The ski resort of Bansko, Bulgaria (Photo: ShutterStock)
Winter is already in full swing and while in Israel it usually doesn't really mean much beyond a gray day and a little rainy here and there, in Europe - which is going through a serious cold wave this year - it means a lot of snow.
Therefore, there is no more ideal time than to go on a fun ski vacation in one of the selection of ski resorts spread across the continent next to us.
Many of the ski resorts are in a location that is not far from airports to which low cost flights arrive directly from Israel, which makes the price particularly comfortable and the flight easy and without the hassle of various connections.
Various credit cards available on the market allow you to accumulate points and use them as credit to purchase airline tickets, hotel stays and vacation packages.
But there is a difference between the cards.
The max company SKYMAX credit card is unique in that it allows you to fly on all airlines, including low cost.
In addition, the ratio of accumulating points is extremely profitable: for every 160 NIS you spend on the credit card, you get one SKYMAX point (when paying to institutions you get one point for every 320 NIS spent).
This means that spending 5,000 NIS per month generates points worth 375 NIS per year (each point is worth 1 NIS).
The points can be redeemed to book a flight, hotel or package on the SKYMAX website when the price shown on the website is the final price, without payment additions such as port taxes and other fine print.
The SKYMAX website also provides customer service by email and phone.
The selection of flights is the same as that which will appear on any travel website.
Ski Val Thorens in the French Alps (Photo: ShutterStock)
The selected ski destinations for the winter of 2023
We asked Lior Bosso, a ski holiday expert from the SKYMAX website, to recommend selected ski destinations for this winter, which can be reached easily and cheaply with SKYMAX points.
Andorra, Spain
On the border between Spain and southern France lies Andorra, a tiny independent country, with a population of about 77,000 people.
This minimalism does not stop her from offering a large and high-quality skiing area as well as good hotels and spa complexes.
The ski surfaces are also suitable for beginner skiers.
Anyone interested in learning to surf there - can learn in a group or hire a private instructor.
A significant advantage of Andorra is that the skiing holidays there - as well as the costs of training - are significantly cheaper compared to more prominent sites in Europe.
How to get there: by direct flight to Barcelona in Spain or Toulouse in France, and from there a journey of about an hour and a half.
Bansko, Bulgaria
Another cheaper destination than usual.
Bulgaria is generally a cheap country for tourists, as is its well-known ski resort in the town of Bansko.
Its surfing area extends over 250 km - not an area that is considered large, but who needs more? As with Andorra, here too the area is suitable for beginner skiers. Those interested in a long weekend of skiing will definitely find themselves here and will be able to choose from a long line of ski resorts Hotel at all levels and dining in good restaurants. There are also excellent spa complexes in the town. "An ideal place for a ski vacation at a fair price," sums up Lior Bosso.
How to get there: direct flight to Sofia and from there a drive of about an hour and a half.
Dolomites, Italy
The Dolomite mountain range in northern Italy is part of the Alps.
The surfing area there dominates 650 km, which makes it one of the largest surfing areas in the world. The site is suitable for surfers of all levels, for couples and families. "Everyone is catered for there," Buso promises. When it comes to accommodation, you can choose from the small towns located in the area that allow you to enjoy from a unique atmosphere. Of course, fine Italian food is also abundant. From the hotel, the ski resort can be easily reached by cable car at the service of the skiers.
How to get there? Direct flight to Milan or Bergamo and from there a trip of about 3-4 hours.
The three valleys, the French Alps
Another surfing area that is one of the largest there is: 600 km which includes about 200 surfing routes. From this it can be understood that the area offers routes suitable for all levels - from the very beginner to the true professional. Buso. "You leave the hotel - and you are already on the slide, without the need for a cable car.
How to get there? A direct flight to Lyon in France or Geneva in Switzerland and from there it's about a two-hour drive.
Meiropen
, San Anton and Ischgiel in Austria
The surfing sites in Austria are mainly identified with a young crowd. Beyond various and varied surfing routes - including those that are not paved at all Therefore, they are suitable for advanced skiers and snowboarders, they also offer a nightlife filled with parties and bars. The Austrian ski resorts are considered to be of a high level. The snow in them is deep, their level of maintenance is optimal and the surfing areas are excellent."
How to get there: a direct flight to Zurich in Switzerland or to Munich in Germany and from there a two-hour drive.
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Ski vacation in Andorra (Photo: ShutterStock)
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