10 Dec 2019
Once again the Eastern European resorts of Bulgaria have dominated the cheapest ski destinations in Europe report with both Borovets and Bansko taking the top spots, offering consumers the best value for their money this winter. This welcoming news was announced in the recent Post Office Ski Resort Report which compiles data from leading ski resorts around the continent to put together a comprehensive report detailing which destinations provide the best choice available to clients.
The report found Borovets cheapest when it came to a complete ski package including a six-day ski pass and ski/boot hire for one person, together with ski
03 Dec 2019
Although usually not the first ski destination that comes to mind, more and more holidaymakers are turning to the non euro country of Bulgaria as their ideal skiing destination with its fantastic facilities, excellent ski runs and general value for money in resort.
As the true specialist to the up and coming ski destination of Bulgaria, Balkan Holidays are delighted to offer some incredible late deals to the popular resorts of Bansko and Borovets flying direct from a choice of UK airports including Gatwick, Manchester, Newcastle, Bristol & East Midlands throughout the winter season.
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03 Dec 2019
London, 3rd December 2019
Late Great Ski Deals
Geordie Snow
Spend a week on the slopes in January and enjoy great après. Ski or board from just £218 per person including return flights from Newcastle, transfers, 7 nights’ self-catering at the 3* Aparthotel Winslow Infinity, Bansko, Bulgaria departing on 18th January 2020, based on four sharing. Save 48%
New Route from Northern Ireland
For the first time, those in and near Belfast can fly with Balkan Holidays to a choice of three ski resorts in Bulgaria. Flights depart on Sundays from 29th Dec to 1st Mar inclusive. Those booking this route receive a free ski lesson at We are
22 Nov 2019
With increased capacity out of East Midlands and Newcastle this Winter, more guests can take advantage of Balkan Holidays’ ‘City and Ski’ option.
Those flying home to Bristol, East Midlands, Manchester and Newcastle can spend their final day in the city of Sofia, Bulgaria.
Sofia is Bulgaria’s bustling, cosmopolitan capital and a compact and characterful place. It is young, lively and appealing, with numerous bars and cafes. Churches, treasure-filled museums, art galleries and leafy parks could keep visitors busy for a week. Once checked out of their ski resort, Balkan Holidays guests will be driven the couple of hours by coach
21 Nov 2019
Everyone at Balkan Holidays is deeply saddened to hear that Thomas Cook has entered into administration this morning, and our thoughts are with all customers and employees affected.
All customers who have booked a holiday or flight with Balkan Holidays via a Thomas Cook travel agent, be it ski or for next Summer, can rest assured that their booking is secure and will proceed as planned. In the first instance, customers should speak to our call centre team.
Further information and details of replacement flights will be published on the dedicated website thomascook.caa.co.uk, but this is a major operation and there may therefore be some
21 Nov 2019
Balkan Holidays are delighted to announce the confirmation of Yanko Popov at our Telegraph Ski Festival stand this year.
Yanko Popov is the manager of the Ski and Snowboard School, Ulen in Bansko, Bulgaria. He will be on the Balkan Holidays stand for duration of the festival to answer any questions regarding skiing in Bansko, whether about the resort, the pistes or the tuition available through Ulen. Or indeed more general questions about your skiing or boarding technique.
Yanko was born in 1962. He graduated with a Master of Science in Sport Management. As a student, he fell in love with winter sports and in 1985 completed his ski
08 Nov 2019
According to the Post Office report for 2019, Bansko, Bulgaria is the Best-Value Ski Resort for families. The report compares the cost of a lift-pass, tuition, lunch and drinks on the mountains and skis and boot hire for a family of four. In all, 25 resorts were compared.
The cost of all the items in Bansko was £1529.72, a reduction of 0.3% since last year.
Head of Marketing for Balkan Holidays, Louise Newton said, ‘It is no surprise that Bansko tops the list, as the resort offers incredibly low-priced items. That makes it perfect for families, especially those with children who are learning to ski and need an entry-level
01 Nov 2019
Like every year you can expect to find our representatives from Balkan Holidays present at one of the biggest events in the travel Industry - at the WTM!
Balkan Holidays have been operating for over 45 years and specialise in holidays to Bulgaria, Croatia, Montenegro, Slovenia and Romania.
Please make a note of our stand number and visit us this week to find out more and talk to us about opportunities.
WTM Stand Number: EM735
21 Oct 2019
Great decision, you want to return to the slopes! With Balkan there is a loyalty bonus of 5%, so you’re already saving.
Our advice for year two is to lower your expectations of what you learned last time, and take it slowly. Definitely prepare by getting fit (see our previous blog article). It’s a good idea to keep a Trello.com list of ‘stuff you’ll need’ for each day to help you avoid forgetting anything.
Lessons are great at any level, especially if you are unfamiliar with the resort you’ve chosen. You’ll get to know the slopes in safe company and then have spare time to explore your favourites.
You may want to
16 Oct 2019
Preparation for a ski/board trip is key. This is especially true if you are a beginner, as there will be many falls (on soft snow!), and lots of physical demands, such as carrying skis. So, to get most enjoyment out of your trip, the best advice is to prepare your body for a week on the slopes.
One of the key challenges is the strain put on your thighs as you ski. After a day many will find their legs complaining and shaking, and you can avoid this by being prepared. Core stability is also key, for balance, for a good ski posture, and to get up when you fall.
As with all sport, warming up and stretching at the end of the day are
