Andorra is a small landlocked country located in the eastern Pyrenees mountains. Sitting on the borders of Spain and France the country is aprox 471km sq with a population of around 85,000.
Andorra Ski Holidays - what's it like to ski Andorra?
Fantastic for beginners and intermediates with very good ski schools. The resorts have spent the last couple of years heavily investing on lifts and the accommodation has taken a step up as well. If your après ski is as important as your day on the slopes this is definitely the country for you to head to. If you are heading for an Andorra Ski Holiday cost conscious holidaymakers will enjoy the duty free bars and friendly ambience. Skiing Andorra really makes sense.
Andorra Ski Resorts - 3 main ski areas
There are 3 main ski resort areas (Grandvalira / Naturlandia & Vallnord) in which to ski Andorra. Within which lie a number of 'sectors' ski fields ; Pas de la Casa , Soldeu, El Tarter, Canillo, Encamp, Camp de Neu Sector La Rabassa, Grau Roig, Pal, Arinsal La Massana
Thinking of skiing South America? Argentina is the second largest country in South America with a surface
area of 2,766,891 km2. It borders Chile with the rugged range of
mountains known as The Andes.
Skiing Argentina
The mountains certainly hold a big attraction to tourists visiting
Argentina especially with the opportunity to ski against a backdrop of
the spectacular Andes mountain range.
With a ski season lasting from June to October Argentinian Ski Fields & Resorts offer skiers and snowboarders a chance to enjoy snow when Europe and North American resorts have closed for summer.
Argentina Ski Areas
There are over 9 areas to ski in including Penitentas,the ever popular Las Lenas Argentina with good powder, Chapelco with forested areas, Catedral with stunning panorama and La Hoya which sits furthest south.
Are you looking to Ski Austria? Austria (The Republic of Austria - Oesterreich) is a small country located in the Heart of Europe with an area of around 32,378 square miles. To the North the country borders Czech Republic, Northeast - Slovakia, on the East - Hungary, on the South - Slovenia, Italy and Switzerland and the West by Liechtentein, Switzerland, and Germany
Pretty villages set in forested areas, some superb snow falls in the last few years, Austria offers so much to skiers & boarders. Après ski starts early usually at one of the mountain restaurants with lots of schnapps, beer and dancing on the tables. The Austrians are extremely friendly and welcoming. Ski Holiday Austria - definitely come highly recommended
Bulgaria is locate in South-Eastern Europe bordered by five countries. To the north lies Romania, to the west - Serbia and the Republic of Macedonia, to the south - Greece and Turkey and the Black Sea borders the east. The country has a number of mountainous ranges to the southwest lies the Alpine Regions of Rila and Pirin and the Rhodope Mountain range sits further east. Head to the alpine ranges for Bulgaria Ski Holidays
Ski Bulgaria - what's it like to ski Bulgaria?
In the last five or six years Bulgaria has become a popular place for skiers and snowboarders looking for budget accommodation, and a first time skiing experience.
There are a number of ski resorts in Bulgaria including; Bansko, Borovets, Chepelare, Malyovitsa, Pamporovo and Vitosha
Stretching from the Atlantic to the Pacific oceans Canada is a vast country covering most of North America. In total there are ten provinces and three territories though you will often find the country grouped into regions. Western, Central, Eastern and Northern Canada. The 2006 census reported the country as having a population of 31,612,897.
Ski Canada - Ski Holidays Canada, What to Expect?
So what's it like on a Ski Holiday in Canada? Three words, powder, powder, powder. If it’s snow you’re after then look no further than the Canadian Ski Resorts which hold impressive records. Splendid scenery, friendly locals, good service and excellent facilities of world famous resorts like Whistler and Banff are available and affordable. There’s so much on offer for all levels with friendly ski schools for the first timers to simply awesome heli-skiing & snowcat adventures for extremists.
Chile offers skiers a chance to enjoy winter sports
during the Northern Hemisphere summer months. Chile is
4,300km long and on average only 175km wide with the Pacific Ocean bordering
the west. The Chilean Andes run from North to South and
form an Eastern backdrop to this distinctive long thin shaped country.
It's in the central Andes where the well known ski resorts lie, Portillo, Valle Nevado and
Termas de Chillán
The largest country by area in the European Union and located in Western Europe France has an estimated population of 65.1 million people. The country has a range of landscapes from coastal plains in the North and West, mountainous ranges - the Alps, South-East, the Massif Central, South Central and the Pyrenees in the South-West.Skiing France - With it's mountain ranges and an array of winter sports France has hosted three WInter Games - 1924 in Chamonix, 1968 in Grenoble and 1992 in Albertiville. Ski Holidays France
So what's it like to take a ski holiday in France? From the big and mighty resorts to the small family run ski fields linked to authentic villages, France offers so much variety. Skiers and boarders can experience some of the biggest interlinked pistes in the world along with innovative systems.
There’s skiing and boarding for all levels, incredible off piste, fantastic intermediate terrain and wonderful nursery slopes. Skiing and snowboarding in France is mainly based across the 6 massifs
The largest Central European country in both size and population The central area of Germany is knows as Mittelgebirge and contains hilly rural areas including the renowned Black Forest. If you head further south towards the border of Austria, you will come across a small portion of the Alps. The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze at 2962.
Ski Germany - what's it like to ski in Germany?
For most of Germany's skiing you will need to head South and this area holds a Bavarian charm all of it's own.
Ski Holidays Germany
Access to ski fields is relatively easy especially with Germany's central location with Europe. Ski Resorts Germany - There are a number of ski resorts including Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Oberstdorf, Berchtesgaden, Lenggries, Oberammergau, Mittenwald. For further listings of Ski Resorts Germany
Italy stretches into the Mediterranean Sea running along the Italian Peninsula and two islands - Sicily and Sardinia. To the North of the country lies the Alps bordered by France, Switzerland, Slovenia and Austria and it's here that the alpine activities are based. Here you'll find the resorts where most skiing holidays and snowboarding holiday take place. Winter sports are popular and in 2006 Turin hosted the Winter Olympic Games.
Ski Holidays Italy - what to expect
“Ooooh that looks good!” Believe me we could be talking about beautifully groomed runs, stunning scenery, the ever stylish Italians, or the delicious food both on and off the mountain. Enjoy the coffee on the way to the slope, leisurely runs and long lunches; Italy is really about skiing in style. What’s more there’s some superb skiing to be had on varied slopes. Some of the top destinations in Italy include the Italian Alps, the Dolomites, views of Mont Blanc and Mount Rosa along with top ski resorts Courmayeur and Cervinia. Now is the time to Ski Italy.
Slovenia Ski Slovenia - a bit of information about Slovenia
The Republic of Slovenia sits in Central Europe and is bordered by both the Mediterranean Sea and the Alps. Austria borders the north of the country with Italy to the west, the Adriatic Sea to the southwest and Croatia to the south and east. The country is not large covering just over 20,000 square kilometres with a population around 2 million.
40% of Slovenia is mountains and plateaus and the highest peak is Mount Triglav at 2,864 metres (9396 ft)
Ski Holidays Slovenia
So what's it like to take a ski holiday in Slovenia. Firstly you'll find the ski resorts good value. Both British and Dutch visitors go to enjoy warm hospitality and cheaper prices.
Ski Spain - A bit of Information about the country
Spain sits in the southwestern area of Europe on the Iberian Peninsula. The North borders France, Andorra and the Bay of Biscay, South and East the Mediterranean and west & Northwest the Atlantic.
It's up in the northeast that you will find the Pyrenees mountain range and Andorra
Spanish Ski Holidays - what's it like to ski Spain?
Up and coming resorts in the Pyrenees offer skiers and boarders a distinct Spanish ambience. Enjoy the friendly atmosphere, good food, and some serious partying. Click on the links in blue to see information about individual ski resorts in Spain including information on weather, where to ski, where to stay and what to do along with information on ski rental and snowboard rental in Spanish ski resorts.
Switzerland is a landlocked country situated in Western Europe. Germany lies to the north, the west borders France, Italy is south and Austria and lichtenstein sit to the east. There are 3 basic topographical areas, the Jura Mountains up in the north, The Swiss plateau (middleland) and the Swiss Alps in the South. The famous Matterhorn mountain is situated on the border of Italy in Valais. with so many mountainous regions it's not suprising the Swiss love Skiing and mountaineering.
Offering first class resorts with all the charm you could ever want for a ski holiday. Sometimes we are not sure where to look, at the stunning mountain vistas or the delightful chocolate box buildings which local craftsmen have painstakingly carved and decorated. The skiing and boarding is superb, accommodation at a high standard and enough runs to challenge all levels.
Looking for great service from friendly ski hosts, crowd free slopes, and beautifully groomed runs? Skiing in America is an affordable option and the snow reliability means more and more of us travel across the pond every year. World famous resorts including Aspen, Vail, Telluride and Jackson Hole tempt skiers & snowboarders alike and at the end of the day you can enjoy the ambiance of the Wild West mining towns, good food and stunning scenery.
Skiing USA
You'll be delighted to know that in most of the US ski resorts Snowbrainer offers a very special 'to your door' delivery service. We understand how the long flight can leave you a little tired so when you rent snowboards and skis with Snowbrainer we deliver them right to the door of your condo, apartment, chalet or hotel room. But the service doesn't stop there, if you are out on the slopes and need assistance with your equipment one of the dedicated team will bring replacements or make adjustments for you on piste ,at the lift base or back in the comfort of you hotel.
Click on the links in blue to see information about individual ski resorts in the USA. You will find information on weather, where to ski, where to stay, where to rent skis and snowboards and what to do.
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