When thinking or planning a ski holiday, your initial thoughts likely revolve around immaculate slopes, snug chalets, and the exhilaration of gliding through untouched snow. And none can deny that these factors are the heart and soul of a winter getaway. However, there’s more to the table that can provide an additional element of distinction. Just think about what you aim to include in your travelling schedule, while starting planning leisure trips festivals. Therefore, why exclude them in this occasion? In fact, some ski resorts come with the presence of distinctive festivals than in combination with the scenery, are able to transform your journey into an indelible adventure.
Below, we will delve into three ski destinations and resorts, that are holding festive flairs, totally worthy of being integrated to your escape.
- The Tignes Film Festival (France)
Our first stop, is located in the heart of the French Alps, and is already a renown winter paradise due to its world-class slopes and exceptional snow quality. If you’re still on your researching phase and consider which month should you make your reservation to take advantage of non-ski related activities, or if you’re just curious to find out what’s more to implement in your schedule, the answer is greater than you think. Every December (with th exact dates varying each year), takes place The Tignes Film Festival, a gathering of winter sports enthusiasts, filmmakers, and adventurers who come together to celebrate the art of ski and snowboard filmmaking. These films are showcasing extraordinary feats, breathtaking landscapes, and the pure joy of mountain adventures. So, after immersing yourself in the world of skiing and snowboarding on the slopes, through the suitable ski passes by Erna Low, you get the chance to broaden your experience, off the slopes.
- “Top of the Mountain” Concert Series (Austria)
Our next destination, is offering high flexibility to our fellow travellers, as it’s being held for a longer period, during the whole ski season, with events taking place on multiple specific days.The stunning Tyrol region, with the impeccable slopes and vibrant après-ski scene of Ischgl ski resort, attracts an even bigger amount of visitors, interested in the iconic “Top of the Mountain” concert series. From late November to early May, an exuberant crowd is attracted exclusively for this spectacular event. After the sun sets behind the snow-covered peaks, you can find yourself in a massive open-air arena, where other fellow skiers are awaiting internationally acclaimed musicians and bands to take the stage. An unparalleled experience, a pulsating atmosphere that blends the adrenaline of skiing with the electric energy of live music.
- Bansko Opera Fest (Bulgaria)
For our last stop, we are headed to the Balkans and to a ski resort offering a range of prices that make skiing an affordable activity for a larger portion of the population, while still maintaining high-quality infrastructure. A cultural experience weaving together the elegance of classical music with the rugged charm of the ski resort, takes places typically in February, in different (usually) open-air venues, allowing attendees to revel in the majesty of both the music and the natural surroundings. The repertoire diverges, from timeless classic composers to more contemporary and experimental operas, as the organizers’ main commitment is to ensure that almost everyone will enjoy a sensory experience breathtaking and emotionally stirring, sensory
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