Tropical islands just abroad? Yes, in Germany, the Tropical Islands hall awaits those who long for sun and relax on a beach with golden sand. You can wear a bikini here even in the middle of winter. Many of us dream of a vacation in the tropics, especially now, when we are still waiting for winter and trying to prepare for frosty days full of snow. Unfortunately, the hot islands are far away and not everyone can afford an exotic trip. However, if someone is very thirsty for sun, beach and palm trees, you can visit our western neighbors - loose sand and warm water await guests abroad, in Germany.

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Let's move to the frosty areas of Austrian ski resorts, and more specifically to one giant beating the competition with the number of lifts and slopes. This is Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Leogang, the pearl of Salzburg. Few resorts can offer skiers as many opportunities as Austria 's largest ski region, Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Leogang. There are 200 km of ski slopes serviced by 56 modern ski lifts and cable cars waiting for guests looking for madness on the slopes. Snow is guaranteed here thanks to the artificial snow system. The whole thing is completed by the variety of routes and extensive tourist infrastructure - for those who love skiing, a holiday in Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Leogang is a guarantee of great fun.

Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang

There is a place in the south of Austria with ideal conditions for winter sports and the sun is shining exceptionally bright. This is the Nassfeld Pass, a charming corner of the Alps. Austria is a country with which few countries can compete in terms of the quantity and quality of ski resorts. It is difficult to choose one center, because the offer is so rich that you can get dizzy - small and large resorts, ideal for families with children and for lovers of crazy parties. Undoubtedly, one of the most beautiful ski areas in Austria is the resort located in the south of the country, on the Nassfeld Pass. Extremely well insolated, with guaranteed snow - what more could you want when you are planning a skiing holiday?.

Skiing in Nassfeld

Austria can boast an exceptionally wide range of skiing for families with children. One of the popular family friendly resorts is Almenwelt Lofer, located near the border with Germany. Winter still cannot reach Poland. It settles somewhere abroad, so everyone who lacks snow has to look for it in another country. It definitely came to Austria, where you can ski for a good dozen or so weeks. If you are looking forward to a winter holiday filled with all-day madness on the slopes, you should go to Almenwelt Lofer , a resort located approx. 42 km from Salzburg .

Almenwelt Lofer

Switzerland is famous not only for banks, queues, cheese and clocks. She is also popular with ski resorts, including Laax - one of the favorite training places for freestyle enthusiasts. A holiday among mountain peaks is a dream not only for skiers. People in love with winter and snow will enjoy their stay in the Swiss resort of Laax, located in the Glarne Alps. The diversity of the local slopes will ensure fun for all skiers, and freestyle fans will be delighted. They have a real field to show off here! The resort includes the resort of Laax, Falera and Flims - three beautiful resorts located in an even more beautiful mountain scenery.

If freestyle, Laax

If someone is delighted with the beauty of the Hochjoch Glacier, he should come to Maso Corto. Especially when you feel at least confident while skiing - the routes here are mostly steep and quite difficult. Maso Corto (Kurzas) is the main ski resort of Val Senales , the Italian valley lying at the foot of the aforementioned glacier. It is easy to get to the top of Hochjoch, and is considered by many tourists the most beautiful year-round ski area in Italy. And the valley itself is very popular with families with children. The main reason is its beauty, tourists are also tempted by the lack of crowds and friendly prices. It is a favorite training place for national teams.

Maso Corto - the pearl of the Val Senales

When it is too dark outside the window, the days are gray and unpleasant, you want to be in a place where it is warm and soothing - for example, in the thermal park relaxation pool. Snow may not spoil us, but the temperatures - especially at night - can make many people dream of a proper heating of the bones. Is there a better place for it than the thermal springs? There are plenty of healing water baths both in Poland (it is enough to mention Terma Bania in Bukowina Tatrzańska or thermal pools in Zakopane) and abroad. To take advantage of the wide range of swimming pools, saunas and jacuzzis, you do not have to travel far. Our Slovak neighbors have several tempting complexes where you can relax as much as you want.

Gino Paradise Bešeňová

Far from Poland, in Krasnodar Krai, there is a resort where in a few weeks there will be thousands of ski lovers. Russia's Sochi is the proud host of the 22nd Winter Olympics . For many it is simple - if skiing, then probably the Alps or other mountain ranges rising up towards the sky from the European continent. Not on another one, because it is too far, and besides, too expensive. However, when someone who is not afraid of hundreds of kilometers decides to go on a winter trip, and can afford a fairly large expense, the boundaries may shift significantly. As a result, it can focus on resorts that a skier with a thinner wallet is unlikely to think of. For example, about the famous Russian resort of Sochi, located on the Black Sea.

Winter Olympics - Sochi 2014

This is by no means an article about the promotion of drunk skiing. Bania is a charming, intimate ski resort, perfect for a family trip and learning to skate on two boards. Those who love skiing and counting down the days to winter holidays, probably dream of medium or large ski resorts with a wide range of lifts and slopes. They can't wait to test their skills, get an adrenaline rush and gain the recognition of the observers. On the other hand, beginners do not always feel comfortable in such resorts, especially when they see the performances of advanced skiers on the slopes, and they stand on skis, swaying with every movement. In such a situation, it may be a good idea to go to a smaller resort and gain self-confidence on specially prepared slopes, among other skiing adepts. Learning is then great fun, without stress, that someone will look at us disdainfully.

Skiing at BANIA

The largest ski resort in Norway, Trysil, tempts tourists with the best slopes in the country and the most beautiful views. Modern lifts, a wide range of après ski and snow guarantee is the perfect holiday. There is no shortage of places ideal for skiing in Norway. Especially when we go to the eastern part of the country and visit its largest ski resort, the magnificent Trysil . It advertises itself as the resort with the best prepared slopes and slopes in all of Norway. In Trysil, we have 66 excellent slopes served by 31 lifts. The season lasts here from the beginning of November to the end of April , and snow is guaranteed by the snowmaking system. The big advantage of the resort is the possibility of going up the mountain with the same lift and downhill along routes of all difficulty levels. Three slopes are connected by one system of lifts and ski slopes, thanks to which we can reach any place without taking skis off.

Trysil - skiing madness in Norway

Choose the largest and most crowded ski resort or take advantage of the offer of his smaller friend? In the case of the Italian resort of Marilleva, the decision is easy - it is a guarantee of a dream vacation. The largest ski resorts attract with a diverse offer. Like modern housing estates, they provide visitors with everything they need. The interest in the most famous resorts is so great that in the high season they are mercilessly crowded. To be able to count on a place in the hotel, reservations must be made several weeks in advance. However, you can do it differently - focus your attention on a smaller center, hugging the giant. Staying in it will guarantee us easy access to the main attractions of the region, and at the same time will allow you to avoid the crowds.

Marilleva ski resort

There are places where you can relax like nowhere else. There are no crowds, noisy discos and no traffic jams. One of such places is Montmorillon, the Book Town in France. In the era of smartphones, tablets, computer games, which more and more people play passionately while driving a tram or bus, it is less and less common to find someone who reads an ordinary paper book. Some even make the bold thesis that hardly anyone reads them today. However, this thesis is not so much bold as it is untrue - there are still many lovers of literature on paper. Maybe you just see less of them on a daily basis.

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