Welcome to the Lumi Experiences blog, where we share stories and tips related to our trips. It’s more than just a collection of stories though. Scroll through the posts or click the dropdown menus below to search by country, topic, and year for updates about upcoming trips, travel tips or just to check out the photos. Enjoy!
Forget traditional Halloween candy—European ski trails offer the ultimate trailside treats! Take a culinary tour across Norway, Italy, Sweden, and beyond to see how local food, rich culture, and world-class cross-country skiing combine for an unforgettable winter adventure.
Read MorePlanning an international cross-country ski trip but unsure how to get your equipment across the globe? From packing tips for soft bags versus hard-shell Sportubes to navigating European airports, trains, and taxis with oversized luggage, discover expert travel advice to make flying and traveling with your Nordic skis completely seamless this winter.
Read MoreLong-time Lumi guest Gunnar Knapp shares his experiences from skiing the 2026 Engadin Ski Marathon in Switzerland. As part of a Lumi Experiences trip, he not only explored the Engadin Valley but also completed his tenth Worldloppet, earning the prestigious Worldloppet Master Diploma and gold medal. His journal captures both the beauty of the region and the joy of skiing the iconic Engadin course.
Read MoreLumi skiers enjoyed a memorable season exploring scenic trails in Switzerland and Norway, highlighted by the Engadin Worldloppet and excellent conditions from Sjusjøen to Oslo. With legendary Nordic races like the Birken and Vasaloppet ahead, Lumi is already preparing exciting trips for the 2027 season.
Read MoreGet Halloween costume inspiration from the ski trails! From goofy race-day outfits to creative spectator looks, discover fun cross-country skiing costume ideas.
Read MoreDiscover France’s Jura with locals who know every trail. On Lumi’s French Jura trip, bilingual trip leaders Annette and Adele unlock hidden mountain huts, insider access to the Transjurassienne, and bonus experiences like biathlon at Les Tuffes—plus tastings of Comté and Mont d’Or. Base yourself in charming Les Rousses and explore world-class skiing, culture, and cuisine in one unforgettable week.
Read MoreGreetings from Norway where cross-country skiing is the national sport and they say kids are born with skis on their feet: “født med ski på beina.” In the midst of Lumi’s peak trip season, with the Trondheim World Championships wrapped up and the Norway-Birken trip kicking off this week, I’m excited to share some photo highlights from Lumi’s March trips to Norway, Slovenia and Seefeld & Engadin.
Read MoreLumi Experiences trips for the 2025 cross-country ski season are nearly full or already sold out. If you're interested in a Lumi ski trip for the winter ahead, there are just one or two rooms left on a handful of trips – see the trips below and reach out to secure your spot while there is still space: info@lumiexperiences.com This is the last chance to sign up for a 2025 Lumi trip!
Read MoreIf you’re getting excited for the ski season ahead like me, would you also like to enjoy a cozy fondue meal with friends at a trailside restaurant? Skiing and fondue are both possible on Lumi’s France-Transju and Seefeld & Engadin trips, plus we already have reservations at our favorite fondue spots! Bookings for these trips will close soon. Reach out by Friday, November 1 to see an itinerary and save your spot: info@lumiexperiences.com.
Read MoreWe’re excited to announce our continued partnership with the Worldloppet international ski marathon series as an official tour operator. To celebrate, we’re giving away a trip for two on the 2023 Seefeld & Engadin trip. Sign up for the Lumi and Worldloppet Newsletters by December 15th for a chance to win!
Read MoreThe BIKE Transalp is one of the original mountain bike stage races -- 7 days of riding across the Alps from Austria, through Switzerland and finishing in Italy. Each day consists of around 60 miles of riding and 10,000 feet of climbing (the Chequamegon Fat Tire is 40 miles with “just” 2,000 feet of climbing). Don’t worry though, I wasn’t actually crazy enough to attempt all 7 days.
Photo: TVB Tiroler Oberland Nauders © Klaus Listl
After a long night of rain, the clouds parted this morning to reveal snow covering the Nordkette mountain range overlooking Innsbruck, Austria today. This was just one of the sure signs of fall this past week. You can visit Seefeld and Innsbruck this winter on the 2022 Lumi Experiences Seefeld & Engadin trip!
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