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Bansko, ski hire, ski pass etc

skigal Author: posts : 13   (Beginner)Date : 10-13-08 23:11

Bansko, ski hire, ski pass etc

Hello, thinking about heading to Bansko in January. Never been sking before! Can anyone please tell me about ski hire, lessons etc? any suggestions? any idea of cost? Id appreciate any help, as totally clueless Surprised Razz
sam Author: posts : 13   (Beginner)Date : 10-13-08 23:17

re: Bansko, ski hire, ski pass etc

I would book a learn to ski package through the tour op usually a really great deal. You normally get ski hire, boots, lift passes and lessons for around £100 to £150, the lift pass is usually £100 on its own.

The best place to learn in my opnion is pamps lot gently slopes and increases your confidence quickly, Plus pamps has a better attmosphere and night life. Bansko is better if you can ski more challenging slopes.
damo Author:damo posts : 651   (Expert)Date : 10-14-08 01:28

re: Bansko, ski hire, ski pass etc

Pamps has a less reliable snow record and with the new Chalin Valog area there's plenty of scope for beginners in bansko. Bansko also has the 7km ski road you should be skiing by day 3 or 4.
skigal Author: posts : 13   (Beginner)Date : 10-15-08 20:26

re: Bansko, ski hire, ski pass etc

Thanks for replies. Was hoping to book it myself but called into travel agents today. they said a learn to ski pack in 194euro. anyone think i cud get cheaper if tried booking myself, as wud like to bk flights and accomm separately if could. Cool
Steve C Author:Steve C posts : 2898   (Master)Date : 10-15-08 22:18

re: Bansko, ski hire, ski pass etc

Hi Skigal, have mailed you but will reply as follows.
Learn to ski packs are great value, skis, sticks, boots, lessons and ski pass for £150.00...
Even based on last years prices (prices are going up this year but not much Smile) with your maximum discount (25% off lift pass) you would still have paid 584lv, about £250.00, based on 6 days, 4hr lessons...

These discounts are only available to travel companies in the form of learn to ski packs, they take some beating....
A 6 day pass was ...
Hi Skigal, have mailed you but will reply as follows.
Learn to ski packs are great value, skis, sticks, boots, lessons and ski pass for £150.00...
Even based on last years prices (prices are going up this year but not much Smile) with your maximum discount (25% off lift pass) you would still have paid 584lv, about £250.00, based on 6 days, 4hr lessons...

These discounts are only available to travel companies in the form of learn to ski packs, they take some beating....
A 6 day pass was 280lv, around £120.00 at todays exchange.

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Welshy Author:Gareth posts : 434   (Expert)Date : 10-16-08 13:06

re: Bansko, ski hire, ski pass etc

Our cost for 6 days pass, skis, boots, poles, & 4hrs a day for the 1st three days was IIRC £165
Bringer of good news Author: posts : 13   (Beginner)Date : 10-16-08 14:54

re: Bansko, ski hire, ski pass etc

it'll be overcrowded with people who can't ski and chavs destroying the town

you'll love it
Bringer of good news Author: posts : 13   (Beginner)Date : 10-16-08 14:54

re: Bansko, ski hire, ski pass etc

it'll be overcrowded with people who can't ski and chavs destroying the town

you'll love it
Welshy Author:Gareth posts : 434   (Expert)Date : 10-16-08 15:27

re: Bansko, ski hire, ski pass etc

If thats the case go in the 1st week of Apr - empty slopes and no Chavs.

Actually do chavs go skiing - it is really a middle class sport/holiday due to its high overall cost vs say a beach holiday.
cresswell80 Author: posts : 13   (Beginner)Date : 10-16-08 15:55

re: Bansko, ski hire, ski pass etc

plus i'm not sure if they do salopettes in "tracky bottom" material that you can tuck into your socks, or reebok classic ski boots...