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SKIING
TYROL – THE IMPERIAL ALPS
Innsbruck and the Olympic Ski World Region
The
Tyrol Alps of western Austria is one of Europe's best, most convenient
and affordable ski destinations. The scale of this famous Alpine destination
is vast, with miles of downhill ski runs over an incredible choice
of pitch and terrain. Start with Innsbruck the capital of the Tyrolean
Alps, ruled by the Hapburgs Emperors for a couple of centuries, and host
city to the 1964 and 1976 Winter Olympics. Easily reached by train within
two hours of Munich, Innsbruck is a vibrant city full of culture, nightlife
and history. In Innsbruck you can stay right in the center of the city
and still reach the slopes by funicular and cable car within 20 minutes.
Or get your thrills on the newly redesigned ski jump tower just at the
e edge of town. Stay at the Innsbruck Hilton and the ski jump is visible
from your hotel room on the way to the casino downstairs. At the historic
Goldener Adler Hotel (see Goldener
Adler Innsbruck) in the center of
the old city, the funicular is two blocks.
Innsbruck - Olympia Ski World
Innsbruck
and its Olympia Ski World region has a total of nine ski areas encompassing
80 lifts and 177 miles of cross-country trails. You can
find a package to suit any budget at Skihotels
Innsbruck .
You don’t need a car with Innsbruck as your ski center. A free
shuttle will take you to any of the nine ski areas. Five nights (Sunday
to
Friday) can cost as little as €335 a person, including half board,
a four-day ski pass and bus service to the ski slopes of Axamer Lizum
and Glungezer.
Come early or late in the season, and get a 10% discount off the accommodation
package. Though you don’t have to stay in the big city - the
small villages around Innsbruck in the mountain glens above are full
of charm
and affordable accommodations. At the Gasthof Isserwirt in Lans, doubles
start at €50 per person www.isserwirt.at
Scheffau – Super Ski Week
The Tyrolean resort of Scheffau is regarded as one of the best starting-points to access the Ski Welt, Austria's largest interconnected ski area with around 173 miles) of marked slope trails. The Gasthof Bärnstatt in Scheffau is offering guests a "Super Ski Week" for stays between March 13 and April 5, 2010. Prices start at €642 for a double room, for seven nights. Half board for two is included, as well as a six-day SkiWelt lift pass to the entire area, and free transport in the owner's own private ski bus.
St. Anton am Arlberb – Snow Crystal and Wedel Weeks
The season opens with a popular package for Snow Crystal Week (November 28th to December 5th), when ski passes are 25% off the normally low, off-season rate. Pick from a slew of package deals offered by hotels and low cost pensions. After Snow Crystal Week comes a pair of Wedel Weeks. From December 5th to 19th, St Anton am Arlberg sweetens pre-Christmas with more special offers.
Olympia Region Seefeld – Power Powder
The five
villages of the Olympia Region Seefeld are located on a south-facing
plateau
at an altitude ¾ of a mile high, only 20 minutes away
from Innsbruck Airport and 90 minutes from Munich’s International
Airport. Known for the beauty of its landscapes and excellent cross-country
skiing, the unique location of Seefeld always expects early snow. Great
deals include three night stays for two in a B&B double starting
at € 261, including a "Happy Ski Card" three-day ski pass.
Stay for seven nights and the rate starts at € 561, with a six-day
pass. Packages are offered in the 3, 4 and 5 star categories.
Save on your Ski Holiday Budget in the Austrian Tyrol
The Tyrol Alps region has a whole range of B&B's, small pensions
and farmhouses that offer accommodation for less coin. Cozy and lesser
known mountain villages offer the best value, with no less hospitality.
Tailor your ski pass to your particular needs. Don't buy a six-day pass
if you are only going to ski in the mornings, or if you plan to spend
your week on the blue runs. As delicious as the alpine cuisine is on
the mountaintop, local markets will gladly pack sandwiches to take away
in the morning for a more frugal lunch on the slopes. Or save on slope
passes and just build a snowman with your family, start a snowball fight,
or go sledding. Don’t be shy to make the local tourist office your
first stop. Some offer passes with a week worth of discounts on local
restaurants and other après-ski spots and use the pass booklets
to find free local events and entertainment. Remember - hotel rates in
Europe include taxes and service charges, and usually breakfast. “Half-board” rates
include breakfast and dinner – though wine and drinks are extra. © Bargain
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SEE ALSO:
IGLOO
HOTEL ZUGSPITZ
SKI
FLYING IN OBERTSDORF
HOFBURG IMPERIAL
PALACE
INNSBRUCK
BELL MUSEUM & FOUNDRY TOUR
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