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More time on the snow DOESN'T mean more money . . . I've done it before, and I'm doing it now... My spend for a month on the snow has ranged anything from £1500 to £6000+ That's major costs like pass + Accommodation + travel That's some peoples weeks holiday Fun Fact: My season pass here cost me just £352, that's less than one week in the Three Valleys I've done it the expensive way (Resort hopping, hotels, eating out) and I've done it the budget way (Airbnb, one area) There's a tonne of ways you can make it work if you want to I'm talking about as a remote worker or just a flat out ski bum - seasonnaires are a whole other breed What can you start thinking about now? Format What are you going to do, travel around or stick to one area? How long can you go for? Can you sublet your place? Time it for a contract end? Who you going with? It's way more affordable to do it with 1 or more people The BIGGEST decision and cost factor is ski pass You will rack up a tonne of costs if you choose to purchase every day you ski individually The most cost effective way of doing it is to get a season pass, these can be for one area or for multiple, some spanning a whole region. I've listed ALL the major European Season passes on my website: Snowclans.com: Planning tools > Season Pass (link in bio) These are this seasons prices. NOTE: You can get major discounts if you buy as early as this Spring. Check it out to get a feel for what you can get I'm going to be doing more reels on planning extended ski trips / seasons as this one comes to a close so stay tuned. FIRST I'm heading out to the Maurienne Valley in France for 2 weeks and sampling some of the resorts there Valloire, Orelle, Valfrejus, Val Cenis and a hop over the border to Bardonecchia #skiseason #skicamp #snowmad #digitalnomad #remotework #eurotrip #ski #snowboard #snowpark #skitour #freeride #chaletgirl #resort #snowshoe #natureheals #smallbusiness #skiclub #boarder #slowlife #lifestyle #mountainlife #gayson

All these are sub £250pp in March . . . Sure you've seen some ridiculous deals come up on Sunweb for lesser known resorts, but wondered if it's worth it? Here's a few that come up regularly with a breakdown of the need to knows. I've put this in order of best to worst options for a weeks holiday Le Grand Domaine (165km) pass usually 266 Euro/ 6 days 2400m Max St. François Longchamp (1650m) or Valmorel (1350m) Train+ Bus available or Shared services Decent size for people getting to grips with skiing Val Cenis (125km) 239 Euro/ 6 days 1300-2800m A multiday pass actually allows for 350km of downhill skiing: 1 day in each of the other alpine ski areas (Aussois, Bessans, Bonneval-sur-Arc, la Norma and Valfréjus). if you're willing to make the commute via Local bus or car Train+ Bus available, average transfer Dévoluy Massif (100km) 213 euro/ 6 days 1500m to Max 2400m Superdevoluy (Bigger, more facilities) and La Joue du loup (V Small, traditional) Pain in the bass by public transport, no shared services Transfers pushing 3 hours+ Les Orres (100km) 1550m - 2720m Long transfers 3hrs + but train possible More red's than the first 2 but still a small area Purpose built THINGS TO NOTE Who do they suit? Beginners + Intermediates who cruise, those of you who want to enjoy nature and not just rip through km after km of piste ALTITUDE Fine for peak season, a gamble for late in March do not depend on lower learner slopes at all, conditions are an absolute gamble for the lower halves of these areas Would I book these for the last week of March? Personally no But they'll have some great deals for next season too so watch out. I'll do another reel on the deals I would choose. Follow me for more shortcuts to getting a great ski holiday #skiweekend #skischool #familyski #learntoski #skideals #skichalet #skiclub #alps #snow #mountainlife #adventuretravel #activeholidays #familyfun #snowman #chalet #alpine #mountains #esqui #skifahren #skiurlaub #aktiv

My pick at the budget end of the range for March . . . It's still possible! I've sifted through the options so you don't need to bother. What am I weighing up? Altitude, size and ease of transfer = Great value Résidence Les Chalets de Valoria Ski in/out Valloire £250pp Self Catering 23rd March Area: 165km (1450-2750m) Train+ Bus transfer possible Decent for those who want a relaxed holiday Résidence Les Terrasses du Corbier Pool on snowfront, self catering £304 or Hotel Mont Corbier Half board £384 Le Corbier, Les Sybelles 300km (1500m - 2800m) Ugly but functional, most accomodation on the snow, all the basics you need in a resort but nothing more. Purpose built. Good for advanced on a budget Train + Bus Tip: Hire a car and get shopping on the way Résidence Méri-Bellecombe 3 Valleys, Brides-les-Bains 600km £409 pp Self catering 25min Gondola to Meribel - this is a great budget option to ski the whole of the 3 valleys from the centre Residence dei Walser Monterosa, Gressoney La Trinité £489 One for the powder lovers Monterosa Freeride paradise awaits Shared transfers or train+bus available Based on 2 people sharing Have you seen or got any other great deals? Disagree? Let me know! All transfer and ski area info on Snowclans.com #snowclans #skiseason #soloskiing #adventuretravel #backcountryski #skitouring #soloadventure #powderhounds #skitrip #travelhacks #snowboarding #ski #travelinspo #travelmore #esquiar #esqui #snow #nieve #neige #schnee #snowboarding #alpineskiing #monta #montagna #skialpin #carveyearround #skifahren #mountain #skialpine

No need for overwhelm when planning a getaway . . . Self- build holidays can be far cheaper when you know what you're doing Flight times that suit you , No Saturday transfer hell, Unusual itineraries and multi-centre trips , Booking direct for discounts... 1. Location First: Pick your ski area Size, pass price, transfer options, town vibes - filter by them all and then save to your personal shortlist Only digital guide that focuses on the details that people care about Visit "Where to ski" at Snowclans.com 2. Travel Skyscanner Not as obvious as you think 1. Flexible dates - search and then Click "show the whole month" to find the cheapest fares. 2. No set destination? Search all the ski airports and find the cheapest flight (Find out resorts by airport at Snowclans) REMEMBER If you're going to get a shared transfer or public transport, factor in running times and book an early flight outbound + late flight for the return. Trainline Easy international train travel journey planning and booking inc Coach options PS. Remember most European trains open up 3 months in advance, with the timetable and ticket release in November You can search routes beforehand to get a view on pricing & journey times Equipment Pre-book Hire Equipment Alpin Resorts can save you up to 65% on hire You can pick the shop that suits you best in location and pricing Accommodation Booking.com Hear me out - search using Booking.com to get a temperature check on pricing & availability Easy way to filter through facilities too BUT Visit Tourist board websites for value Book direct for potential discounts and more availability Picked your Resort? > Go to the official website and download their app Easiest way to get slope opening, lift opening, resort bus and Off-ski activity info LIVE Do you have an easy method for planning your ski holiday? Let me know! #laclusaz #chaletlife #naturelovers #mountainview #montagne #paysage #neige #ski #neige #paysage #alpes #vacances #mongrandbo #legrandbo

What are your criteria? . . . Here's the criteria I use to cut down my choices: Well over 50% of Skiing above 2000m I don't trust global warming, I want as much snow as I can get and that means going HIGH Connected Slopes I'm not particularly fond of areas that are split up into mini-areas, I want 100s of Km connected up by Ski 200km+ Area Look, I do a lot of skiing, I get through a lot of miles - I absolutely LOVE exploring new places and navigating without the map (Until I get myself stuck in a loop) Novelty is like crack for me A lot of the time this is on piste because I value my life and can't afford a private guide 24/7 Easy Transfers My preference is a resort with train all the way there (or close) - no traffic bs, cheap for singles. Depending on if i'm on my own, if I'm travelling on peak days or not, if people are coming to visit in my trip etc. The choice differs, but there's one thing about me, I ain't messing about with multiple connections Only exception is I will 100% take that hellish 4hr bus transfer to Tignes for the snow How do I find them? Snowclans.com > Where to ski I've compiled ALL the European ski areas with the key information needed to narrow them down PLUS pre made collections #apresski #highaltitude #skiweekend #snowtrain #snow #snowboard #eurostar #dolomites #pyrenees #alps #nordic #rockies #epicpass #ikonpass #skiweek #gayskiweek #holidayplanner #travelhacks #skichalet #luxuryholidays

Shortcut to pick your end of season holiday: If you're growing more and more jealous of the ski holiday pictures, it's not too late even if you can't go in March A lot of resorts plan to close right after Easter week (or even during) but we've got your options listed Spring skiing is a great option if you're all about the *vibe* Pros: Cheaper accommodation, cheaper lift passes, sunny days Cons: Shorter Ski days due to slushy snow, potential of fewer open runs Remember - these dates can shift forward if things heat up too quick, so I advise going right after Easter if you can Closing dates Obertauern - May 1st Ischgl - May 1st Arlberg - April 21st Obergurgl-Hochgurgl - April 21st Saas Fee - 21st April Verbier - 21st April St Moritz - 28th April Jungfrau - 28th April Tignes / Val d'isere - 5th May Val Thorens - 5th May Paradiski - 28th April Rest of the 3 valleys - 28th April Zermatt & Cervinia - 5th May Livigno - 1st May Cortina d'Ampezzo - 1st May Anyone planning on an Easter or Post-Easter Trip? Skiing, Snowboarding, Snow, Mountains, Slopes, Powder, Resort, Chalet, Apres-ski, Gondola, Lift, Adventure, Winter, Alpine, Snow-capped, Ski Lodge, Freestyle, Snowfall, Ski Gear, Ski Vacation

🥐 Edition - Menu hacks Ever wonder, what the hell is that? When looking at a menu. Never fear we've got you First of all, remember you're having Euro measures Pint = 500ml Demi = 250ml 🍻There's a few "beer cocktails" popular in France that make for a refreshing change🍻 🍋Panaché Classic, half and half lager and lemonade - Shandy ❄️Monaco Beer, lemonade, and grenadine syrup Usually some of berry or pomegranate adds a fruity twist 🍊Picon Adding a bitter orange liqueur shot 'Picon' to the beer, usually to a lager or wheat beer 🫐Tango Just a shot of grenadine in your beer 🍷🍹What about if you don't like beer? You'll almost always find a Vin Chaud (Warm spiced red wine) or Grog (Warm Rum - black tea, lemon juice, honey) and of course, as you're in france, plenty of wine. 🥃Want to try a local shot? Génépi is a alpine plant and popular aperitif, it's in the sage family if you want a hint at what it's like. They also loveeee an Anise based liquor Soft Drinks for you? Diabolo menthe - Ever see someone with a bright green drink? It's Mint syrup and lemonade Sirops - Essentially french squash, a lot of bars and restaurants have a variety of flavours Schweppes agrumes - THE BEST soft drink, grapefruit fizz, way less sugar than a coke too Hot Chocolates - You'll always be asked if you want cream (chantilly) or not, and can opt for a shot of rum or something in it too. Anything you think i'm missing? What's your go to apres drink in france? #apresski #skischool #skibreak #skivacation #mountainlunch #hotchocolate #fireball #chairbeers #frenchalps #alpine #esqui

Thinking of switching it up? Here's the top need-to-know about skiing in Spain. The majority is in the north on the border of France, in the Pyrenees Baqueira Beret (165km) // 286 Euro The largest and arguably the most upmarket and best infrastructure. It's well known as a stop on the Freeride World Tour, so you know that if it's big off piste you seek then you will be in for a treat. If you're not staying at the base and choose a village, driving is the best option. La Molina (145km) // 311 Euro More local than international, this is the only one you can get a Train to, direct from Barcelona so expect weekends to be BUSY. This is a pretty functional resort, suited to a few days Formigal (143km) // 294 Euro Actually closer to the West coast and San Sebastian A relaxed, purpose built resort. There's actually some challenges to be had. Again, best to have a car around here and move between Formigal and Panticosa Odd one out and the most famous of them all is actually south of Spain near Granada Sierra Nevada (107km) // 310 Euro This is the southern most resort in Europe but it's high altitude makes it a unique visit. Very good provisions for beginners here, but not a lot on piste for the advanced. After snowfall however, there's a lot of good accessible off piste. How are those pass prices looking for you? They jumped MASSIVELY in the last season, they're some of the highest prices per KM in Europe, averaging about 2.5 Euro per Km. The European average is around 1.8 at last calculation, but I've got to re-run the data. Buses seem to be a shortfall of Spanish ski resorts, with poor connectivity and timing. You can learn more and compare them over at Snowclans.com #skitrip #snowclans #neverridealone #travelhacks #solotravel #soloadventure #snowboarding #ski #travelinspo #travelmore #skisunday #snowboarding #ski #travelinspo #travelmore #skiurlaub #vacation #reisen #skischule #alpenliebe #snowboarden #kaiserwetter #skisaison #aktivurlaub #ferienwohnung #s

⬇️ Don't let stereotypes stop you from exploring some AMAZING ski areas . . . . It just takes a bit of forethought (or some last minute breath holding) Dynamic pricing is big in America, but most of Europe operates on a fixed fee that varies by low and high season. Fixed fees are great because it makes it easy to compare and one less thing to rush to buy or plan for. However - Dynamic pricing can work in your favour if you're a planner All these resorts have dynamic pricing on their lift passes, some vary more than others - you can get over a 1/3 off pass prices just by booking significantly in advance. eg. If you buy now (12/1) a 6 day adult pass in Arosa in March, you can pay 283 Euro - that's 20 Euros less than the European average, and 80 Euros less than a standard 3 valleys pass Zermatt St. Moritz Villars - Gryon Arosa 4 Vallees Gstaad Laax Aletsch Arena Crans Montana Want to know more about these areas? See how the price compares to your favourites? I have the full list of European lift pass prices on my site - head to Snowclans.com. Every single European area is on there, details on size, altitude, terrain and travel You can save a shortlist on your profile, signing up is free Now let's be clear, this doesn't let you escape the overall cost of accommodation and food in Switzerland, but if you are smart and compromise, you can. Have you been? #swisstravel #skiswitzerland #swissalps #skiseason #skimore #skipass #verbier #nendaz #sion #freeride #cervinia #fondue #alps #boardercross #freeride #powderday #skichalet #skihostel #skiluxury #luxuryholidays #skitouring #nordic #wintertravel #skiinfluencers #fallline #inthesnow #skitrain

The EASIEST discount you'll get . . . This new promotion is a no brainer to take advantage of Vialattea ski area is a huge 400km playground spanning the French-Italian border. Once the host of the winter Olympics, this is one of the few must ski areas for those who like km on km of slopes. Pick you resort wisely, depending on the vibe you want it has something to fit everyone - I've got the whole area run down on snowclans.com (you can use the link in bio or comment below to get a link) I'd personally pick Sansicario or Sestriere to be right in the heart of the area. You can access it by getting the train from Turin to Oulx with Trentitalia, then there's follow on buses to the resorts. 25% -20% off 6 day passes when you show a rail ticket from the last 3 days Pick up the pass in Sestriere, Sauze d'Oulx, Sansicario, Cesana Torinese, Claviere and Pragelato That's a huge saving on an already great value area. €182 (instead of €243) or €195.50 (instead of €261) - low vs high Season All you have to do is sign up to their free loyalty cards CartaFRECCIA or X-Go Have you ever been? Google "via lattea trentitalia" for the full T&Cs #vialattea #trentitalia #skimore #skidiscounts #traintravel #skibytrain #snowtrain #skitransfers #skiholidays #cheapskiholidays #Claviere #montgenevra #Sansicario #Sestriere #skiitaly #skivalue #skiline #snowclans #skichalet #ecoski #skigreen #sustainabletravel #milkyway #bigskiareas #skiseason #esqui #skitips

Some things are just worth the luggage space... So far this season, despite the 13+ seasons I've been fending for myself, I thought nah, I NEVER need these things, I'm just going to Yolo it. I have regrets almost immediately 🥾Snow/Ice suitable boots❄️ This may seem obvious, but for the majority of my ski trips I really could have made it work without them. The towns have either been cleared regularly or the snow simply didn't make it to them enough to be a problem. This time? Ice, rain, snow all at once My knee ligaments are fighting for their life, and so are my trainers. I should have worn my ugly ass hiking boots and/or invested in a new pair of Vans MTE's TIP: If you don't want to bother with boots, you can get grips to add to the soles of your trainers. 🧤Spare Gloves🧤 Like I said, rain or heavy snow- it happens, even at the 2100m+ I'm skiing in. I was SOAKED 1. Re-waterproof your gloves 2. Bring a spare set, don't be a hero 3. Check your Airbnb has a hairdryer 👕Gym/Swim Gear 🏊‍♀️🩱 Now, this might not be everyone's cup of tea, but I like doing something on storm days - If i'm travelling solo I'm not going to be going to the pub to apres on my own. Most large resorts have a public pool if where your staying doesn't have one. TIP: Public pools in france DON'T ALLOW board shorts for men, speedos or tight trunks guys. Embrace the continental way. Anything you tried getting away with? I'll be going live with all the conditions and recommendations from Tignes, Les Arc and Val T over the next few weeks. #stormday #snowstorm #tignes #valthorens #familyskiholiday #skiholiday #skiweekends #earlyseasonski #skipass #snowbard #snowpark #snowtips #wintertravelhacks #highaltituderesorts #mountaintown #skibus #esqui #skiurlaub #lgbtqiatravel #travelsmart #skiinfluencers #fallline #inthesnow #k2 #moncler #apresski #foliedouce

For those who prefer serenity over Folie (Douce) Not everyone wants the go-go-go, bumping apres, busy streets and adrenaline fuelled crowds of a lively resort. Escape back to nature, hear your boots crunch on fresh snow in quiet old town streets, admire ancient crafted chalets, settle down for a cosy dinner in a local restaurant. Grimentz Val d'Anniviers (192km) Valais, Switzerland Chocolate box Switzerland in a powder paradise Villeneuve - Le Bez Serre Chevalier (250km) France This Hamlet is all you need, wander down to the river to watch the glacial water flow and pick a bar in the old town. Head next door to the spa town for Les Grands Bains du Monêtier San Vigilio di Marebbe Kronplatz (120km) Dolomites Italy Village square, cobbled streets, typical painted frescos in South Tyrol Gstaad (Surrounding villages) Bern Switzerland The villages and towns surrounding Gstaad are protected chalet villages, showcasing the ultimate Swiss alpine architecture. Plus, they're far better connected to the ski area than Gstaad itself. Anywhere you have particularly enjoyed? Check out all the facts on the website, plus the full collection of areas with "Traditional" resorts. #serrechevalier #grimentz #zinal #gstaad #briancon #bern #skiholiday #valais #skimore #skiandspa #mountainspa #alps #wintertravel #skiideas #snowboarding #secretescapes #luxuryski #skibreaks #skiaustria #dolomites #getoutdoors #skiinfluencer #traveltips

Innsbruck Edition❄️🥨 Look, theoretically you can go anywhere for a short break, but ideally you'd want: Short transfer Don't need a big area (can save cash on passes) Good value travel People really underestimate travel cost impact, no matter the length you save on pass, hire and accommodation, but you've still shelled out on travel + transfers. Austria is a great option because of its' infrastructure - Trains are cheap (€18.80 each way) with standardised pricing, and there's a plethora of results with very quick transfers, direct by train. 5 easy options, for various needs: Seefeld (40min train) // 32km If skiing is secondary to enjoying apres, spa's and wonderful scenery then this is ideal For a tiny area, Seefeld has a great selection of accommodation and has that traditional town feel and aesthetic Kühtai Glacier ( 1hr coach) //44km If you're all about the skiing and want good snow reliability, this is one for you A purpose built resort, it's no postcard, but it gets the job done for a day or 2. Stay here or in Innsbruck itself (then you can also go to Nordkett, Innsbruck city's direct access freeride mountain) Fügen/Kaltenbach (1.5hr train) // Technically 2 trains, but worth it imo. Well kitted out for self catering, or some good value, nice all inclusive hotels for all budgets. The skiing is varied and fun, the towns are lacking, but who cares if you're there for 2 days and have a nice accommodation? Hopfgarten (1hr train) // 270km Part of the huge SkiWelt area, get a direct train and enjoy your time in this laidback town. If you're going to need a bit more km, but are still looking for a relaxed area - the tree lined runs weave across this range in small sectors, it's a bit maze like in a fun way. St. Anton (1hr train) // 300+km That's right, the world famous area is only an hours direct train If you want rowdy apres ski or big, powder friendly, area's or both - then this is the place to go Probably not your cheapest option #innsbruck #nor

❄️ The ultimate feeling of freedom❄️ Feel alive again Stunning scenery, great new cultures to explore, life giving adrenalin, delicious food. Need help knowing where to start? Whether you want to find new friends, or go alone. Find an area that fits you. Know the best value ways to plan. I built Snowclans.com to share all this information, after nearly 15 years of planning my own Solo adventures PLUS I share tips every day on here. Follow me for my trips this season, I'm going to be re-visiting some of Frances best names to see if they're really living up to the hype - first up is Tignes for some early season powder #tignes #valdisere #espacekilly #discovermore #solotravel #soloqueertravel #digitalsnowmad #snowclans #snowbunny #apresparty #skiadventures #luxuryski #skichalet #powderski #greenslopes #beginner #snowdome #snowplough #valloire #skiinfluencer #skiguides #teacherski #soloparentski #nofomo #womenwhoski #gaysontrays #diversityinsnowsports #grandmassif #snowboarding

❄️🚋 At your FINGERTIPS Immediately see which one's suit you and save to a shortlist, all for free. Why should you give a **** about trains? They're cheap transfer options, available any day of the week, they don't encounter traffic and they help save the planet. I got sick of seeing the same resorts always mentioned in articles and shortlists - so I scoped out every decent size resort in Europe and made a site. How do you know the resorts are for you? The dashboard shows: Size Pass Price Location Attributes such as: Altitude, rider level, resort vibe Click through into the detailed Area Guide pages for all you need to know on the area, including planning your route. 🚋🚊⛷️ Follow the link in bio or just head direct to snowclans.com and "where to ski" > "resorts with Train stations" in the menu I spend my winters touring resorts, nerding out about all there is to do with Skiing in Europe and posting everything I learn, so if you want some inspiration and knowledge to shortcut your holiday plans - check out my profile #skiseason #snowboardseason #winternomad #skibytrain #eurostarskitrain #eurorail #interrail #soloskisolutions #traintransfers #skitrain #skiweekend #shortskibreak #skinerd #skivalue #pow #luxuryskitravel #worldskiawards #skiinfluencer #wintertravelinfluencer #apresskiexpert #laclusaz #chaletlife #naturelovers #mountainview #montagne #paysage #neige #ski #neige

⬇️ Here's mine, what are yours?? . . . What do I mean by advanced? I mean relative to the average leisure tourist. I can straight line it down most runs, and whilst I love the speed, I have the most fun when there's a bit more spice. I look for bigger gradients, fun undulating terrain, variety and length. 1. Serfaus Fiss Ladis I won't rest till I go back here, the only area I've skied so far that I can say that about. It's not cheap, for passes or accommodation, but it's well worth it. 182km 323 euro / 6 days A lot of the piste map is reds that really do mean red, which is absolutely fantastic. There's enough across the piste map to explore the whole area and not get bored over the course of a week. I would say I probably wouldn't recommend for those with a group that includes people who like cruising easy runs all day. However if you're a couple who like skiing fun challenges and you have kids? Fantastic choice, the Ladis ski school zone is huge. 2. Saalbach Hinterglemm I challenge anyone who's skied a fair variety of places to not agree that the piste ratings on this area are a bit more lax than other resorts. You'd have to pick your blue runs carefully if you were just starting out, that's all I'm saying. I personally love it, there's some good decent length runs to sail down with lines that will get anyone's heart pumping. Where they are graded blue and red, it means there's plenty of width to do so whilst keeping everyone safe. Where else should I go? I've heard good things about Verbiers terrain, obviously - maybe the Arlberg? All advanced ranked areas are searchable on my website, save them to a shortlist and have them on-hand with all the details spelt out for you. #skimore #serfaus #fiss #ladis #tirolsnowcard #saalbach #skicircus #hinterglemm #skitirol #discovermoreski #skiguide #soloskiguide #skiseason #skitouring #powderskiing #advancedskiresort #challengingskiarea #verbier #freerideworldtour #queeradventure #adventuretravel #apresskiparty #sk

⛷️👇 Plus close to Megeve for advanced skiers... What one are you thinking of? Espace Diamant! The ski area comprises six traditional alpine villages, including Flumet, Notre-Dame-de-Bellecombe, Praz-sur-Arly, Les Saisies, Crest-Voland, and Cohennoz. Each village in Espace Diamant has its unique charm and character. Resort Choices Notre-Dame-de-Bellecombe or Crest-Voland are the best choices for connections across the entire area. Stay in Les Saises if you're with non-skiers who love nordic, there's tonnes of tracks. Stay in Praz-sur-Arly if you want a short trip to check out Megeve's slopes too. ⚠️Safest to choose any of these resorts as an option during peak season, due to the skiing being below 2000m! That's the same risk you run when you choose Megeve, but at a much lower price point. 1.5hrs from Geneva, it's a painless transfer Check out the area page by following the link in bio, it's got all the details on transfer options, pass prices, piste map etc. Tell us - have you been before? #nordicski #skiholidays #familyskiholidays #shortskibreaks #skiweekends #frenchskiholidays #discoverthealps #cheapskiholidays #valueskiing #solotraveller #soloskiers #solosnowboarders #espacediamant #prazsurarly #valdarly #megeve #montblancmassif #savoie #skimore #skibum #freerideworldtour #risefestival #earlyseasonski #whitechristmas #esqui #skiurlaub

🙃 aka. Pretty much always . . I've yet to find a group who are willing to spend all their disposable income on Type 1 snow based adrenalin, so until then I need solution. I've been doing this for 12+ years In fact I've got a whole site about it, and now you're here with me too, so let me give you a real quick overview of your choices. I'm doing every single one of these this season so watch this space 1. Facebook groups: There's a bunch of groups such as 'facebook ski club' 'Solo on the slopes', 'solo skiers UK' etc. DM me for a full list. Cons: Risky one could say, hard to search, pot luck 2. UPCA France These are All-inclusive weeks across France based in UPCA's, which are large youth hostels. You get 3 meals a day (which absolutely BANG), hire, pass, accommodation and tuition if you want. Starting at £600 They even do specialist instruction like off piste at varying levels for amazing value. I'll be in Val Thorens checking them out this December so stay tuned for videos. 3. Solo-specific holidays There's a bunch of providers who cater specifically for solo's, often hosting in a Chalet. The range of areas covered is quite limited, but for a one off it's a great fix. I've always found the groups I've been in absolutely fascinating people Check out the snowclans.com website for my directory 4. Last minute bargains from tour operators No shade to these guys but often the single person supplement and offering is poooooor However, there's some deals to be had especially from Shared chalet owners last minute trying to fill rooms Personally I panic too much to leave it last minute 5. Camps Additional cost aside, you get riding buddies and for things like off piste, a guide so you don't die. It's a win for me. 6. Good ol' Airbnb I don't know at what point Hotels become so ridiculously poor value, but you can often get a lot more for your money in an airbnb - A cheap studio is no problem on your own when space isn't an issue. Want to socialise? #snowboardcamps

❄️ Magical unique area The mountain range on the Spanish & French border has a lot of local love, but is still under-represented in the international markets consideration (if we park the resorts in Andorra) The Pyrenees has some modest size areas that are worth considering, especially since the pass prices are well under the 300 Euro average Spain Baqueira Beret // 165km //286 euro Formigal // 143km // 228 euro La Molina // 145km // 258 euro France Saint-Lary-Soulan // 105km // 261 euro Grand Tourmalet // 100km // 222 euro Served by Toulouse, Pau and Barcelona airports. ⚠️For solos and couples, not all of them are simple to get to using cost effective transport options, especially the French resorts. ❄️La Molina however is accessible by direct train from Barcelona ❄️Baqueira Beret is served by Shared coaches stop in Vielha, which is 15min taxi or 20 min bus (ALSA - Baque-Les) to Baqueira. 🚗Those driving or getting a taxi, expect a minimum 1.5 hr transfer Feel interested? There's resort profiles on the site with all the details, travel info, piste maps and all #spanishpyrenees #frenchpyrenees #pyreneesskiing #esqui #skifahren #skiurlaub #skiholidays #alternativeskiholidays #familyskiholidays #skiweekends #spanishskiing #alternativeski #apreski #skiholidayplanning #holidayplanning #holidaydayplanner #skiinfluencer #skiguides #skiareaguides #lamolina #grandtourmalet #formigal #BaqueiraBeret #saintlarysoulan

⬇️What's the deal with this tax free paradise?⛷️ Skiing in "Andorra" isn't a single ski area The biggest area is the semi-recently linked up Grandvalira - 210km In fact, when you buy a multiday pass in Grandvalira it's the "Andorra Pass" and for covers Ordino Arcalís and Pal Arinsal totaling 300km+ Being a small country they are all close by road 👍Pro - High average altitude, simple direct transfers from Barcelona, cheaper average food and drink cost 👇cons - not all the infrastructure has been updated yet, some quite short runs, 2.5hr transfer, exposed above treeline skiing ⚠️ Tour operator search warning Many of the cheapest options that come up will be for La Massana and Arinsal These are on the smaller, lower Pal Arinsal area (<100km) Absolutely fine for beginners, but especially Arinsal with the local area comprising of a handful of slopes, not the best base for a fulfilling ski holiday ❄️🏂 Grandvalira Options There's 5 resorts to choose from... ✳️Pas de la Casa Younger focus Lively apres selection Not the best looking resort Cheaper end of the scale - purpose built dominates ✴️Soldeu Busy main road - not the most family friendly Lively atmosphere Not a huge selection of off-ski alternative activities ⭕El Tarter Most accommodation is within easy distance of the slopes Good restaurant selection More subdued apres When it comes to quick access to the focus of the ski area, Camillo and Encamp are slightly further removed. ❇️Camillo has it's own small sector of runs Including a great kids/ families area Great for those who want a quiet holiday 🔵Encamp Has no return ski runs The "Funicamp" gondola takes you all the way up to the top of the ski area in 15min. First resort you encounter on the way from Spain Interested? The full guide, complete with all transfer options on the site #Grandvalira #andorra #skiandorra #skimore #skiholidays #skiinfluencer #skieurope #skiguide #snowboarding #snowaddicts #skiaddicts