Looking for a first-time skiing holiday that offers more than just the slopes? Then Slovenia could be the perfect choice.
Ski Holidays: Cheap Ski Holidays
Just a two-hour flight from London, Slovenia is one of the cheapest skiing destinations in Europe. The World Ski Lift Ticket Price Report (2009) reported that last season, Brits paid an average of £168.98 for a six-day lift pass across all destinations, with prices in Europe reaching an average of €245 in Andorra. By comparison, the price of a six-day pass at Slovenia’s top resorts Kranjska Gora and Maribor was €147 (approximately £128). Slovenia’s ski resorts also stand out for their high quality, offering Western standard accommodation and service at Eastern European prices.
Ski Holidays: First-Time Skiing Holidays
Slovenia is home to around half a dozen ski resorts, offering slopes suitable for both beginners and pros. Resorts include the award-winning Krvavec (identified by one UK national newspaper as ‘the best ski short break resort in Europe’) to the charming little resort of Cerkno.
Ski Holidays: Slovenia Ski Resorts & City Breaks
Slovenia is no larger than Wales, which means its compact size allows you to reach the top of a mountain within 45 minutes of leaving the airport in Ljubljana. You can also easily combine your ski break with a city experience – either by staying in the mountains and heading to the city at the end of the day, or by using Ljubljana as a base for your skiing and other outdoor activities.
Cheap Ski Holidays: Slovenia Ski Season 2009
The Slovenia begins as early as November and in resorts such as Mount Kanin – the highest in the country – the snow remains well into the spring.
Cheap Ski Holidays: Skiing in Slovenia
For further information about Slovenia and its winter sports scene visit: www.slovenia.info