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SnowsBest Women’s Heli Skiing Week

Ladies, it’s time to swap the mundane for the mountainous and elevate your ski game, literally. SnowsBest has teamed up with Travelplan Ski Holidays to present the Women’s Heli Skiing Week (AKA your new fave week ever), scheduled for March 31 to April 5, 2026.

But this isn’t your average ski trip, it’s more of a high-flying, powder-chasing adventure designed exclusively for 29 women who are ready to conquer Canada’s backcountry and indulge in some serious après-ski camaraderie (sign us the hell up).

You’ll be whisked away by a helicopter to untouched slopes of the Monashees Mountains where the only tracks will be the ones you and your fellow shredders carve. Whether you’re a seasoned powder hound or a confident intermediate skier looking to up your game, this trip is tailored to suit your skills and thirst for adventure.

It’s not just about the skiing though. This week is a celebration of female empowerment in the great outdoors. You’ll be surrounded by like-minded women (including SnowsBest.com founder Rachael Oakes-Ash) who share your passion for the mountains, creating an environment that’s as supportive as it is exhilarating. And let’s not forget the après-ski sessions where stories of the day’s triumphs (and tumbles) are shared over a well-deserved glass of wine.

Safety is paramount, and you’ll be guided by experienced professionals who know the terrain like the back of their hand. They’ll ensure you’re not only having the time of your life but doing so with the utmost regard for safety and environmental stewardship.

So, if you’re ready to take your skiing to new heights and forge unforgettable memories with a tribe of adventurous women, the Women’s Heli Skiing Week is calling your name. Dust off your gear, practice your powder turns, and prepare for a week that’s bound to be super empowering.

DATALAND

Los Angeles, prepare to have your minds blown and your retinas dazzled; DATALAND is coming. Opening in 2025 at The Grand LA, this isn’t a museum where you shuffle past oil paintings and nod thoughtfully while trying to figure out how people actually make sense of this stuff.

No, DATALAND is an electrified fever dream of human imagination fused with the wild possibilities of artificial intelligence. It’s the world’s first Museum of AI Arts, and it’s here to make your neural circuits do cartwheels (in a terrifying but secretly excited for all of this tech pioneering kinda way).

Brought to life by the digital sorcerer himself, Refik Anadol, and his partner in creative genius, Efsun Erkılıç, DATALAND is a swirling, data-driven utopia. Expect immersive experiences, mind-bending visuals, possibly an existential crisis about what it means to be human, and AI-generated wonders that will make you question reality.

This place is a playground where technology, creativity, and big ideas collide. With AI as your co-pilot, you’ll dive into massive datasets transformed into hypnotic digital tapestries, proving once and for all that math can be sexy.

Los Angeles has always been a city of dreamers, and now, those dreams are powered by algorithms. So, whether you’re an art geek, a tech nerd, someone who loves a good light show or anyone with a functioning pair of eyeballs, DATALAND is about to hijack your imagination in the best way possible.

Visit the world’s first Museum of BBQ

Kansas City, prepare your napkins because things are about to get gloriously messy; the Museum of BBQ is setting up shop in Crown Center. Officially opening in Spring 2025 (but figuratively open in our stomachs from right now), the world’s first shrine to smoked meats, saucy secrets, and pitmaster wizardry is coming to town, and it’s bringing all the sizzle.

Founded by barbecue aficionado Jonathan Bender (an Emmy-winning storyteller with a well-trained palate) and chef/butcher extraordinaire Alex Pope, this museum isn’t just a history lesson; it’s a full-on flavour experience. You’ll follow storytelling trails through the 4,223-square-foot space, exploring the essential BBQ elements: Meat, Rub/Spice, Wood, Fire, Smoke, and Sauce. It’s basically the periodic table for carnivores.

And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better – boom – regional rivalry enters the chat. Wander through the Carolinas, Memphis, Texas, and, of course, Kansas City, to see how each locale smokes, slathers, and serves its barbecue. You can even take a pit stop in an oversized crock of barbecued beans, because why the hell not?

You won’t even walk out empty-handed. The gift shop will be slinging regional sauces, rubs, and BBQ swag, so you can take a little smoke home with you. Plus, a tiny, whimsical preview version of the museum is already waiting at Crown Center for those too impatient to wait for the real deal.

So, fire up your excitement, KC. The Museum of BBQ is coming, and it’s bringing the meat sweats with it.

Float into the stratosphere with Zephalto

You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to figure out how to get into space – Zephalto’s done it for you. But you do have to have a looooot of money (we’re talking AU$280,000 per flight kinda money).

Founded by a bunch of forward-thinking folks who decided, “Hey, why not ditch the traditional spacesuit and board a glorified hot air balloon for a stratospheric adventure?”, this company is all about making space travel more accessible (for the wealthy), but with a twist of elegance and a dash of whimsy.

Forget the claustrophobic cabin of a spaceship. Zephalto’s Celeste experience lets you gently float to the edge of space, sipping champagne while the Earth shrinks beneath you.

Like, imagine casually gliding up to 25 kilometres above the Earth for a second, and marvelling at a view so stunning that even your Instagram feed will look weak in comparison. Other people have to spend years in school to learn how to do this stuff, and all you have to do is sell a kidney.

The view is like your own personal Instagram filter, but better because it’s real. You’ll feel weightless, see the curvature of the Earth, and come back with a story so epic that it’ll make your friends’ overseas holidays look like a weekend getaway spent camping.

Zephalto’s Celeste isn’t just for thrill-seekers; it’s for anyone who wants a taste of space with none of the rocket-fuelled chaos. So, why not ditch the regular skydiving and try the ultimate high? The only thing more ridiculous than the idea is how amazing it actually is.

Coral Gardeners launch new project in Thailand

Our good friends over at Coral Gardeners are diving headfirst into their biggest restoration mission yet, and this time, it’s in the stunning turquoise waters of Thailand. Recently launched, this dual-island project will see Koh Mak and Koh Kood get the VIP coral treatment, with thousands of baby corals already flexing their tiny polyps, ready to rebuild what has been lost.

But let’s talk about the real heroes here: an all-star team of eight trained Thai gardeners who will be getting their hands (and fins) dirty to restore reefs that have been through some serious battles – think dynamite and chemical fishing (yikes).

But with those destructive days firmly in the past, Coral Gardeners are rolling up their wetsuits to give these reefs the second chance they deserve (big yay).

So, what’s the plan? We’re sooo glad you asked. A network of nursery and restoration sites have been created, where these oceanic underdogs will grow, thrive, and hopefully throw the most spectacular underwater comeback party the Gulf of Thailand has ever seen (we want an invite asap).

Climate change may be the ocean’s toughest opponent, but if anyone can fight back with hope, science, and a splash of pure passion – it’s these coral crusaders. So, if you’ve ever dreamed of being part of a real-life ocean rescue mission, now’s your chance to support this fantastic organisation as they turn the tides in Thailand.

Party it up on a real life submarine

Fancy throwing a party where the guest list includes 120 of your closest friends and a few curious fish (and maybe a whale or two)? This is where U-Boat Worx’s UWEP comes in; the underwater entertainment platform that’s here to make your wildest aquatic party dreams come true.

This 115 foot marvel offers a whopping 1,600 square feet of customisable space, perfect for whatever celebration you’ve got coming up. It also boasts Michelin-starred underwater dining. A casino where the stakes are as deep as the ocean. A wedding venue that guarantees no on will object, mainly because everyone’ll be too busy gawking at the marine life, but that’s besides the point.

And just when you thought there couldn’t possibly be more, of course there is. The UWEP isn’t just about looking good; it’s got the stamina to match thanks to its 1,200kWh battery system. Which means the party can last for up to 18 hours at depths of 150 metres (mind = blown).

But you don’t have to spend all of your time under the water’s surface, as this submarine/coolest-thing-we’ve-ever-seen comes with an 85-square-metre sundeck (complete with safety railings), so you can catch the golden rays of sunset before diving back into the deep blue.

Travel to Japan for cherry blossom season

You, a flurry of pink petals, and landscapes so breathtaking they look straight out of your fav anime; that’s Japan during cherry blossom season. But cherry blossom season isn’t just a time of the year, it’s a whole mood. And if you want to experience it without elbowing through crowds in Kyoto, Shizuoka is the place to be.

Just a 45-minute bullet train ride from Tokyo, Shizuoka’s cherry blossoms are serious overachievers, blooming before the rest of the country’s blossoms even wake up. But where exactly is the best place to see ‘em?

There’s the Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival in February, where the vibrant pink beauties last longer than your average cherry blossom, making them the ultimate floral flex (and the festival one of the best places to see them). You can wander along the river, soak in the view, and bask in that early-blooming glory.

But if you want even more exclusivity, the Atami Cherry Blossom Festival kicks off in late January – yes January- so you can claim those Insta-worthy shots before the masses start planning their trips. Delicate blossoms line the Itokawa River like nature’s VIP section; trust us, you don’t want to miss it.

And for the grand finale, the Minami-Izu Cherry Blossom and Rapeseed Flower Festival throws in a sea of bright yellow rapeseed flowers alongside the pink sakura. It’s a full on colour explosion, running from early February to March.

So, book your trip, grab a matcha latte, and the let the petals work their magic.

Play Among Us in Melbourne

Remember that game everyone was playing back in 2020 when we were all stuck inside? The one where you pretend to be a killer while doing fake tasks in the hopes that everyone you’re playing against isn’t going to figure out you’re the one murdering people?

Well, Saboteurs has brought the Among Us game to Melbourne so you can dramatically accuse your friends of treachery while running around a space station IRL (finally).

This live-action game brings all the deception, sabotage, and betrayal of the online sensation into a real-world setting in the heart of Docklands. You and your mates will don colourful spacesuits, take on the roles of either a loyal crew member or a dastardly imposter, and do your best to keep the station running (or systematically pick off your so-called friends one by one).

With multiple game modes catering to different levels of bravery – like the foggy, panic-inducing Dark Map or the extended Moon Fall experience with post game drinks – Saboteurs is the perfect mix of strategy, chaos, and unfiltered distrust.

Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, wrangling co-workers for team bonding, or just in the mood for some lighthearted betrayal, this is one game night you won’t forget. And that’s a promise.

Silent disco in some incredible places

We’re not going to sugarcoat this: silent discos are a vibe. They’re the perfect mix of low-key coolness and ‘I’ll do my own thing’ rebellion. You can say goodbye to thumping bass shaking your very core; these parties let you DJ your way with headphones that pump tunes straight into your ears. No one else can hear the beat, but you’re all dancing like it’s 1999 – in complete silence. Okay, it’s waaaay more fun than it sounds.

Now, let’s talk about where these silent discos happen because that’s the real incentive to buy tickets. From shakin’ it inside the Melbourne Museum (Nocturnal, happening on Thurs 13th Feb) to bopping to the beat in St Edmundsbury Cathedral, silent discos in incredible places have popped up in the wildest, most beautiful spots across the globe.
Each disco even has an era – think 80s, 90s, and the 00s (put Britney on stat). Seriously, these discos are the coolest way to party these days because 1) you don’t need to worry about losing your voice, and 2) you don’t need to worry about looking silly because guess what? You can’t hear yourself, and no one else can hear you either. It’s totally a win/win.

And, if we could just lean into our knowledge of the 00s here for a second, you can act like Hannah Montana with the best of both worlds: the magic of some seriously epic locations and the freedom to dance like nobody’s watching. Which, let’s face it, is usually for the best.

Stay at the Little Valley ‘Summerhouse’

Tucked away in the wild side of the Hunter Valley—Wollombi Valley, to be precise—there’s a new off-grid retreat that’s equal parts chic and rustic.

Welcome to the Little Valley ‘Summerhouse’, a place where your biggest dilemma will be deciding between sipping wine on the breezy deck or befriending the alpacas (pro tip: they love a selfie).

Designed by architect Matt Elkan and lovingly built by Euan Wilcox over two years (because great things take time), this modern timber sanctuary is like stepping into an issue of Architectural Digest, but with more wildlife and fewer staged coffee table books.

This place is full of cool things to stare at, including a breezeway that opens onto a picturesque pond, where the fish are happy, the wallaroos are watching, and you, well, you’re just living your best life.

But this isn’t some mass-produced luxury box. No, no. It’s an authentic, off-grid haven powered by sustainability and wrapped in serious comfort; think a French cast-iron fireplace, 100% alpaca wool duvets (because of course), and floor-to-ceiling windows that make you feel like you’re starring in your own nature documentary.

Only an hour from Sydney’s outskirts, this 50-acre slice of paradise is where quiet luxury meets rugged charm. Book a stay, breathe in the fresh air, and prepare for a little wilderness with your wine.

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