In recent years, Bulgaria has become one of Europe’s top ski destinations and the popular resort of Bansko will play host to the Women’s Alpine FIS World Cup over the weekend of February 28 to March 1, 2009. The women’s downhill is scheduled for Saturday, February 28 with the Super-G taking place the next day.
Balkan Holidays is offering free tickets to watch the event to all guests booking a holiday to Bansko which falls over these dates, giving holiday-makers the chance to enjoy a real sense of thrill both on the slopes and as a spectator to this event.
Offering great value for money, Balkan Holidays has ski breaks starting from just £349pp at the three star plus Apartments Mountain Residence. This price is based on a self catering one week holiday, with 6 adults sharing and includes flights, transfers, accommodation and supplements. A typical three-course meal can be from just £10 and a beer from £0.90, keeping costs low even when eating out in resort.
Bansko has everything to offer the novice or keen skier and snowboarder. The slopes are located above the UNESCO World Heritage town centre and you can take a gondola right from town to the ski area. The mountains offer more than 65km of marked ski runs appropriate for all levels, an extensive lift network, snow cannons, snow boarding facilities and winter sports ‘fun park’. Balkan Holidays offers a choice of ski packs, with learn to ski packs starting from just £124 per adult.
Agents seeking more information can call 0845 135 1114, or visit www.balkanholidays.co.uk |
