Ski Holiday to Spain
Many people do not realize it, but a ski holiday to Spain offers some excellent
opportunities for skiing and snowboarding. Being the second most mountainous
country in Europe, and with up to 5 months worth of snowfall, Spain is an
increasingly popular ski holiday destination.
Baqueira Beret in the Catalan Pyrenees is Spain's largest and most popular
ski resort. This purpose built resort caters for all skiing abilities,
including some seriously challenging black runs. Not only does it boast an
extra hour of sun per day than the Alps, but Baqueira Beret has some
extremely good quality snow throughout the season. For years, this resort
has been one of Europe's best-kept secrets, shared by a knowledgeable band of
skiers who have found a ski holiday to Spain to be an excellent alternative
to the tourist trap of the Alps.
The main resort of Sierra Nevada offers plenty to do for those on a ski holiday
to Spain. Not only does it cater for all grades of skier, but also the World
Alpine Ski Championships have been held in the resort, indicating Spain’s
rightful place as a top ski holiday destination.
With the warm sunny weather, value for money and excellent entertainment and
facilities, Spain comes highly recommended. There is plenty to do other than
ski, with a wide variety of bustling bars and restaurants all helping to keep
you occupied. You can also take the opportunity to visit the historic city of
Granada (just 30 minutes from the resort of Sierra Nevada), or even be in the
Costa del Sol within 2 hours. Ski holidays to Spain are growing in popularity
with every year, so be one of the first to try out this up-and-coming resort
before the crowds catch up with it!
