Cookie	Cookie type	Time of Expiry
save_grouper	Used to distinguish users for statistical purposes.	1 month
grouper_id	Used to distinguish users for statistical purposes.	1 month
all_skiers	Identifies whether all users in the booking are skiing or if someone is not.	1 day
user	Required to keep the user’s session active after logging in.	1 day
SkiID	Required to keep the user’s session active after logging in.	1 day
loguejat	Required to keep the user’s session active after logging in.	1 day
user_remember	Required to keep the user’s session active after logging in.	1 day
accept_cookies	Records whether the user has accepted the Esquiades cookie policy.	3 months
PHPSESSID	PHP session cookie that enables session variables to be stored on the web server. Essential for website functionality.	1 day
user-last-searches	Stores the user’s most recent searches.	3 days

Cookie type

Time of Expiry

save_grouper

Used to distinguish users for statistical purposes.

1 month

grouper_id

Used to distinguish users for statistical purposes.

1 month

all_skiers

Identifies whether all users in the booking are skiing or if someone is not.

1 day

user

Required to keep the user’s session active after logging in.

1 day

SkiID

Required to keep the user’s session active after logging in.

1 day

loguejat

Required to keep the user’s session active after logging in.

1 day

user_remember

Required to keep the user’s session active after logging in.

1 day

accept_cookies

Records whether the user has accepted the Esquiades cookie policy.

3 months

PHPSESSID

PHP session cookie that enables session variables to be stored on the web server. Essential for website functionality.

1 day

user-last-searches

Stores the user’s most recent searches.

3 days

Provider	Cookie	Cookie type	Use it	Expiration
Google	1P_JAR	Advertising cookie containing a unique randomly generated value to distinguish browsers and devices. Used to measure ad performance and provide product recommendations based on statistical data.	Google Adwords	1 month
Google	ANID	Advertising cookie with a unique randomly generated value to distinguish browsers and devices. Used for measuring ad performance and providing product recommendations.	Google Adwords	1 year
Google	CONSENT	Advertising cookie containing a unique randomly generated value to distinguish browsers and devices. Used for measuring ad performance and providing product recommendations.	Google Adwords	1 year
Google	APISID	Used by Google to store user preferences and information when displaying pages with Google Maps.	Google Maps	2 years
Google	HSID	Used by Google to store user preferences and information when displaying pages with Google Maps.	Google Maps	2 years
Google	NID	Used to display geographic locations on Google Maps.	Google Maps	6 months
Google	OGPC	Supports visualization of geographic locations using Google Maps.	Google Maps	2 months
Google	SAPISID	Used by Google to store user preferences and information when displaying pages with Google Maps.	Google Maps	2 years
Google	SID	Used by Google to store user preferences and information when displaying pages with Google Maps.	Google Maps	2 years
Google	SSID	Used by Google to store user preferences and information when displaying pages with Google Maps.	Google Maps	2 years
Google	SIDCC	Provides services and extracts anonymous browsing information.	Google	3 months
Google	_ga	Distinguish users for statistical purposes.	Google Analytics	2 years
Google	_gid	Distinguish users for statistical purposes.	Google Analytics	24 hours
Google	_gat	Used to limit the percentage of requests through Google Tag Manager.	Google Analytics	1 minute
CloudFlare	__cfduid	Identifies trusted web traffic.	CloudFlare	1 year
Facebook	fbsr_*	Helps identify users who log in with their Facebook account.	Login with Facebook	1 year
Google	ACCOUNT_CHOOSER	Authentication cookies that remember the Google account previously used to log in and maintain sessions.	Google Accounts	2 years
Google	AEC	Security cookie ensuring that requests during a session are made by the user, not other sites.	Google	6 months
DoubleClick (Google)	DSID	Advertising purpose. Helps identify the user on non-Google sites and remember if you agreed to receive interest-based ads.	Google DoubleClick	10 days
Google	DV	Used for advertising and analytics purposes, linking user activity across devices.	Google	24 hours
DoubleClick (Google)	IDE	Advertising purpose. Used to improve and display relevant ads.	Google DoubleClick	1 year
Google	LSID	Authentication cookies that remember the Google account previously used to log in and maintain sessions.	Google Accounts	2 years
Google	OTZ	Used for advertising and analytics purposes, linking user activity across devices.	Google Analytics	1 month
Amazon Ads	ad-id	Advertising cookies that deliver relevant ads, measure performance, and manage privacy preferences.	Amazon Advertising	6 months
Amazon Ads	ad-privacy	Advertising cookies that deliver relevant ads, measure performance, and manage privacy preferences.	Amazon Advertising	2 years
DoubleClick (Google)	ar_debug	Cookie used to debug and optimize ad delivery.	Google DoubleClick	1 month
Facebook	datr	Security and advertising cookies that identify browsers, improve platform integrity, and deliver targeted ads.	Facebook	1 year
Twitter	guest_id	Used for user identification, ad personalization, and content recommendations.	Twitter	2 years
Twitter	guest_id_ads	Used for user identification, ad personalization, and content recommendations.	Twitter	2 years
Twitter	guest_id_marketing	Used for user identification, ad personalization, and content recommendations.	Twitter	2 years
Tiktok	_ttp	Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.	TikTok Analytics	3 months
Tiktok	tt_chain_token	Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.	TikTok	5 months
Tiktok	ttwid	Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.	TikTok	11 months
Twitter (t.co)	muc_ads	Used for user identification, ad personalization, and content recommendations.	Twitter	2 years
Twitter	personalization_id	Used for user identification, ad personalization, and content recommendations.	Twitter	2 years
Facebook	sb	Security and advertising cookies that identify browsers, improve platform integrity, and deliver targeted ads.	Facebook	1 year
CloudFlare (t.co)	__cf_bm	Security cookie that manages traffic and filters malicious bots.	Cloudflare	30 minutes
Amazon CloudFront	CloudFront-Key-Pair-Id	Used to control access to restricted content and verify authenticity.	Amazon CloudFront	Varies by configuration
Amazon CloudFront	CloudFront-Policy	Used to control access to restricted content and verify authenticity.	Amazon CloudFront	Varies by configuration
Amazon CloudFront	CloudFront-Signature	Used to control access to restricted content and verify authenticity.	Amazon CloudFront	Varies by configuration
Google	SMSV	Used to link device usage and website visits to the user's Google account.	Google	309 days
Google	SOCS	Used to store the user's status regarding their cookie choices.	Google	13 months
Google	__Host-1PLSID	Used for user login via Google account.	Google	2 years
Google	__Host-3PLSID	Used for user login via Google account.	Google	2 years
Google	__Host-GAPS	Used for user login via Google account.	Google	2 years
Google Ads	Secure-1PAPISID	Used to create a visitor's interest profile and display relevant Google ads.	Google Ads	2 years
Google Ads	__Secure-1PSID	Used to display relevant and personalized Google ads.	Google Ads	2 years
Google Ads	Secure-1PSIDCC	Used to create a user profile and show relevant and personalized Google Ads.	Google Ads	1 year
Google	__Secure-1PSIDTS	Stores an encrypted timestamp to maintain user sessions and preserve user preferences.	Google	1 year
Google Ads	__Secure-3PAPISID	Used to create a visitor interest profile and display relevant Google ads.	Google Ads	2 years
Google Ads	Secure-3PSID	Used to display relevant and personalized Google ads.	Google Ads	2 years
Google Ads	Secure-3PSIDCC	Used to create a user profile and display relevant and personalized Google Ads.	Google Ads	1 year
Google	__Secure-3PSIDTS	Stores an encrypted timestamp to maintain user sessions and preserve user preferences.	Google	1 year
Facebook	_fbp	Security and advertising cookies that identify browsers, improve platform integrity, and deliver targeted ads.	Facebook	3 months
Google Analytics	_ga_F6BSWQWY45	Assigns a unique identifier to distinguish users.	Google Analytics	2 years
Google Analytics	_ga_S66E9HVXEC	Assigns a unique identifier to distinguish users.	Google Analytics	2 years
Google AdSense	_gcl_au	Stores and tracks ad conversions.	Google AdSense	3 months
TikTok	_tt_enable_cookie	Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.	TikTok	13 months
Own website	cookies-accept	Records the user’s acceptance of cookies.	Own website	Varies according to configuration
TikTok	odin_tt	Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.	TikTok	13 months
SendinBlue	sib_cuid	Identifies website visitors for marketing purposes.	SendinBlue	13 months
TikTok	user_web_id	Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.	TikTok	13 months
TikTok	user_web_token	Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.	TikTok	13 months

Provider

Cookie type

Use it

Expiration

Google

1P_JAR

Advertising cookie containing a unique randomly generated value to distinguish browsers and devices. Used to measure ad performance and provide product recommendations based on statistical data.

Google Adwords

1 month

Google

ANID

Advertising cookie with a unique randomly generated value to distinguish browsers and devices. Used for measuring ad performance and providing product recommendations.

Google Adwords

1 year

Google

CONSENT

Advertising cookie containing a unique randomly generated value to distinguish browsers and devices. Used for measuring ad performance and providing product recommendations.

Google Adwords

1 year

Google

APISID

Used by Google to store user preferences and information when displaying pages with Google Maps.

Google Maps

2 years

Google

HSID

Used by Google to store user preferences and information when displaying pages with Google Maps.

Google Maps

2 years

Google

NID

Used to display geographic locations on Google Maps.

Google Maps

6 months

Google

OGPC

Supports visualization of geographic locations using Google Maps.

Google Maps

2 months

Google

SAPISID

Used by Google to store user preferences and information when displaying pages with Google Maps.

Google Maps

2 years

Google

SID

Used by Google to store user preferences and information when displaying pages with Google Maps.

Google Maps

2 years

Google

SSID

Used by Google to store user preferences and information when displaying pages with Google Maps.

Google Maps

2 years

Google

SIDCC

Provides services and extracts anonymous browsing information.

Google

3 months

Google

_ga

Distinguish users for statistical purposes.

Google Analytics

2 years

Google

_gid

Distinguish users for statistical purposes.

Google Analytics

24 hours

Google

_gat

Used to limit the percentage of requests through Google Tag Manager.

Google Analytics

1 minute

CloudFlare

__cfduid

Identifies trusted web traffic.

CloudFlare

1 year

Facebook

fbsr_*

Helps identify users who log in with their Facebook account.

1 year

Google

ACCOUNT_CHOOSER

Authentication cookies that remember the Google account previously used to log in and maintain sessions.

Google Accounts

2 years

Google

AEC

Security cookie ensuring that requests during a session are made by the user, not other sites.

Google

6 months

DoubleClick (Google)

DSID

Advertising purpose. Helps identify the user on non-Google sites and remember if you agreed to receive interest-based ads.

Google DoubleClick

10 days

Google

Used for advertising and analytics purposes, linking user activity across devices.

Google

24 hours

DoubleClick (Google)

IDE

Advertising purpose. Used to improve and display relevant ads.

Google DoubleClick

1 year

Google

LSID

Authentication cookies that remember the Google account previously used to log in and maintain sessions.

Google Accounts

2 years

Google

OTZ

Used for advertising and analytics purposes, linking user activity across devices.

Google Analytics

1 month

Amazon Ads

ad-id

Advertising cookies that deliver relevant ads, measure performance, and manage privacy preferences.

Amazon Advertising

6 months

Amazon Ads

ad-privacy

Advertising cookies that deliver relevant ads, measure performance, and manage privacy preferences.

Amazon Advertising

2 years

DoubleClick (Google)

ar_debug

Cookie used to debug and optimize ad delivery.

Google DoubleClick

1 month

Facebook

datr

Security and advertising cookies that identify browsers, improve platform integrity, and deliver targeted ads.

Facebook

1 year

Twitter

guest_id

Used for user identification, ad personalization, and content recommendations.

Twitter

2 years

Twitter

guest_id_ads

Used for user identification, ad personalization, and content recommendations.

Twitter

2 years

Twitter

guest_id_marketing

Used for user identification, ad personalization, and content recommendations.

Twitter

2 years

Tiktok

_ttp

Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.

TikTok Analytics

3 months

Tiktok

tt_chain_token

Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.

TikTok

5 months

Tiktok

ttwid

Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.

TikTok

11 months

Twitter (t.co)

muc_ads

Used for user identification, ad personalization, and content recommendations.

Twitter

2 years

Twitter

personalization_id

Used for user identification, ad personalization, and content recommendations.

Twitter

2 years

Facebook

Security and advertising cookies that identify browsers, improve platform integrity, and deliver targeted ads.

Facebook

1 year

CloudFlare (t.co)

__cf_bm

Security cookie that manages traffic and filters malicious bots.

Cloudflare

30 minutes

Amazon CloudFront

CloudFront-Key-Pair-Id

Used to control access to restricted content and verify authenticity.

Amazon CloudFront

Varies by configuration

Amazon CloudFront

CloudFront-Policy

Used to control access to restricted content and verify authenticity.

Amazon CloudFront

Varies by configuration

Amazon CloudFront

CloudFront-Signature

Used to control access to restricted content and verify authenticity.

Amazon CloudFront

Varies by configuration

Google

SMSV

Used to link device usage and website visits to the user's Google account.

Google

309 days

Google

SOCS

Used to store the user's status regarding their cookie choices.

Google

13 months

Google

__Host-1PLSID

Used for user login via Google account.

Google

2 years

Google

__Host-3PLSID

Used for user login via Google account.

Google

2 years

Google

__Host-GAPS

Used for user login via Google account.

Google

2 years

Google Ads

Secure-1PAPISID

Used to create a visitor's interest profile and display relevant Google ads.

Google Ads

2 years

Google Ads

__Secure-1PSID

Used to display relevant and personalized Google ads.

Google Ads

2 years

Google Ads

Secure-1PSIDCC

Used to create a user profile and show relevant and personalized Google Ads.

Google Ads

1 year

Google

__Secure-1PSIDTS

Stores an encrypted timestamp to maintain user sessions and preserve user preferences.

Google

1 year

Google Ads

__Secure-3PAPISID

Used to create a visitor interest profile and display relevant Google ads.

Google Ads

2 years

Google Ads

Secure-3PSID

Used to display relevant and personalized Google ads.

Google Ads

2 years

Google Ads

Secure-3PSIDCC

Used to create a user profile and display relevant and personalized Google Ads.

Google Ads

1 year

Google

__Secure-3PSIDTS

Stores an encrypted timestamp to maintain user sessions and preserve user preferences.

Google

1 year

Facebook

_fbp

Security and advertising cookies that identify browsers, improve platform integrity, and deliver targeted ads.

Facebook

3 months

Google Analytics

_ga_F6BSWQWY45

Assigns a unique identifier to distinguish users.

Google Analytics

2 years

Google Analytics

_ga_S66E9HVXEC

Assigns a unique identifier to distinguish users.

Google Analytics

2 years

Google AdSense

_gcl_au

Stores and tracks ad conversions.

Google AdSense

3 months

TikTok

_tt_enable_cookie

Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.

TikTok

13 months

Own website

cookies-accept

Records the user’s acceptance of cookies.

Own website

Varies according to configuration

TikTok

odin_tt

Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.

TikTok

13 months

SendinBlue

sib_cuid

Identifies website visitors for marketing purposes.

SendinBlue

13 months

TikTok

user_web_id

Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.

TikTok

13 months

TikTok

user_web_token

Tracking and analytics cookies used to measure ad performance, track behavior, and authenticate users.

TikTok

13 months

Our guide for advanced skiers and snowboarders

Content

1 How can you improve your skiing or snowboarding technique?

2 What are the best ski resorts for advanced skiers and snowboarders?

2.1 Best ski resorts for advanced skiers and snowboarders in Europe:

3 And what are the biggest ski resorts?

3.1 The largest ski resorts in Europe:

4 What equipment should you bring if you're an expert on the slopes?

If it is not the first time that you are going to ski and you are one of those who as soon as you arrive at a ski resort you start to warm up on a red slope, you have come to the right place.

Welcome to the ski guide you have been waiting for: The Guide for advanced skiers and snowboarders.

Surely you will need some advice and you probably know most ski resorts really well and you could even ski down them with your eyes closed! So, what we're going to share with you here are some secrets that you surely did not know and some advice about the ski and snowboard equipment.

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How can you improve your skiing or snowboarding technique?

If you are reading this, it is very likely that you are an advanced skier or snowboarder and feel that there's nothing new to learn. You're wrong! There's always something new to learn.

Most skiers and snowboarders, when they reach a fairly high level, think that it is the highest level they can aspire to. And if you go on a ski holiday a few times throughout the ski season, you're surely partly right if you already enjoy skiing as an amateur.

But if you are a regular at the ski resorts, you are surely looking to go one step further because there is always room for improvement. Hitting the slopes frequently is also a good way to get ski fit and avoid future injuries.

For this reason, the best way to improve your technique is in the hands of a professional, that is, any qualified teacher who is in the many Ski Schools that are in the resorts.

In fact, with Esquiades.com you can book ski and snowboard lessons with qualified teachers and add this service during the booking process in most ski resorts. Whatever your ski destination, a teacher may be the best way to continue getting to know the ski resort as they will show you hidden corners and secrets of the ski area (don't forget that they spend more time on the slopes than you do).

In addition, the instructor will give you advice on the equipment and whether or not you should change or renew it.

What are the best ski resorts for advanced skiers and snowboarders?

Here we are going to reveal the best ski resorts if what you are looking for are incredible slopes, off- slope tracks and the odd entertaining black slopes.

Best ski resorts for advanced skiers and snowboarders in Europe:

❄ Ordino Arcalís: The northernmost resort in Andorra and known as “the Andorran fridge” has the best slopes for advanced skiers and the most amazing freeride routes. If you've been there, you'll agree that it's a true freeride paradise. It even has a specific area to practice this form of skiing.

❄ Boí Taüll: This resort located in the Catalan Pyrenees has several red and black runs that take your breath away. In fact, most of the slopes here are red and black. In addition, it is located on the north face of the mountain so the snow is always in perfect condition.

❄ Baqueira Beret: One of the most famous and exclusive ski resorts on the peninsula. There are plenty of red slopes and off- slope routes, so if you like adrenaline, this resort is what you are looking for.

❄ Candanchú: This ski resort located in the Spanish Pyrenees is known for its views and for the steepness of several slopes. The Tubo Tuca II slope stands out with a 52% incline and the well-known off- slope slope called “La Zapatilla”, is widely considered the steepest slope in Spain with points that reach 65% unevenness.

❄ Grand Tourmalet & La Mongie: Although almost all the slopes are blue (ideal for intermediates rather than advanced), it has an incredible freeride area. This is the Pic du Midi de Bigorre, from which you can do some amazing off-slopes to the town of La Mongie (we always recommend doing it with mountain guides).

❄ Val d'Isere : Almost all its slopes are red, so you can test your technique in the hundreds of skiable kilometres it has. In fact, it connects to Tignes so you can ski over 300 kilometres. On the other hand, in Val d'Isere you can feel like a true world champion when sliding down the slope where the “Stade Olympique” World Cup is held.

❄ Chamonix: The cradle of modern mountaineering and one of the quintessential freeride areas in the world. It has numerous red and black runs. In addition, you can enjoy a unique experience if you do the crossing of “La Mer de Glace” ... We assure you that you will not regret it.

❄ Arosa Lenzerheide: This is one of the best rated ski resorts in the world and almost half of all its slopes are red. In addition, it also has an alpine skiing World Cup track, the black "Weltcup & Trainingsstrecke".

And what are the biggest ski resorts?

Now that you know the most difficult ski resorts for expert and advanced skiers and snowboarders, we are going to show you the largest ski resorts where you can ski for days without having the repeat a single slope!

The largest ski resorts in Europe:

❄ Grandvalira: The Andorran ski resort is known for being the largest in the south of Europe. Its 210 skiable km and 64 ski lifts make it one of the favourite ski destinations for many Europeans. It has ski areas for all tastes. From Pas de la Casa, for advanced skiers like Canillo for more beginner skiers.

❄ Formigal-Panticosa: With a single ski pass you can access the largest ski area in Aragon (north of Spain). The 2 ski resorts add a total of 180 skiable km, with slopes for all levels and even several off- slope areas. In addition, in the Portalet ski area you will find a free ratrack machine that will take you to several incredible freeride slopes such as Cueva, Losa or Infierno.

❄ Sierra Nevada: They say that it is the sunniest ski resort in Spain. Its usually open from the end of November to May as it's located in the south of Spain and reaches 3,300 meters. It has 110 skiable km in total.

❄ Les Les 3 Vallées: It is one of the largest ski areas in the world and is made up of several connected ski resorts. It has 172 lifts, 318 slopes and 600 skiable kilometres. Almost nothing! If you want to spend at least a week skiing and not repeat absolutely any slopes, this is your ski destination. Enjoy the incredible views from Val Thorens or pamper yourself in the luxurious shops of Courchevel.

❄ La Rosière: Ski in two different countries with the same pass. Improve your technique on the French side on the many blue slopes or go skiing in Italy on the steep red slopes. Discover all the emotions that this ski area offers you through the 152 skiable km.

❄Le Grand Massif: An unknown ski area for many but that stands up to other better-known ski resorts in the Alps. There are 5 connected ski resorts (Flaine, Les Carroz, Morillon, Samoens and Sixt) and that add up to a total of 265 skiable km. Discover its less crowded slopes and forget about the queues at the ski lifts.

❄ Les 4 Vallées: Another ski gem in Europe. This great ski area is located in Switzerland, very close to France, and is well known for the exclusivity of its slopes. There's a total of 400 skiable km thanks to the union of the Verbier, Nendaz, Veysonnaz, Thyon and La Tzoumaz resorts.

❄ St. Moritz: Switzerland's most luxurious ski resort is also one of the largest in the country. It has 163 skiable km and most of its slopes are red and blue.

What equipment should you bring if you're an expert on the slopes?

Surely, if you are already an advanced skier or snowboarder, you already have your own equipment and you will not need to rent in the shops of the resort.

However, sometimes there are times when you may not be travelling with your own ski and snowboard gear and need to rent it on location.

In most shops and ski resorts, there are 3 categories available: gold, silver and bronze. Your intuition will tell you that as you are an expert, you will need the gold range ... But that isn't necessarily true.

In fact, even if you are an expert skier or if you have a very advanced level, some bronze skis or boots will work just as well as any other range of equipment. In fact, the different categories that exist are usually very similar and what really changes is how old it actually is. For example, a gold range equipment will be almost new, while a bronze range is more likely to be about 2-3 years old.

And now that you have all the information you need, it's time to start planning your next ski holiday with Esquiades.com!