity). C.W.A.C has a host of high profile Patrons and Supporters including; George Michael, Christopher Biggins, Yasmin and Simon Le Bon.

We are proud to partner a charity that helps children and their families in the UK, Europe and Worldwide improve the quality of their lives. Under this exclusive partnership EuroSki Pride are making a substantial donation to this worthy organisation with a full charity presentation at our Main Stage event.

Our partnership with the Tourist Board, Austria
Partnering with the Tourist Board of Austria has enabled EuroSki Pride to offer some very special prices on a host of packages from event pass only through to inclusive accommodation offers with further discounts on already highly competitive prices available on bookings confirmed before 30th September 2009.

Of course confirming a booking doesn’t mean that you have to pay for it all now and with some great offers on flights there has not been a better time to confirm a booking.

Please note:
» The Official Euroski Pride website is www.euroskipride.com
» Saalbach-Hinterglemm is located in the Pinzgau region and is reported as one of Austria’s premier ski resorts.
» The nearest large city is Zell am See, located 20km away.
» C.W.A.C (Children With AIDS Charity) is a registered charity in England & Wales number: 1027816

Photos courtesy of www.euroskipride.com.

Annual Event to Attract Nearly 4,000 January 11-18

ASPEN, CO (January 3, 2009)—Aspen Gay Ski Week, the nation’s largest and oldest gay ski event, will celebrate its 32nd anniversary January 11-18, 2009.

“We have pulled out all the stops for this year’s gay ski week, themed ‘Fire & Ice,’ featuring après ski events, comedy night, and the popular downhill costume competition,” remarked Bryan Gonzales, co-producer of Aspen Gay Ski Week and Executive Director of Roaring Fork Gay and Lesbian Community Fund.

The week’s events also include a Prince cover band, “Purple Reign,” a SnowBall, and the infamous pool party on Saturday night. Comedy Night at the Wheeler Opera House showcases top comics Mark Alan Smith, Erin Foley, Scott Kennedy, and Paul Williams—the producer of the show and hilarious emcee of the downhill costume contest.

“Opening in November 2008, the new Limelight Lodge will be the host hotel for Aspen Gay Ski Week,” said Gonzales. “The 20 person hot tubs at the Limelight will be the perfect spot for après ski sightings.”

Event passes and lodging are still available. For the entire schedule and to purchase event passes, lodging, and ski lift tickets, visit www.gayskiweek.com.

Aspen Gay Ski Week is a fundraiser for Roaring Fork Gay & Lesbian Community Fund. This year, a portion of the proceeds from Gay Ski Week activities, pass sales, and lift ticket purchases will directly benefit the Western Colorado AIDS Project, as well as local schools.

Founded over a decade ago to provide services for the Roaring Fork Valley community, the Roaring Fork Gay and Lesbian Community Fund (RFGLCF) hosts parties, educational forums, and special events, such as Aspen Gay Ski Week. The efforts of this volunteer group of men and women have allowed RFGLCF to become a philanthropic gay and lesbian community. The organization has provided tens of thousands of dollars to schools and various charities of gay and lesbian interest and elevates Aspen’s reputation as a prominent gay and lesbian travel destination. For more information, visit www.gayskiweek.com.

Some photos of Aspen Gay Ski Week 2009 (Photo credit to Dick Mitchell):