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Bansko is acknowledged to have the best snow record and the
longest ski season (starting from Dec 15 until May 15) of all ski resorts in Bulgaria
An old cobbled town having a 20-minute gondola link to a ski
center 12km up the mountain, comprises the brave new world of Bulgarian skiing.
Located in the Pirin mountains, 150km beyond Borovets toward the Greek border,
it has outdone its rivals in some respects, featuring a bigger ski area, 80 per
cent of it covered by snow cannons, and more advanced lifts, including an
eight-man chair. If snow conditions are excellent, it is possible to take on
the 16km descent starting at the top of the mountain to Bansko.
There are advantages in staying in an historic town rather
than a purpose-built resort, especially one with a variety of well-appointed
hotels. The Grand Arena is the best, a low-rise luxury complex near the
gondola. The Bansko is set in the outskirts of town, while the more traditional
Pirin is ideal for its central location and tavern restaurant.
Tourists on a tight budget need not worry as there are
several lodging places at Bansko to choose from. An affordable place to stay is
at Gondola Apartments & Suites situated 300 meters from the ski lift. Their
modern studios and apartments have fully furnished kitchens, private parking
and free Wi-Fi. Other services offered
include bicycle hire, luggage storage,
linen service, lift, elevator, and gym.
Borovets
This is the largest and oldest of Bulgaria
Borovets bears two unlinked ski areas on the same
north-facing mountain. You will be able to get to the upper region through an
old 'egg'-style gondola, with the primary nursery slope and a complex of
mountain restaurants located at the top. Three farther draglifts service a
series of pistes along the ridge, mainly rolling blue cruisers, though they are
marked red on the map. They are manicured daily and pleasant to ski, except
when the wind factor kicks in. This is bad for beginners, who find themselves
stranded and bruised above of an ice mountain. More ambitious skiers can
traverse farther out through the ridge with a guide to the picturesque but
unappealingly called Avalanche area.
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