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25.01.2022 SKI #ZAKOPANE Popular world-wide for its Nordic skiing! Zakopane, Poland's premier ski resort is located 120 kilometres south of Krakow, near the Slovak boarder and on the edge of the famous Tatra Mountains. The ski slopes are 3 kilometres from the town centre and are connected by a local bus service. The downhill ski area is the best in Poland and the resort features numerous cross-country skiing trails, a winter stadium and hosts the World Cup ski-jumps-event each year. Th...e largest vertical drop is 929 meters and the total length of slopes is 30 kilometers. Advanced skiers can also ski Bukowina Tatrzanska, a traditional highlander village in the Tatra Mountains. Regular buses operate across the mountains to Lysa Polana in Slovakia. The best skiing can be found on the mountain Kasprowy Wierch 1985 metres up. To reach the top you will have to take the cable car, which was built in 1936 and it is divided in two parts. The first part takes you up to an altitude of 1350 metres and the second part takes you to the way to the top. Once here you have the choice between two long slopes for your trip back down this beautiful mountain. Excellent skiing conditions can be also found on Polana Szymoszkowa, next to the Orbis-Kasprowy Hotel. There are artificial snow making systems here as well as a chairlift that will take skiers to the top of Gubaówka ridge. Another popular place is Nosal, also with artificial snow making systems and offers a dozen or so T-bar lifts as well as a chairlift. Beginners can learn to ski on the well-known Koziniec, which has plenty of nursery slopes.

25.01.2022 SKI #Jasna the largest and most serviced ski resort in Slovakia This Beautiful resort is situated in the Low Tatras and is ranked among the most popular and largest winter sports resorts in Slovakia. The nearest international airport is in Krakow, 200 kilometres away, which Sky Europe flys directly into and is then linked by mountain railway . In Jasna the skiing is on the northern and southern slopes of the second highest mountain Chopok 2024 metres up and has very good cond...itions for off-piste skiing. All lovers of extreme sports and wild rides will get a thrill out of Jasna's five freeride zones, three on the north side and two on the south side, as well as an excellent snowboard park for adrenaline maniacs and fans of refined technique with free access during the whole winter season for snowboarders as well as skiers. The Jasna burton snowboard park is the biggest and it´s design and arrangement of the obstacles make it the best in Slovakia. Recent investment in new chair lifts, electronic ticketing systems and in-resort facilities, has classified Jasna as a 5 star tourist resort with international significance. Jasna also boasts gorgeous terrain for downhill skiing, as well as a number of cross-country skiing tracks with different difficulty levels. Downhill runs with artificial snow and night skiing are an also indispensable part of the winter sports curriculum and the ski-alpinists can also practise their hobby here. This mountain paradise in Slovakia's Low Tatras is sure to offer you an unforgettable skiing or snowboarding holiday.

22.01.2022 Accommodation in Bulgaria: The resorts in Bulgaria combine fantastic modern ski facilities with a traditional charm throughout the villages. The accommodation is of a very good standard yet is still very affordable. Bansko has a number of 4 star hotels and two 5 star hotels with superb facilities. Borovets has a number of 3 and 4 star hotels, plus a couple of catered chalets and apartments. Pamporovo has a selection of 3, 4 and 5 star hotels and some apartments to choose from... as well. Nightlife in Bulgaria: If you are new to the idea of skiing, Bulgaria is an excellent choice of destination as it will not break the bank! All three of our resorts offer excellent bars and restaurants for you to unwind in at the end of a hard day on the piste. For those that want to brush up more on their dance technique than their bumps technique there are also plenty of opportunities long into the night!

21.01.2022 SKI #SPINDLERUVMLYN The Czech Republic's largest and most popular ski resort This is the largest resort in the Czech Republic, located just 2.5 hours north of Prague in the heart of the Krkonose the 'Giant Mountains'. The two major ski areas are Svaty Petr (Saint Peter) and Medvedin, situated on each side of the village approximately 1.5 kilometres apart. Free ski shuttle buses connect the two ski areas. The top elevation is 1457 meters and the largest vertical drop is 495 me...ters. You will find excellent skiing for intermediates and beginners as well as many important world sporting events including the European Cup. You will also find in Spindleruv Mlyn a lot of restaurants, ski and snowboard schools, indoor swimming pools, bowling, bobsleigh track, discos and daily night skiing on the ski slope Hromovka with a new and faster four-chair cableway.

21.01.2022 Keep Calm and Ski Innsbruck ! We have a huge range of accommodation from 3-5 star to suit any budget! Let us put a package together for you. Call us today on (07) 5630 0273 or email [email protected] to book your next ski holiday.

19.01.2022 #SKI #Slovenia There is no shortage of ski resorts in Europe, however if you want to get off the beaten track and find something a little different, why not head to Slovenia. When it comes to value for money, Slovenia fares extremely well. Prices are significantly cheaper than its close neighbours France, Italy and Switzerland, which means you really do get a great deal. Hotel accommodation is excellent, food and drink high quality and ski passes and equipment also excellent... value. In short, you don't have to break the bank this year if you want to go skiing. The main resort in Slovenia is the picturesque town of Kranjska Gora which lies at the bottom of the Julien Alps that separate Slovenia from Italy. A relatively small town it offers good accommodation, uncrowded slopes and plenty of welcoming faces. Better still, it is only a short transfer from Ljubljana airport meaning that if you are arrive early you can hit the slopes by lunchtime. The season lasts from November to April and the resort is snow-sure, which means you can relax in the knowledge that there should be plenty of the white stuff around for you to enjoy. Just up the road lies the unforgettable village of Bled, offering skiing on its own slopes as well as easy access to other ski areas. An ideal resort for beginners or first time skiers, Bled is famous for its stunning lake with a picturesque church on an island in the centre. Its ski slopes face the lake and offer breathtaking views. The lift pass for Bled also covers the nearby resorts of Kobla, Vogel and Straza hugely increasing the amount of ski area and all offering excellent English speaking tuition. If you want to mix your ski holiday with a bit of exploring, Slovenia isn't short on things to do. Day trips across the border into Italy are popular, as well as sightseeing trips to many of Slovenia's top tourist destinations such as the Postojna caves.

18.01.2022 #ski #Innsbruck Fantastic skiing and an exceptional cultural experience awaits you in Innsbruck Chosen as the site of the 1964 and 1976 Winter Olympic Games, Innsbruck considers skiing part of its city's life, and is one of the few resorts in Europe with a snow guarantee. Free buses shuttle you from downtown to the nearby ski areas. Innsbruck's largest vertical drop is a whopping 2175 meters and top elevation 3210 meters! With 290 kilometers of slopes you will defiantly not r...un out of space to ski! Among them Igls and Mutters will appeal to the novice and intermediate skiers with long, wide-open trails; Patscherkofel at 7,490 feet and Hafelekar, reached by a series of lifts at the edge of town will offer steep, challenging runs for the more advanced skiers. There are also several snowboard parks in the area including one at Axamer Lizum with half-pipes and natural jumps and one at the Stubai Glacier with a half-pipe, jumps, and a snowboard racecourse. Over 800 years old, this Tyrolian capital displays its historic treasures for all to see. A walk through its streets will take you by the famous Golden Roof, the Ambras Castle, imperial palaces, theatres, opera houses, museums, and much more. Combined with the spectacular natural beauty surrounding it, Innsbruck is hard to beat.

18.01.2022 #SKI #PasdelaCasa Predominantly French influenced Pas de la Casa is Andorra's largest ski resort Pas de la Casa is a lively purpose-built resort situated on the French border at the foot of the largest, most extensive ski area in Andorra. It has an efficient modern lift system enhanced by an excellent snow record, with good conditions usually lasting well into April. Even before the link with Soldeu, Pas de la Casa had the biggest ski area and highest lift-served terrain in A...ndorra. However, with the two resorts combined and referred to as GranVilara there are 192 kilometres of pistes, which is about the same as some of the big-name Alpine resorts such as Kitzbühel, Wengen-Grindelwald and Les Deux Alpes. The longest run at the resort is 20 kilometres with a 700 meter vertical drop. The Font Negre surface lift above Pas de la Casa has been replaced by a six pack, which now extends up towards the top of the Pic Blanc ridge. Two of the three Llac del Cubill surface lifts to the Grau Roig area from the Encamp side have also been upgraded to a six pack. Last season's developments also include the expansion of the Pas de la Casa beginner area, extra snow-making and improvements to the terrain-park and boarder-cross area. The local slopes are situated on a high, treeless, north/south ridge, with Pas de la Casa on the east side and Grau Roig on the west. To the south of Grau Roig, towards the head of the valley, is Mont Malus, a small wooded area served by a drag with a couple of scenic reds and a black run through the trees. To the west of Grau Roig, a quad chair goes up to a ridge from which pistes lead into the next valley and lifts from there up to the Colada d'Enradort, 2447 metres up and the Funicamp top station, which is connected to the village of Encamp by a 6 kilometre gondola. You will now also find 6 kilometres of new off-piste runs, down by the gondola mid-station. The link with Soldeu also starts here. Snowboarding is very popular in the GranValira ski area with a good range of terrain to conquer and a board park and half-pipe on the Grau Roig side of the mountain to pull off the tricks. Other resort attractions include duty free shops, bars, cafés, restaurants and nightclubs. There is also a sports centre with a swimming pool, tennis, squash and a gym. For non-skiers a snowmobiling exploration of the area is sure to thrill or you may like to take a duty-free shopping trip to Andorra's capital, and visit the Caldea Spa and Sport Wellness centre in Soldeu.

18.01.2022 SKI #POLAND Though a less popular winter destination than France or Italy, Poland provides skiing opportunities that are not only fully satisfactory, but also highly affordable. The heart of the Polish Mountains lies at the foot of the Tatra Mountains, which constitute the highest part of the Carpathian mountain range.... The Tatras provide not only the best-prepared but also the most-frequented ski resorts in the region. Indisputably, the most notable destination here is Zakopane, which is also known as the Gate to the Polish Tatras, or the Winter Capital of Poland. This town has a long history and features every stage of the past century on its well-trodden streets, from old haunts of Polish intellectuals to the more recent addition of Western Society Burger King. With views of the 2,500 metre high Tatras peaks, Zakopane is the highest altitude town in Poland. However, holidaymakers should not expect empty slopes - Zakopane receives two million (not only skiing's) visitors a year, despite only having 30,000 residents. One of the reasons for its popularity is that the resort caters for skiers of all abilities, with technical runs for experts and easier slopes for beginners, as well as cross-country ski opportunities. Another reason for the town's popularity is its unique ambience thanks to unusual buildings, plenty of places to eat and drink and its status as a centre for Poland's mountain-dwelling culture. Accommodation options include good value traditional mountain huts and guest-houses as well as hostels and hotels.

18.01.2022 SKI #Andorra 300 kilometres of snow at your feet... Andorra has become a very popular ski destination over the past number of years because of budget ski and snowboarding deals, new modern facilities, world-class ski schools, reliable snow coverage and breathtaking views.... Nestled between France and Spain in the Pyrenees, Andorra boasts four great ski resorts and has become a haven for first-time skiers and intermediaries due to its great skiing terrain and state-of-the-art lift facilities. This destination has something for everyone. It is a cheap family ski holiday, with the Arinsal and Pal resorts offerring impressive child facilities for families, while Pas de la Casa offers a lively nightlife for après ski enthusiasts. Andorra is also well known for its great value duty-free shopping!

17.01.2022 #SKI #PalArsinal A lively resort primarily Catalan and Spanish influenced, with well prepared confidence-building runs making it an ideal destination for beginners and intermediates Nestled between France and Spain, you will find the tiny mountain kingdom of Andorra, which has everything you desire for the perfect ski holiday. In the west of La Massana, you have the ski resort of Pal-Arinsal and is considered to be an ideal ski destination for learners and intermediates due t...o its easy, sheltered runs. On top of this, the alcohol is inexpensive and theres a lively après-ski and nightlife, which includes a large selection of bars and clubs, with some featuring live music making this resort especially suited to the young or young at heart. Pal-Arinsal's attraction is also enhanced by its proximity to La Vella, the capital of Andorra. VALLNORD is the leading mountain park in the Pyrenees for all age groups. In the Arcalís, Arinsal and Pal sectors you can enjoy the best ski, snowboard, freeride and freestyle runs available in Andorra. This resort also offers additional winter activities such as parapenting; snowshoeing; helicopter flights; snowmobiling and ski biking. There is also an indoor swimming pool; a bowling alley; and a sports centre with a gym. New features to the Pal-Arsinal area include the enlargement of the specific theme snow park for children in the Pal area with more than 30,000 m2 of fun for your kids and the installation of a new conveyor belt. The top elevation is 2560 and the largest vertical drop a whopping 1050 kilometers!The beginners area in Arsinal has also been made much bigger with a new conveyor belt as well. Pal now has a new "Freestyle Beginners Area" designed to start new disciplines in Freestyle. And thanks to the new tunnel Pont Pla between La Massana and the centre of Andorra, which is 1.2 kilometres long, the access to the Northern Valleys is now just ten minutes away, with no queues or traffic jams. This ski area is continuing to be modernised as it grows in popularity throughout Europe and the rest of the world due to its great value skiing, fantastic hospitality and long sunny days.

17.01.2022 RESORT OF THE WEEK #PoianaBrasov One of the best value for money ski resorts in Europe in a beautiful area steeped in legend Located in the heart of Romania, 2.5 hours north of Bucharest and 13 kilometres from the medieval town of Brasov. Internationally renowned and highly regarded Poiana Brasov is Romania's most popular ski resort and one of the best value for money ski resorts in Europe with a very high customer satisfaction rate. This purpose built resort has developed a...n enviable snow record over many years. The resort offers great skiing and snowboarding combined with an outstanding cultural experience. The excellent layout of the ski runs allows advanced skiers and snowboarders to "let go" without fear of interfering with beginners and intermediates to master the more advanced techniques in a spectacular environment. The resort has an altitude of 1020 meters and the largest vertical drop is 800 meters! The evening après ski can be as lively or relaxed as you choose with excellent informal and inexpensive local gourmet restaurants, great entertainment and folklore evenings which all add to an unforgettable holiday. Resort attractions include swimming, sauna, scenic sleigh rides, and walks through the pine forests, discos, and cabaret. Après-ski includes tobogganing, paintball, ski school party, excursions to Dracula's Bran Castle and Sinaia with its fairytale Peles Palace; and Brasov by night is simply stunning.

17.01.2022 Stay at Hotel Poiana from just $291.00! Including 7 nights accommodation and breakfast daily. This popular ski in / ski out hotel is conveniently located close to the cable cars and ski lifts. The hotel offers hotel rooms and suites all with private facilities, satellite TV, telephone and most have balconies. Breakfast room is on site and serves a great buffet breakfast. Other excellent facilities are available through its sister hotels Sport and Bradul. Call (07) 5630 0273 or email [email protected] to book now!!

15.01.2022 Stay at Hotel Spindlerova Bouda from just $280 for 7 nights’ accommodation with Half Board. Hotel Spindlerova bouda was completely reconstructed and newly opened in December 2005. Guests can use reception, restaurant with bar, billiard and relax center (indoor swimming pool with contraflow, sauna, solarium, whirlpool, massage hydrobox, fitness). Double rooms are equipped with shower, WC, hair dryer, minibar, TV with satellite and hotel info channel (also pay TV), internet and telephone. Includes buffet-style breakfast and buffet-style dinner. Call (07) 5630 0273 or email [email protected] to book now!!

14.01.2022 DEAL OF THE WEEK: Stay 7 nights at the Banderitsa Hotel Bansko From $472per person Including Half Board! The Banderitsa Hotel Bansko is an exclusive addition to the long-established traditions of Bansko. The rooms at the Banderitsa Hotel Bansko are adorned with handmade timber furnishings and supply all the essential amenities and comfort that a guest would expect. The Banderitsa Hotel Bansko does not just provide great rooms, it hosts a café, a restaurant, an Irish pub and a summer veranda, providing outstanding and assorted food and drinks. Guests can start the day with a complimentary breakfast buffet and following a long and exploratory, day relax in the hotel's marvellous health spa center. Call (07) 5630 0273 or email [email protected] to book now!!

13.01.2022 Stay at the Hotel Tanne 4* from just $538 per person including 7 nights accommodation with Full Board! The hotel is built in the traditional regional style of stone and wood and is offering a homely coziness. The beautiful yard, the numerous verandas and balconies also offer open views to 3 mountains - Pirin, Rila and the Rhodopes. The hotel has 25 double rooms, 5 apartments and 3 maisonettes with an open fireplace. Each room combines the traditional Bulgarian style of the old days with the contemporary luxury and comfort of today. Rooms have TV set with cable and satellite programs, audio system, telephone, mini bar, hair-drier, safe, luxurious bathroom with bath. Call (07) 5630 0273 or email [email protected] to book now!!

13.01.2022 SKI #StrbskePleso is a mountain paradise in the High Tatras This is the highest settlement in Vysoke Tatry (the High Tatras), situated a 20 hectare lake of the smae name, the second largest on the Slovak side of the High Tatras. Strbske Pleso was orginally founded as a hiking centre, and later established new curative houses, recreation facilities and a top sports complex. It is excellently connected to transportation links, and serves as a good starting point for a host of h...iking excursions and day-trips in the mountains during summer and a well-known skiing centre during winter, which has since hosted the 1970 World Championship, as well as a range of competitive European and world-class skiing events, including ski-jumping and cross-country. For the fans of the Nordic ski disciplines, the Tatra Cup is an event which is featured annually in the World Cup series. The resort town has a busy cultural life, and has been proclaimed as one of the top skiing resorts in Slovakia and boasts excellently finished downhill runs and cross-country tracks, evening skiing, ski service and ski equipment hiring services. The resorts largest vertical drop is ay 900 meters and has 20 kilometres of great cross country trails. Skiing is good here for beginners and intermediates and for more competent skiers, you will have the time of your life visiting the most highly situated ski centre Skalnate Pleso, where on the demanding slope of the Lomnicke sedlo you can test your skiing skills. You should also not miss the chance for exciting night skiing or the view of snowy hills from a bird's perspective while paragliding and if you love snowboard adrenaline, you can find excellent terrain tempting the inner free-rider or jumper. There are lots of terrain and obstacles to challenge any ability level. Strbske Pleso is also close to Tatranska Lomnica.

12.01.2022 #SKI #Ischgl #Austria An Eldorado for alpine skiers In a country known for its après ski Ischgl is a winter Ibiza. However this ski resort is no one-trick pony, Ischgl im Paznaun, in addition to Galtür, Kappl and See, is an Eldorado for skiing enthusiasts. There are top of the range cable car facilities and fabulous pistes, with the Ischgl/Samnaun Silvretta Arena being voted one of the top ten locations for Alpine skiing out of 176 resorts. The resorts largest vertical drop i...s 1400 meters and the longest run a whopping 210 kilometres! Ischgl is also very big on boarding and is proud to be considered one of the pioneers of the art and was one of the first resorts in Europe to realise the potential and popularity of this sport. Snowboarders will find one of the best terrain parks in Europe here, aptly named, "Boarders Paradise" with four areas and 30 obstacles. There are nursery slopes suitable for boarder beginners, and the lifts are boarder friendly, with the wide-open powder fields a snowboarders heaven after fresh snowfall. Ischgl's family-friendly slopes are perfect for the majority of skiers, while the grooming and snow-making are in a league of their own. Full lift and piste integration with neighbouring Samnaun over the border in Switzerland make the skiing truly extensive, and after a big fall of fresh snow, there's off piste skiing in every direction. Only tough on-piste challenges are missing.

11.01.2022 Want to book a ski holiday to #Slovenia ? Call us! We have a range of affordable holiday packages for you, your brother or even your cousin! We're the people to talk to... Call (07) 5630 0273 or email [email protected]

11.01.2022 Ski #Slovakia With superb, empty slopes and bargain prices, no wonder the Tatra mountains are being touted as the next big thing. Slovakia is a winter wonderland, where ski slopes are found virtually everywhere. If there is hill, then there is good chance people will ski down it.... Over the past seven years investment has been pouring in, and infrastructure is being developed at such a rate that tour operators, hoteliers and the rest of the ski industry are excitedly talking about Slovakia as next season's hot new destination. It's cheap, which is great as everyone loves a good bargain. There are also budget flights from the UK to Poprad or Kosice, and hotels and apartments will happily take bookings for less than a week, making ski weekends far easier than in France or Switzerland, if you are travelling through Europe for more than justa ski holiday. Slovakia lies within the Carpathian mountain system, which after the Alps is the second largest and longest in Europe. The huge arc of the Carpathians begins beside the Danube, close to Bratislava, and stretches trough the length of Slovakia, Ukraine and Romania. Most of the ski resorts are concentrated through the northern mountain ranges such as the High and Low Tatras, Small and Big Fatra, West Tatras and through the Orava Region. The ski season is typically from the end of November till the last week of March. Skiers will find the best conditions in the Low Fatra, Big Fatra, West Tatras and the Low Tatras Mountains, which offer beautiful slopes and trails for skiers of all categories as well as great facilities. Slovakia is also a great destination for snowboarders and offers very natural conditions for borders to enjoy. The most popular snowboard parks are located in the northern part of Slovakia and have hilly terrains, little bit edge and lots of facilities for free-style tricks such as U-ramps, interesting artificial jumps and trails.

11.01.2022 SKI #AndorraLaVella The tiny mountain kingdom of Andorra has everything you desire for the perfect ski holiday Andorra, which is located in the Pyrenees and straddles the border between Spain and France, is a skier's paradise. It has a number of superb ski resorts, each one with its own character, and offers absolutely everything you could wish for. Furthermore, the interlinking of Pas de la Casa, Grau Roig, El Tarter and Soldeu ski areas has resulted in Europe's largest ski... resort, Grandvalira. For anyone not using the slopes, the lack of facilities in the ski resorts can be a slight drawback, however, the main alternative is to stay in Andorra La Vella and benefit from all the recreational activities offered by Andorra's capital city. The new Funicamp 24-person gondola goes from Encamp, just up the road from Andorra La Vella to the heart of the Soldeu, Grau Roig and the Pas de la Casa area and only takes about 14 minutes. Buses also run to and from Andorra La Vella and Escaldes. Lying at the confluence of the Gran Valira, the Valira del Oriente and the Valira del Norte rivers, Andorra La Vella is dwarfed by stunning snow-capped mountains of up to 2500 metres high. The town itself has many attractions, with a big draw card being the duty-free shopping, but probably the most interesting place is the Caldea spa. The interior is laid out in a 'Hanging Gardens of Babylon' style, and the facilities are very impressive, including an indoor and outdoor pool, with fountains and waterfalls, saunas, hot-tubs, Turkish baths, hydrotherapy, sunbeds, massage and even a grapefruit bath! There is plenty of choice when dining out. Andorrans love seafood, and the traditional Catalan restaurants delight in providing it, which seems odd in the mountains; however it is delivered fresh from the coast daily. The apres ski is also well catered for with plenty of bars and nightclubs staying open until 4am. One thing to note, is that the clientele of Andorra La Vella is generally considered to be a more sophisticated bunch, and consists mainly of Andorrans and Spaniards, with the 'drink-until-you-drop' attitude of the mountain resorts in other European ski destinations rare.

10.01.2022 Want to ski #Andorra? Then give us a call! We can arrange killer ski package for you! Call (07) 5630 0273 or email [email protected]

10.01.2022 SKI #ROMANIA Romania is establishing itself as a popular cheap ski holiday destination, along with its' Eastern European neighbours, Bulgaria, Slovenia and Serbia. Skiers are treated to wide open beginner-friendly slopes, solid lift systems, reputable ski schools and a good choice of entertainment, all for much less than any of their Western counterparts, whilst experiencing a vastly different culture. Romania is a mystical country, full of fascinating folklore, wonderful got...hic architecture and incredibly warm, hospitable people. Ski areas in Romania include Predeal, the highest resort in the country at 1,100 metres, found in the Bugeci Mountains close to the major tourist attraction Peles Castle, which is set in an area of incredible natural scenic beauty. Sinai, known as the "Carpathian Pearl", and is the oldest resort in Romania. A charming place with facilities including 2 cable-cars taking skiers to a height of 2,000 metres, and offering the best après-ski in the country. However, by far the most popular resort, at least with international visitors, is Poiana-Brasov, within the Carpathian Mountains. This purpose-built resort, with its' extensive beginners slopes, excellent ski school and traditional bars and restaurants, is one of the most popular up-and-coming budget destinations around. It is here where you will find great skiing in a beautiful area stepped in legend. Open spaces alternate with pine woods and the well appointed hotels offer wonderful hospitality and warmth, all of which makes holidaying here in Poiana a real pleasure. The excellent layout of the ski runs allows advanced skiers and snowboarders to "let go" without fear of interfering with beginners and intermediates, and to master the more advanced techniques in a spectacular environment. If you can pull yourself away from the uncluttered, scenic pistes of the compact ski area, a visit to Bran Castle, home of the legendary Count Dracula is a must! It's mystique and the snow-covered slopes will throw you back in time to an era immersed in legend, where wolves hunt at night and their howls can be heard, as you lie snuggled up in bed at night in the heart of Transylvania.

09.01.2022 SKI #CZECHREPUBLIC Cheap as Chips" European ski destination To those who are not already familiar with it, The Czech Republic has a surprisingly large number of ski areas with more than 100 to choose from dotted all around the country, including many within easy reach of the German border or the historic and vibrant capital city of Prague.... Although skiing is generally located at relatively low altitudes compared to the Alps to the south, between 700 metres to 1300 metres above sea level, most resorts have a good snow record with the support of increasingly sophisticated snow making networks, allowing them to be able to offer good quality skiing, accommodation and aprés ski. Czech Republic's largest and most well-known ski resort is Špindleruv Mlýn, located in the heart of the 'Giant Mountains'. This resort has direct access to 26 kilometres of downhill skiing, with 21 individual pistes, served by 16 ski lifts. Although Australians are a novelty on the ski fields of Czech Republic, it's a far cheaper option than other European skiing destinations, including the French, Swiss and Italian Alps, as well as providing terrain far better than anything you will find here in Australia. This "cheap as chips" ski destination also offers miles of cross country skiing, sledding and tobogganing.

09.01.2022 Stay at Hotel RILA Borovets from just $440 including 7 nights with half board. The hotel offers amazing facilities and is the most impressive and largest hotel in Borovets. Hotel Rila has been beautifully designed and is a ski in / ski out property located in the heart of the resort amidst all the skiing action and next to the main ski lift, at the very bottom of the ski runs. The hotel provides self-catering studios as well as suites and standard rooms, which feature telephone, radio, TV and balconies overlooking the majestic Rila Mountains. Suites also have living rooms with twin beds, small kitchenettes and fridges. Call 1800 156 856 or [email protected] to book your ski holiday today!!

08.01.2022 SKI #PAMPOROVO #BULGARIA! Modern Ski Resort in the Heart of the Rhodopi Mountain Pamporovo is the most southern ski resort in Europe and is the sunniest Bulgarian mountain resort with wonderful snow throughout the whole season. It is 240 kilometres from Sofia and 85 kilometres from Plovdiv and is situated at the foot of peak Snejanka 1926 metres high. The altitude at the mountain is 1950 meters and the largest vertical drop is 476 meters. Pamporovo has an exclusive climate fe...aturing a soft winter with about 120 sunny days during the skiing period with the season starting from mid - December to mid - April. You'll find the average air temperature is - 3C and the gentle profile of the mountain with its rounded slopes and summits makes Pamporovo particularly suitable for beginners. But there are also difficult ski runs like the Giant Slalom run which is an excellent experience for every skiing expert. All major ski runs start from the peak of the mountain, where the TV tower is located and Pamporovo also has great off-piste skiing and snowboarding, however we recommend using a local guide when going off-piste.

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06.01.2022 #SKI #KranjskaGora Great value skiing set amongst spectacular scenery The Zgornjesavska Valley is one of the most breathtaking alpine valleys, with its centre of winter activity being the resort town of Kranjska Gora. The valley has developed into a major tourist and sports region and is hosting World Cup competitions in alpine skiing and ski jumping on the giant ski-jump in Planica. Skiing is by far the most popular sport in Kranjska Gora, with its sunny slopes, dominated by... the Julian Alps. Located just a few miles from the Austrian and Italian borders and 60 kilometres from Ljubljana, the good skiing, combined with a range of other non-skiing activities, the friendly and laid-back attitude of the Slovenian people and the excellent value for money, all add up to make this resort a great ski holiday destination. The compact lift system provides day and night skiing opportunities on a wide range of runs suitable for skiers of all levels. The top elevation of the resort is 1620 meters and the largest verticle drop is 813 meters. The snow-covered slopes of Vitranc will entice both the beginner and the experienced skier, as the ski runs vary from the very easy and child friendly to the steep competition runs in Podkoren. Snowboarders on the other hand are assured that there is no shortage of acrobatics. In Kranjska Gora visitors can also experience the thrill of skiing on unspoiled, virgin slopes with the breathtaking winter views as a backdrop. There are a number of opportunities for enthusiasts, ranging from the gentle downhill from the Karavanke summits to extreme skiing down the ridge of the Julian Alps accompanied by an experienced guide, who is a member of the Association of Slovenian Alpine Guides. For non-skiers there are exciting excursions to beautiful Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj as well as to the spectacular Postojna caves. The nightlife in Kranjska Gora is made up of several bars, typical restaurants, discos and a casino for a more sophisticated evening. Resort attractions also include ice-skating, horse sleigh rides, sledding, ice climbing tennis and swimming.

05.01.2022 SKI #BANSKO #BULGARIA!! This small medieval town and its ski area have now been transformed into a year-round, international destination resort. A lively and historic rich ski resort with exciting modern ski areas all within the spectacular beauty of the Pirin Mountain, its untamed nature and recognition of being a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a truly rare and winning combination. The resort's pistes are accessed via the speedy gondola, located just above the town centre en...suring queues are kept to a minimum. The largest verticle drop is at 1560 meters and top elevation is up at a whopping 2914 meters! Extensive après-ski activities are well provided for by most of the resort's hotels, whilst the lively 'mehanas' offer traditional evening’s entertainment. Resort attractions include night skiing, tobogganing, wine tasting and Bulgarian folk night shows, souvenir shops; many traditional tavernas (serving Bansko's renowned regional cuisine), bars, pubs and live music venues in the old town; several discos; bowling, cross country trails; and a sports stadium. For skiing the Shiligarnika, Stara Pista, Todorka and Plato ski runs are suitable for beginners and intermediaries, and experts may use the Banderiza and Ctzurna mogila ski runs. Advanced skiers also have the additional challenge of skiing the runs where Bulgaria's Olympic champions train. With 24 lifts Bansko is also a regular host to a number of ski and snowboard competitions, such as the Extreme Ski and Snowboard competition and the Balkan Cup Competition. Keep your eyes out we have a few BANSKO accommodation specials coming your way!

05.01.2022 #SKI #SINAIA Sinaia is a sensational place to visit, offering beautiful palaces, good apres aki, and the biggest skiable domain in Romania Located in a beautiful mountainous region, at the foothills of the Bucegi Mountains, about 120 kilometres from Bucharest and 44 kilometres from Brasov, in the Prahova Valley, Sinaia is one of the oldest and most famous mountain resorts, and is often referred to as 'The Pearl of the Carpathians'. Located at an altitude between 767 metres an...d 860 metres, Sinaia boasts ski slopes at an altitude of 2,000 metres, on the plateau of the Bucegi mountains. Winter sports fans can have a go on the bobsledding run, which is 1,500 metres long with 13 turns, and a 132 metre elevation, as well as the ski runs of various degrees of difficulty. It is here where you can experience the best high altitude skiing in Romania, with access to the slopes being possible from the city centre. Just take the first cable car to Cota 1400 and then a second cable car to Cota 2000. To Cota 1400 one can also go by car. The ski slopes are divided on the two sides of the mountain. To the eastern side, towards the city, you can experience the most spectacular pistes, the black ones. The slopes will follow the cable car line and there is also a great variety of off-piste possibilities for the more adventurous. All the slopes end at the same point, which is at the cable car station at Cota 1400. On the western side of the mountain you will find the great Sun Valley. The Dorului Hut is situated here at the end of the chairlift line. The Sun Valley is more for the milder skier and intermediates and beginners can experience some great pistes. It is also a great place for snowborders as well. When you are eager for a break, Dorului Hut is a great place to spend some time. The high altitude and the white surroundings makes for the perfect place for some sun-bathing during winter. Dorului Hut is also a good starting point for cross country and ski touring. The experienced skiers can explore the Dorului Peak and its surroundings. Touring routes can be made towards Vanturis area (in the South), Bolboci area (in the West) and Blana-Laptici areas (in the North).

05.01.2022 BOROVETS BULGARIA Bulgaria's biggest and most modern ski resort with a history dating back to 1896! Set amidst the majestic Rila Mountains, Borovets is internationally renowned and Bulgaria's number one ski resort. Only 75 kilometres from Sofia the resort has hosted Alpine World Cup Competitions twice. There are two main ski areas, which are ideal for beginners and intermediates whilst advanced skiers can test their skills on the World Cup Competition runs. The largest vertic...al drop is 1420 meters and the longest run stretches out to 12 kilometers! Visitors enjoy the excellent value and fun environment this ski resort has to offer as well as the colourful local traditions that make skiing here a little more unique! Resort attractions include indoor tennis courts; bowling; spa facilities available to the public in the larger hotels; horse drawn carriage rides; souvenir and sports shops, a good choice of restaurants offering a large variety of cuisines, from Chinese to European bistro; lively bars, live music and nightclubs. Après-ski programmes include skidoo safari, quad bike safari; pub-crawl, BBQ and wine tasting, Bulgarian folk nights, tobogganing; and the occasional ski away day which you pay for locally. Snowboard lovers can enjoy the fun park and do jumps according to their abilities.

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04.01.2022 #SKI #Soldeu Soldeu has now joined forces with Pasa de la Casa to give you the largest expanse of ski terrain in the Pyrenees. Soldeu is a lively and friendly village very popular with skiers and snowboarders for its relaxed ambiance and great après-ski. For its size, Soldeu is incredibly well served with thriving bars, clubs and restaurants as well as great facilities, both on and off the slopes. The resort spreads out over 4 kilometres in 4 distinct areas, which are El Tar...ter, Incles, Bordes d'Envalira and Soldeu village itself. All of these ski areas are connected by a regular bus service and access to the slopes is by modern gondola lifts from either Soldeu village or El Tarter. In the 2003-2004 ski season the two leading Pyreneen ski resorts, Pasa de la Casa - Grau Roig and Soldeu El Tarter, took advantage of their geographical proximity, to give birth to a ski area of European proportions - GrandValira. With this greatly enhanced ski terrain and lift system options for intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders has doubled. The snow record is excellent, with the majority of the skiing taking place above 2000 metres. Soldeu has a vertical drop of 850 meters and the total length of the slopes is 92 kilometers. The resort has also invested heavily in snow cannons, so as soon as it's cold enough the snow making begins, ensuring an excellent base is guaranteed for ski holiday in Soldeu. You will also find the ski school in Soldeu is excellent, with over 70% of the instructors speaking English as their first language, and an ideal place to have a lot of fun while learning to handle the pistes.

03.01.2022 #SKI #Austria Austria's mountain resorts offer activities for the skier and non-skier alike. Regions like the Arlberg, Kitzbuehel, Innsbruck and Stubai Glacier, as well as the Montafon ski region offer not only great outdoor activities but also great culinary delights, making Austria a ski and board destination to suit all types. Great weather, unbelievable vertical drops, excellent resorts, amazing cuisine, great hospitality are just a few of the many reasons why you should... choose Austria for your next winter vacation. 1. It's More Affordable than you Think 2. The Weather is Better 3. Vertical Drops of over 4,000 ft. are the norm 4. Charming resorts with an authentic village life 5. Austrian Ski Schools are famous around the world 6. Perfect Snow 7. Convenient, Saft Trail Marking System 8. There is lots to do Austria is the Real Deal! If your planning a European ski vacation then do it right and make it the experience of a lifetime. This is the birthplace of downhill skiing, rooted in majestic Alpine landscapes, a fantastic climate and the warmth of it's people and traditions. Call us today on (07) 5630 0273 or email [email protected] if you want us to put a package together for you!!

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