This Ski Resort Was Just Named the Most Affordable in Europe-and It's a Dupe for the Alps

This Ski Resort Was Just Named the Most Affordable in Europe-and It's a Dupe for the Alps

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"But there has been a growing resurgence of ski areas that still offer an affordable day on the mountain, be they smaller resorts or even ski spots outside of the U.S. The ski insurance experts at SportsCover Direct took an interesting approach to the idea of affordable skiing by considering the cost of an après drink at ski areas that are considered Europe's most affordable ski destinations."

"At the top of the affordability list was Bansko, a ski area in the Pirin Mountains of southwest Bulgaria that is often considered a budget-friendly alternative to the Alps. The ski area has 15 lifts and runs that range from beginner to advanced. A single-day lift ticket at Bansko is just over $80 and a beer costs an average of £2 (under $3) and a hot chocolate £1.80 (less than $2.50), according to the study."

"Then, they reviewed the cost of a standard bottle of beer and a hot chocolate at each resort, with prices sourced from online menus and business listings. Following the Bulgarian ski area is Poiana Brașov in Romania, which claims to be "the biggest and most luxurious mountain resort in Romania." A beer at Poiana Brașov averages just over £3 (over $4) and a hot chocolate is £2.60 (just over $3.50)."