A number of Irish tour operators feature Austria in their brochure. Best known would be Topflight (01 679 9177), which has an extensive Austrian programme, from Belfast and Dublin. Ski McNeill (1800 409495) will tailor a weekend package to Austria from Dublin, Cork or Belfast, and Crystal Holidays (01 670 8444) also do chalet holidays in Austria and Inghams (01) 661 1377. All skiing holidays can also be booked through your local travel agent.
Ski Club of Ireland, for lessons, (01) 295 5658.
This weekend the Irish Skiing Championships are taking place a Kilternan, if you would like to get a feel for the sport.