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re: Article: Money saving tips for Ski in BG
Author:Simon
posts : 525 (Expert)Date : 01-23-12 12:53re: Article: Money saving tips for Ski in BG
Hi Guys
Obviously, BG is considered a cheap ski location already but bearing in mind the current financial situation we are looking to see just how cheap we can make a trip to BG for a ski holiday.
If any users here have any of their own "top-tips" that they are aware of in their own "local" resorts (such as discount schemes, loyalty schemes, cheap transport/accommodation options, where to find fresh dog meat for free, etc. etc.) we would love to hear about them. Even if you want to ...
Obviously, BG is considered a cheap ski location already but bearing in mind the current financial situation we are looking to see just how cheap we can make a trip to BG for a ski holiday.
If any users here have any of their own "top-tips" that they are aware of in their own "local" resorts (such as discount schemes, loyalty schemes, cheap transport/accommodation options, where to find fresh dog meat for free, etc. etc.) we would love to hear about them. Even if you want to ...
Hi Guys
Obviously, BG is considered a cheap ski location already but bearing in mind the current financial situation we are looking to see just how cheap we can make a trip to BG for a ski holiday.
If any users here have any of their own "top-tips" that they are aware of in their own "local" resorts (such as discount schemes, loyalty schemes, cheap transport/accommodation options, where to find fresh dog meat for free, etc. etc.) we would love to hear about them. Even if you want to recommend (for example) a friends bar on the mountain who offers you a regular discount due to your loyalty, please tell us about it!
Thanks guys. Your help, as ever, is much appreciated!
Obviously, BG is considered a cheap ski location already but bearing in mind the current financial situation we are looking to see just how cheap we can make a trip to BG for a ski holiday.
If any users here have any of their own "top-tips" that they are aware of in their own "local" resorts (such as discount schemes, loyalty schemes, cheap transport/accommodation options, where to find fresh dog meat for free, etc. etc.) we would love to hear about them. Even if you want to recommend (for example) a friends bar on the mountain who offers you a regular discount due to your loyalty, please tell us about it!
Thanks guys. Your help, as ever, is much appreciated!
re: Article: Money saving tips for Ski in BG
book perlik, pamporovo its all inclusive eat and drink as much as you want.re: Article: Money saving tips for Ski in BG
Hi GaryThanks for the tip!
That will feature later in the series when we focus on Pamporovo. For now, we have Part One of the article online.
Once again, really appreciate feedback and feel free to add your own comments!
re: Article: Money saving tips for Ski in BG
I stay half board and take an empty tupawear box to breakfast with me.I then stock up on the bread cheese and ham that is always in abundance aswell as the boiled eggs and donuts.
Saves a small fortune on the lunches
re: Article: Money saving tips for Ski in BG
Hmm, I'd argue with you a wee bit on the dry slope issue. I taught on one for a few years whilst also working at a snowdome (Xscape in Glasgow) and still feel that for a beginner you are getting a head start on the basics, familiarity with equipment, button lifts, simple snowplough turns.
They are by no means ideal, dendix and snowflex are horrible materials and no friend to your thumbs or any skin that comes into contact with them, but they do give you a little head start over complete ...
They are by no means ideal, dendix and snowflex are horrible materials and no friend to your thumbs or any skin that comes into contact with them, but they do give you a little head start over complete ...
Hmm, I'd argue with you a wee bit on the dry slope issue. I taught on one for a few years whilst also working at a snowdome (Xscape in Glasgow) and still feel that for a beginner you are getting a head start on the basics, familiarity with equipment, button lifts, simple snowplough turns.
They are by no means ideal, dendix and snowflex are horrible materials and no friend to your thumbs or any skin that comes into contact with them, but they do give you a little head start over complete beginners, even if it is just knowing how to put all the stuff on in the first place.
I'd always tell people at the dry slope to get a session at the snow dome, just to illustrate the enormous difference in speed, but if it's a choice between a dry slope and nothing I'll take the carpet any day.
They are by no means ideal, dendix and snowflex are horrible materials and no friend to your thumbs or any skin that comes into contact with them, but they do give you a little head start over complete beginners, even if it is just knowing how to put all the stuff on in the first place.
I'd always tell people at the dry slope to get a session at the snow dome, just to illustrate the enormous difference in speed, but if it's a choice between a dry slope and nothing I'll take the carpet any day.
re: Article: Money saving tips for Ski in BG
There appear to be one or 2 innacuracies on that site Simon.Firstly I'd like to know where in Pamporovo photo 6 is taken from as it's not anywhere I recognise.
And secondly Chepelare is not a five minute drive from Pamporovo but is actually 10 km away.
re: Article: Money saving tips for Ski in BG
"How long does it take to drive 10km? ... Eh...10 kilometers is about 3-4 miles, so it will take you about 5-10 minutes at 30 M.P.H. But that's just a rough estimate.
re: Article: Money saving tips for Ski in BG
I have made this journey many many times in my life Niki - and believe me it is not a 5 minute drive.
re: Article: Money saving tips for Ski in BG
Niki a km is 5/8 of a mile therefore the distance would be 6.2 miles, at 30mph(50kph) constant speed that would take 12 1/2 minutes but adding in for acceleration and deceleration, hills bends etc would be nearer 15 mins or more.Sorry for the nerdy answer but as a proffesional driver I am used to making these calculations.
Don.
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I don't think I have ever been called twee before! LOL! I quite like that!
Robert TK - Horses for courses mate! And you make a good point about getting familiar with the kit but hope you agree everyone would rather do this at a snowdome?! After I got back from Canada I worked at Runcorn dry hill for a couple of days before I quit. I know what you are thinking - There may be some prejudice creeping in coming from the Rockies to Runcorn!!!! Maybe so, but just my experience based on people I ...
Robert TK - Horses for courses mate! And you make a good point about getting familiar with the kit but hope you agree everyone would rather do this at a snowdome?! After I got back from Canada I worked at Runcorn dry hill for a couple of days before I quit. I know what you are thinking - There may be some prejudice creeping in coming from the Rockies to Runcorn!!!! Maybe so, but just my experience based on people I ...
I don't think I have ever been called twee before! LOL! I quite like that!
Robert TK - Horses for courses mate! And you make a good point about getting familiar with the kit but hope you agree everyone would rather do this at a snowdome?! After I got back from Canada I worked at Runcorn dry hill for a couple of days before I quit. I know what you are thinking - There may be some prejudice creeping in coming from the Rockies to Runcorn!!!! Maybe so, but just my experience based on people I taught (mainly Army) over the years.
And I am slightly surprised the most contentious issue is the speed we all drive between between Cheps and Pamps! I really thought some tour rep would be out for my blood more than anything else!
Next article (Over the coming weekend) will be a focus on Borovets. The wonderful Jo Mein has already given us her top-tips but if anyone else has any suggestions would be glad to hear them.
Thanks all!
Robert TK - Horses for courses mate! And you make a good point about getting familiar with the kit but hope you agree everyone would rather do this at a snowdome?! After I got back from Canada I worked at Runcorn dry hill for a couple of days before I quit. I know what you are thinking - There may be some prejudice creeping in coming from the Rockies to Runcorn!!!! Maybe so, but just my experience based on people I taught (mainly Army) over the years.
And I am slightly surprised the most contentious issue is the speed we all drive between between Cheps and Pamps! I really thought some tour rep would be out for my blood more than anything else!
Next article (Over the coming weekend) will be a focus on Borovets. The wonderful Jo Mein has already given us her top-tips but if anyone else has any suggestions would be glad to hear them.
Thanks all!
