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Ski resorts in Europe: where can you have a cheap vacation in 2024?

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Bulgaria: Bansko and Borovets
Slovakia: Jasna (Jasná Nízke Tatry)
Romania: Poiana Brasov
Slovenia: Krvavec and Vogelj

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Ski resorts in Europe: where can you have a cheap vacation in 2024?

A mountain vacation in Europe doesn't have to be expensive, as there are a huge number of ski resorts in Europe to suit all tastes and budgets. Find out more about the best budget European resorts where you can have a great time this winter

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Ski resorts in Europe do not have a single pricing policy, so everyone can find a vacation that suits their budget. However, during peak seasons, most resorts significantly increase prices for hotels and restaurants, as well as for lift tickets for snowboarding and skiing.

So, which ski resorts have the lowest prices and where to spend your winter vacation this year, we will tell you in the article below.

Bulgaria: Bansko and Borovets

These are two ski resorts in Bulgaria where you can relax on a budget even during the peak season (December through April). Ski passes for a week here will cost about 200 euros. And the cost of budget accommodation for a week is from 300 to 600 euros (with meals).

Bansko ski resort

Both resorts are located at an altitude of about 2500 thousand meters above sea level and have good infrastructure, many trails of different difficulty levels and offer many additional entertainment options. At the same time, Bansko is a relatively new resort that has managed to win over winter vacationers from all over the world.

Slovakia: Jasna (Jasná Nízke Tatry)

Jasna is the largest ski resort in Slovakia, located at an altitude of just over 2000 meters above sea level. It is rightfully called one of the best in Eastern Europe, but the prices here remain affordable. Here you can buy both very budget ski-passes for ~150 euros per week and more expensive ones - from 270 euros, which include free skiing at night. The season here lasts from December to April, and both beginners and professionals can go skiing, as the resort offers trails of different difficulty levels. Accommodation, compared to the resorts of Bulgaria, will cost tourists a little more, on average - 100 euros per night in a double room.

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At the same time, the town of Liptovsky Mikulash is located 14 kilometers from the ski resort, where one of the largest water parks in Central Europe is located.

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Romania: Poiana Brasov

This ski resort is located almost in the heart of the Carpathians, and therefore is particularly popular in Romania. It is located at an altitude of just over 1000 meters above sea level. At the same time, you can find accommodation here from 75 euros per day. Ski passes for a week will cost from 110 euros per person. It is important to note that in addition to the usual slopes of varying difficulty, there are two ski jumps and a ski jump.

The resort is especially popular among tourists because of its good ecology, incredible landscapes, and clean air.

Slovenia: Krvavec and Vogelj

These are two high-altitude complexes that will enchant you with a special atmosphere, because they are quite small but located in an incredibly picturesque place. At the same time, Vogelj is home to the longest ski run in Slovenia - the Žagarje Hollow. The cost of ski-passes for a week here starts from 180 euros, and accommodation from 75 euros per day.

Krvavec Ski Resort

In addition, there are many tourist locations near these two resorts that are worth visiting, especially in winter.

If you are planning to go on a winter vacation to a ski resort, don't forget to take care of the appropriate insurance in advance. After all, skiing and snowboarding carry potential risks that can not only ruin your vacation, but also hit your health and wallet. You can take out an insurance policy for skiing and snowboarding on our website. Read more about the benefits of specialized insurance and how it differs from ordinary travel insurance here.

We remind you! A tourist tax will be introduced in many popular tourist destinations in Europe. Read about the amounts involved and where you will have to pay for entry in January 2024 in our previous article.

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