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The evolution of a World Championship venue
The evolution of a World Championship venue

The dense fog on top of the pass hung over the border crossing as night settled. A bright spotlight illuminated passengers in the small van as the border control agent matched passport photos with faces. “Whitcomb, Matt. Casey, Pat. Stephen, Liz, …”

Our passports disappeared with the agent into the small hut. A few minutes later,

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SloveniaGarrott KuzzySeptember 19, 2022World Cup, Culture
New Trips Announcement:  2023 Planica Nordic World Championships
New Trips Announcement: 2023 Planica Nordic World Championships

We are thrilled to announce two trips to the 2023 Nordic World Championships in Planica, Slovenia. After several years without trips to international competitions, we are back at it this winter.

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SloveniaLauren HonicanAugust 18, 2022World Cup
Zirbenschnaps
Zirbenschnaps

They say “skiers are made in the summer.” It turns out, Zirbenschnaps is also made in the summer. This special Tyrolean beverage is a Lumi guest favorite on the ski trails in the winter.

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AustriaGarrott KuzzyAugust 4, 2022Trip Leader, Food, Culture
Sentiments for Seiser Alm
Sentiments for Seiser Alm

“One of my favorite places to ski on earth.” - Olympic Gold Medalist Jessie Diggins about Seiser “Awesome”

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Austria, ItalyLauren HonicanJuly 28, 2022Self-Guided
Tour de France … on skis!
Tour de France … on skis!

Following the Tour de France this July brings back fond memories of the first Lumi Experiences trip to France last winter.

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FranceLauren HonicanJuly 8, 2022Worldloppet
A Change in Perspective
A Change in Perspective

When you travel to a new place, where do you like to go? What do you like to do?

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Lauren HonicanJune 30, 2022Trip Leader
The ski season continues!
The ski season continues!

I met up with Matt Liebsch and the Pioneer Midwest staff in Ramsau, Austria last weekend.

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AustriaLauren HonicanJune 2, 2022Sight-Skiing, Culture
MARCIALONGA - 50th Anniversary Event
MARCIALONGA - 50th Anniversary Event

Last Chance! Guaranteed entry in the Marcialonga until May 31

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ItalyLauren HonicanMay 19, 2022Worldloppet
Love for Slovenia
Love for Slovenia

With craggy dolomite spires in the Julian Alps, alpine waters of Lake Bled and fresh seafood dishes, Slovenia offers a sampling of the best each of its bordering countries has to offer.

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SloveniaLauren HonicanApril 22, 2022World Cup, Culture
The Perfect Pair
The Perfect Pair

As you put storage wax on your skis this spring, have you ever wondered how skis are actually made?

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AustriaGarrott KuzzyApril 21, 2022Altenmarkt, AustriaSight-Skiing, Culture
A Tale of Two Birkies
A Tale of Two Birkies

Most Birkie skiers are familiar with the legendary story of the original Norwegian Birkebeiners… But what is the Norwegian Birkebeiner like today?

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NorwayLauren HonicanApril 9, 2022Worldloppet, Culture
No Fooling
No Fooling

This weekend is your last chance to save $300 / person on all 2023 Lumi Experiences Cross Country Ski Vacations. Reach out by this Sunday, April 3 to get signed up and save big!

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Lauren HonicanMarch 31, 2022Overview of Trips
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