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Carinthia: Austria’s hidden gem for family ski holidays
Date Posted: 12 August 2026When it could be your only ski holiday of the year, it’s understandable that you might want the reassurance and familiarity of a big-name resort, even when that means paying higher prices and sharing the mountain with thousands of other skiers. But when you’re taking the kids, your priorities change. Rather than hundreds of kilometres of pistes and a lively apres-ski scene, you might prefer an easy journey to the ski school meeting point, uncrowded slopes, and some fun things to do when tired l...
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The most affordable ski resorts in Austria
Date Posted: 25 March 2026Choosing the cheaper option can sometimes mean sacrificing charm, but not in Austria’s case. In fact, many of the country’s most affordable resorts are also among its most picturesque. Traditional villages such as Alpbach, Kirchberg, and Westendorf allow you to enjoy the classic Alpine ski holiday – traditional wooden chalets, sweeping mountain views and pristine pistes – for less. Better still, many of these resorts are linked to much larger ski areas. That means you can stay in a great value ...
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The most affordable ski resorts in Europe
Date Posted: 26 February 2026Any ranking of the cheapest ski resorts in Europe worth its salt must reckon with the true meaning of value. Because, while the total cost of the holiday is important when you’re skiing on a budget, so is getting bang for your buck. That is, does the trip deliver enough quality skiing to make it worthwhile? That’s why we’ve divided our breakdown of cheap European resorts into three separate categories – small (50-100km), medium (100-200km), and large (200km+) – and as well as giving you a tota...
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Best family resorts in Austria
Date Posted: 17 February 2025Family ski holidays are some of the most memorable times of your life. The children rushing around with excitement at the sight of fresh snow, hot chocolates up the mountain, and opportunities to mess around with new friends after ski school are all unmissable moments – and we’re here to make sure your Austrian family ski holiday is full of them. We’ve rounded up the stats and insights from the team to give you the lowdown on which Austrian ski resorts are great options for a family. Austri...
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Best resorts in Austria for an early-season December ski trip
Date Posted: 09 February 2025Early-season skiing in Austria is a great option if you're looking for quiet slopes, minimal queues, and great snow cover for your December ski holiday. Most resorts that are open around this time also put on lift pass discounts for the first few weeks of their season, making it a great way to save some money. You may even get lucky with sunny weather – we’ve looked at data for sunny days in the past few seasons to give you an indication of what to expect. Finally, you’ll probably notice...