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Budget European Skiing

by Jacy Meyer on September 16th, 2008

Looking to strap on the skis and hit the slopes for your winter holiday? Skiing the Alps is probably a pinnacle moment for most skiers, but there are ski-able mountains across the continent, and some of these destinations are more affordable and less crowded. Check them out – snow may or may not be included.

The Tatras in eastern Slovakia are an excellent example of undiscovered slopes with good amenities. Snow can usually be found as early as November, and the slopes cater to all skill levels. Beginners and intermediate skiers should hit the High Tatras, while those looking to snowboard, or for freestyle or off-piste opportunities should head to the Low Tatras. Sledging, night skiing and cross-country skiing are also available in the High Tatras. Mountain Paradise arranges ski trips to Slovakia. Prices start at 395 GBP for return UK flights, 7-nights accommodation, weekly ski pass and weekly train ticket to access a variety of area resorts. Travel Slovakia offers packages to the Jasna Ski Resort. You can find additional resources to plan your own trip at Ski Slovakia.

Slovenia may be another country to explore – however their resorts are often plagued by a lack of snow. Mount Kanin is the country’s highest peak, and two of the best resorts are Kranjska Gora and Maribor Pohorje. Slovenia’s official tourist pages have information if you want to plan your own trip or check out Directline Skiing. They are offering packages at Kranjska Gora starting at 383 GBP for roundtrip airfare out of London and seven nights accommodation with half-board. This company is a good one to use for a variety of skiing trips – they search a number of tour operators in a bunch of European countries including Italy, France and Switzerland.

Tune in tomorrow when we hit the slopes in Bulgaria and Austria!

Photo Credit: Andrew Charland@Flickr

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