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Bansko from 31 March

Going to Bansko for the first time on 31 March. Can't seem to buy a lift pass, equipment etc in advance due to ? re whether the lifts will be open. Should I be panicking? What is the situation re currency and credit cards? Can I use visa? Do I need to take Bulgarian money? Can anyone recommend a ski instructor?

re: Bansko from 31 March

Glorious spring here. I doubt there will be enough snow to ski by the time you come - in fact I read on another board that Ulen were planning to close the mountain on the 22nd March although the most recent blast of snow seems to have delayed that. Certainly get insurance for the mountain closing and bring plenty of good books.

re: Bansko from 31 March

Thanks Mat. I've got a bad feeling about this. First skiing holiday in 10 years and it's not looking good!!!! Was really looking forward to Bansko too. We booked our accomm and flights ourselves. Can you get insurance to cover mountain closure????

Helen

re: Bansko from 31 March

Helen Mat is trying to wind you up. Bansko has had loads of snow in last couple of days and with more due.

You need to either take sterling with you and change in resort or change to Levs before you go. Do not rely on credit cards.

re: Bansko from 31 March

This was the reply that I had from Bulgariaski.com."It is still not known when will the ski season in Bansko end. Following the latest updates, it is expected the ski season to continue till Easter weekend (07 - 09 Apr) but it depends how much snow falls the next few days. Last year the ski season ended on 16th April".

re: Bansko from 31 March

DON'T PANIC! I have just called my Bulgarian contact in Bansko who said the lifts are NOT closing until 15 April. We are going out tomorrow morning for 8 days - yee-har

re: Bansko from 31 March

Helen click this link and read this posting. This is as up to date as you can get. i.e today.

http://www.skidvd.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4418

re: Bansko from 31 March

Daniel, Philippa, Suz

Thanks so much. Glad I didn't slit my wrists 10 minutes ago! Wizz flights were really expensive (relatively!!!!) cos we booked so late, and there is no way we would get our money back. OK. Better get my currency organised. Many many thanks.

Helen

re: Bansko from 31 March

Lucky you folk going out now after the dump of fresh snow. I am SO jealous and wish it was me going

Have a great time

Kim

re: Bansko from 31 March

Marks & Spencer were the best for LEV and you can find out on their website where their nearest Bureau de Change is inside most major stores. You can also order it on their website and they will send it to your home address. Commission FREE.

When you go out on 31 March, we will be coming home but have the next 8 days of skiing to enjoy. Just finishing off my packing now