Specialists tourist metasearch momondo prepared a selection of five alternative ski destinations, where you can go this winter and not spend a fortune on a trip.
Jahorina (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Stands proudly among the highest peaks of the Dinaric Alps, the Bosnian mountain Yaxorina looks very tempting for the ski lovers. Its broad and accurate slopes competitions were held among skiers during the Winter Olympic Games 1984 in Sarajevo - and now here come the lovers of active sports, which is important to ride on the slopes of the world standards. Season lasts from October to May and peaks in February. However, you can not just go down the slopes, but also to explore the mountain trails, sledding, breathe fresh mountain air and taste the different varieties of brandy on the background of beautiful scenery. The favorable location of the resort is 30 km from Sarajevo allows you to combine leisure and walking around the city.
The cost of an adult ski pass: 5 days - from 74 EUR
The average cost of a day in a 3 * hotel: from 1200 rubles.
The average cost of the flight Moscow-Sarajevo-Moscow in January and February: 11 900 rubles.
Krasnaya Polyana (Sochi, Russia)
Krasnaya Polyana has developed a rare mountain-sea climate, due to which the weather remains favorable year-round and features a sunbathing even on the snowy slopes of the mountains. At the highest resort - "Rose Farm" - an all-new, built directly to the Olympics. Basically, it's not immediately realize that you are in Russia - a little copy of the building architecture of the Swiss Alps. The slopes are suitable for beginners and for those who like off-piste. After a busy day, you can visit the sauna complex «British-bath" and soak in a giant vat of hot water.
The cost of an adult ski pass: 5 days - from 124 EUR
The average cost of a day in a 3 * hotel: from 1800 rubles.
The average cost of the flight Moscow-Sochi-Moscow in January and February: from 5500 rubles.
Bansko (Bulgaria)
The resort is located at the foot of Pirin mountain range, where the ski season is one of the longest in Europe: from December to May. Come here to shoot the breeze on the slopes of both beginners and professionals skiing. The nearest airports are in Bansko Sofia Bulgarian and Greek Thessaloniki. In addition to book in advance transfer from both cities to the resort can be reached by public transport. Those who are not enough to mountain slopes, enjoy a jeep trip Bansko Safari and local rink Bansko Ice Rink. Also located near Bansko healing hot springs village of Banya.
The cost of an adult ski pass: 6 days - from 175 EUR
The average cost of a day in a 3 * hotel: from 1000 rubles.
The average cost of the flight Moscow-Sofia-Moscow in January and February: 11 000 rubles.
Kranjska Gora (Slovenia)
Slovenia Kranjska Gora is located at the foot of the Julian Alps, where the ski season lasts from December to March. The resort is famous for one of the world's largest ski jumps, as well as the plains of extended cross-country trails. Local slopes are ideal for beginners and families with children. Alternatively, they can take a ride on a sled, snowboard and skate. For fans of extreme sports are organized climbing on frozen waterfalls. Get to Kranjska Gora best flight to the Slovenian capital Ljubljana, and from there you can reach both the shuttle and on a direct bus.
The cost of an adult ski pass: 5 days - from 138 euros.
The average cost of a day in a 3 * hotel: from 2000 rub.
The average cost of the flight Moscow-Ljubljana-Moscow in January and February: 11 000 rubles.
Zakopane (Poland)
This is the most popular resort in Poland, suitable for advanced skiers and snowboarders, and beginners. By the way, the services of the past will always be the local Russian-speaking instructors. Season there lasts a long time: from December to April. The nearest airports are near Zakopane Warsaw and Krakow, where you can be reached by train or bus. An important feature of Zakopane - on it is no so-called "ski-bass" (buses from the hotel to the slope), so it's best to look for a hotel closer to the place where the plan to ride, or to stay in the city center. A change of scenery after active recreation recommend local water park, and then return the power to help delicious Polish cuisine.
The cost of an adult ski pass: 6 days - from 158 EUR
The average cost of a day in a 3 * hotel: from 2000 rub.
The average cost of the flight Moscow - Warsaw - Moscow in January and February: from 10 000 rubles.