Austria's SkiWelt
UNDER £400 – SKIWELT AT YOUR FEET
Searching for a fantastic value and affordable skiing holiday with your friends? Then look no further than the Schindlhaus apartments in Söll, providing a perfect base to explore the SkiWelt. As Austria’s largest interconnected ski area, there are 279km of pistes to explore with flattering blues and reds, some great terrain parks and an exciting array of non-ski activities. Lively Söll knows how to party too and the apres-ski scene won’t disappoint! Directski (www.directski.com) has 7 nights at the self-catering Schindlhaus Apartments in Söll with prices starting from £344 (was £541) per person, based on 4 sharing, including flights from Gatwick and resort transfers. Departs 23rd March. For more information on the SkiWelt visit www.skiwelt.at
UNDER £500 – KITZBÜHEL IN YOUR REACH
Highly regarded as one of the most cosmopolitan resorts of the Alps, Kitzbühel offers extensive and varied terrain, a beautiful medieval town centre and a more sophisticated nightlife. Kitzbühel doesn’t have to come with the high price tag and there are plenty of affordable places to stay too. The 3* Hotel Strasshofer is ideally located in the heart of the pedestrianised centre and Thomson Ski (www.thomsonski.co.uk) has 7 nights, with prices starting from £445 per person (was £595) on half board, including flights from Gatwick and resort transfers. Departs 23rd March. For more information on Kitzbühel visit www.kitzbuehel.com
UNDER £600 – ALPBACH SPARKLES WITH THE NEW SKI JEWEL
The resort of Alpbach has been the name on everyone’s lips this season as the valley was lift linked with Wildschönau at the start of the season. The new ski area of the Ski Jewel was created, opening up a combined area of 145km of pistes. Any visitor to Alpbach can’t fail to be captivated by the traditional charm of the mountain village and the genuinely friendly locals who welcome you. Iglu Ski (www.igluski.com;
UNDER £700 – LAUGHING ALL THE WAY TO THE SLOPES
Fun and laughter will take over the resort of Mayrhofen as the Altitude Comedy Festival rocks into town from 18th – 22nd March. Curated by Andrew Maxwell, some the biggest names in comedy, including John Bishop, Marcus Brigstocke and Germany’s top comedian Michael Mittermeier will ensure you have all the entertainment you need to enjoy the ultimate skiing holiday. Crystal Ski (0871 231 2256; www.crystalski.co.uk)
UNDER £800 – SOLD ON SӦLDEN
Sölden often gets overlooked by Brits but has much to offer. An excellent late season snow record, extensive slopes with some challenging areas, an efficient and speedy lift system, and a broad choice of mountain restaurants are just some of the reasons to add Sölden to your must-visit list. There is also the terrain park above Giggijoch, Swatch Snowpark, and a really lively après-ski scene too. Neilson (www.neilson.co.uk;
UNDER £900 - EASTER ACTION IN ST CHRISTOPH
Aim high this Easter and make the most of the spring skiing conditions in the ski-in-ski-out resort of St Christoph. Situated in the famous Arlberg ski area, the resort offers some of the most exciting skiing in the world. Inghams’ 4* Chalet Hotel St Christoph is a superb accommodation choice thanks to its location and facilities, including a lounge area with bar and a swimming pool with scenic mountain views. Inghams (www.inghams.co.uk;
OVER £1000 – TOP OF THE MOUNTAIN IN ISCHGL
If you want to travel at Easter and aren’t just motivated by price then Ischgl would be a great choice. Following tradition, Ischgl’s Volkswagen Mountain Move will host the legendary ‘Top of the Mountain’ concert, which takes place on Easter Monday, 1st April. With the line-up to be announced shortly it serves as a teaser to the grand finale end of season concert with Deep Purple, taking place on 30th April 2013. Located high in the Paznaun valley in the heart of the stunning Silvretta mountains, Ischgl is just as famous for its nightlife scene as it is for its extensive high altitude skiing and snowboarding. Ski Total (www.skitotal.com;
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