What You Need to Know to Plan the Perfect Ski Trip in Europe

Posted by findskiholidays on October 17th, 2013

Europe is filled with many great skiing destinations with some of the most revered skiing destinations sitting right here in our backyard. Whether you are looking for a budget-friendly ski resort in France, Switzerland, Austria or the Italy, the team here at Find Ski Holidays can help you locate the perfect skiing resorts here in Europe that are affordable and family friendly. 

Val d’Isere, France

What’s not to love about this mountainous region in France? The Val d’Isere and Tignes area are collectively known as I’EspaceKilly, containing over 120km and 90 plus lifts in the area. The runs here are absolutely pristine. It’s like nothing you have ever experienced before if you are visiting the region for the first time. There are verticals of over 3,000 feet located throughout the mountain sides with a top elevation in the area reaching an amazing 11,300 feet. The village sits around 6,000 feet and offers a wide selection of entertainment and dining experiences that would be perfect for families travelling with younger children or adults looking for a romantic holiday alone. 

Portes du Soleil, Switzerland

Known to locals in the region as the ‘Gates of the Sun,’ Portes du Soleil skiing resort is located on the border of France and Switzerland. When you arrive in this village you will soon realise that it’s not all about the lifts and runs here, but the actual experience of being out in the open countryside surrounded by the beauty and wonder that nature has provided for us. This truly majestic site gives skiers the best that both France and Switzerland have to offer skiers in the region. In total there are 12 village ski resorts with about 280 trails and over 200 lifts in the area. You will never find the time to ski the entire region, but you may find yourself attempting to do just that. This region is perfect for families with younger children looking to learn how to ski for the first time. Many accommodations are including in the region such as lesson programs, tour guides, fantastic dining experiences, and a whole lot more.

If you are thinking about visiting either one of these fantastic destinations, let the experts at Find Ski Holidays put together an amazing package deal for you and your family. The customer service team there look forward to hearing from you. If you would like you can contact them here and get the process started today!

About The Author:

This article is written by John Sundin, who is also associated with Find Ski Holidays. Find Ski Holidays is a site that can help users find the perfect ski holiday. They provide neutral information, as they are not connected to any travel agency or hotel chain so you know that they don’t have a stake in whether you choose one ski holiday over another. They have an extensive knowledge about the travel industry and know how you can book at the lowest price. Their goal is to share this expertise with you.