News from Amped

Japan’s rail network does the heavy lifting on a snow holiday. Here are our tips on seats, luggage and Ekiben, plus how AMPED books the whole journey before you fly.

Christmas and New Year look completely different depending on which Japan ski resort you choose. Here’s what to expect at Hakuba, Shizukuishi, Appi Kogen and Niseko.

Planning a family snow holiday over the school holidays? These five best-value Canada destinations are quick to reach, family-friendly and worth the trip. See where to go.

Planning a family snow holiday over the summer school holidays? These five best-value Japan destinations are quick to reach, family-friendly and worth the trip. See where to go.

Air New Zealand has redesigned every 787-9 cabin and launched Economy Skynest, lie-flat sleep pods. Here’s what’s new in each class, and how it works.

Nara’s 118-year-old prison has reopened as a museum on freedom and justice. Here’s what’s inside, and how to fit it into a Kansai-based Japan snow holiday.

Hoshino Resorts’ new KAI Kusatsu ryokan opened in June 2026 with a private tunnel into Kusatsu Onsen town. Here’s what’s inside, and how it pairs with a Nagano snow holiday.

DIY or specialist? An honest look at booking your own snow holiday versus using a ski travel specialist like AMPED, and what it actually costs you either way.

Flying through Vancouver on the way to the snow? Here’s how to turn the layover into a proper winter city stopover, either side of your snow holiday.