Tag: Skiing

What to do if you have to much snow?

February 18, 2017

Alta Badia, Dolomites, Südtirol, Sellaronda

Weiße Pisten, kühlere Temperaturen – perfekte Bedingungen für einen Skiurlaub! Aber was tun, wenn man zu viel Schnee hat? Und fragst du dich, wo du im Winter und zu Beginn des neuen Jahres zu viel Schnee liegen hast? Dann warst du wohl noch nicht in Alta Badia! Schnee und Sonne sind dort fast immer Programm!

White slopes, cold temperatures, the perfect condition for a skiing holiday! But what do you do if you have too much snow? Or where to go during winter and the beginning of the new year? If you do not know where then you have not been to Alta Badia yet!

Während unseres Aufenthaltes Anfang Februar in Colfosco, das zur Region Alta Badia gehört, sind wir vom Schnee überwältigt worden. An unserem ersten Tag war es wegen dem starken Schneefall ziemlich bewölkt, aber es hat uns überhaupt nichts ausgemacht. Ganz im Gegenteil, das anspruchsvolle Fahren machte viel mehr Spaß bei der Sellaronda.

During our stay in Colfosco, which belongs to Alta Badia, at the beginning of February, we were overwhelmed with snow. On our first day, it was quite cloudy because of the snowfall but it did not limit our day on the slope. On the contrary, it made much more fun driving the Sella Ronde.

Sellaronda ist eine der beeindruckendsten Skitouren Südtirols. Man fährt 40 km an einem Tag und sieht keine Piste zweimal. Die Tour hat für jeden Skifahrer Pisten. Es ist wichtig, dass du vor 10 Uhr losfährst, weil die Tour etwa 6 Stunden dauert.

Sellaronda is one of the most impressive ski resorts in South Tyrol. We skied 40km in just one day and you will not see any slope twice. The round trip has slopes for every skier! It is important that you leave before 10:00 am because the trip takes around 6 hours.

An einem schneebedeckten Tag sollte man warme Skiunterwäsche tragen. Ich trug meine Skiunterwäsche von Falke, die mit Wolltech-Technologie ausgestattet ist und aus Merinowolle besteht. Ich fror überhaupt nicht während der gesamten Tour. Auf Grund des stylischen Designs, fühlte ich mich auf den Hütten sehr gut gekleidet, indem ich nur mein Shirt von Falke trug. Normalerweise habe ich immer kalte Füße, wenn ich mir neue Skischuhe leihe, aber diesmal nicht! Meine Skisocken von Falke gaben mir ein angenehmes Gefühl in meinen Skischuhen. Außerdem war es das erste Mal, dass ich nur kalte Füße bekam, als ich ein Rennen auf der Piste fuhr. 😉

On a snowy day, you should wear warm base layer. I was wearing my base layer from Falke, which is equipped with wool-technology and made of merino wool. I did not freeze at all during the whole tour and because of the stylish design, I felt very dressy at the lodges by just wearing my shirt from Falke. Normally, I always have cold feet when I rent new ski shoes except this time! My skiing socks made by Falke gave me a pleasant feeling in my ski shoes! Furthermore, it was the first time that I got cold feet when I drove a race on the ski run. 😉

Zum Glück fängt Skiline jeden besonderen Moment auf den Pisten für dich ein! Du musst dich nur mit Ihrem Skipass bei einem Fotopoint, Speedcheck oder Skimovie registrieren und wenn du wieder von der Piste zurück bist, findest du alles online. Es speichert auch, wie lange du von einem Skilift zum anderen benötigst.

Luckily, Skiline captures all important moment on the slopes for you! You just have to register with your ski pass on a Photopoint, Speedcheck or Skimovie, for example, and you are able to download your data in the afternoon. It also stores how long you need from one ski lift to the other.

Eine weitere schöne Skitour in Alta Badia heißt “La Crusc“. Abseits der touristischen Massen und zwischen zwei UNESCO Weltnaturerbe Standorten, siehst du mehr als nur perfekt präparierte Pisten.

Another beautiful ski tour in Alta badia is called “La Crusc”. Away from the tourist crowds and between two UNESCO World Natural Heritages sites, you will see more than just perfectly groomed slopes!

Mein absolutes Lieblingsteil in Alta Badia war der 15-minütige Hubschrauberflug über den Dolomiten. Wenn du die weißen Berge von oben für nur 110 € sehen kannst, wirst du deinen Urlaub für immer im Kopf behalten! Es beginnt vor der Berghütte “Pralongia”, die mit Skiern von jedem Ort in Alta Badia leicht zu erreichen ist.

My absolute favorite part in Alta Badia was the 15 minute helicopter ride above the dolomites. Seeing the white mountains from above for just 110€ will keep your holiday always in your mind! It starts in front of the lodge called “Pralongia”, which is easy to reach with skis from any place in Alta Badia.

Nach jedem Tag bin ich zum Abschluss zur Hütte “Col Pradat” in Colfosco gefahren, um den Blick über Alta Badia zu genießen, denn sie liegt 2030 m hoch und lädt zu einem entspannten Abend ein.

After every day, I skied to the lodge “Col Pradat” in Colfosco to enjoy the view above Alta Badia, as it lies 2030m high and it invites for a relaxed evening!

3 questions you should ask yourself before going on a skiing holiday

January 6, 2017

by fastenurseatbelts

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Nissan Juke, Nissan, Skiing holiday, winter holiday, Fasten Ur Seatbelts

How do I get to my accommodation?

This is one of the most important questions which you should ask yourself before you even book your skiing vacation! It will have a huge impact on your holiday budget!

First of all, you should ask yourself:

How many people will I take with me?
How much do we want to spend to get to our skiing resort?
How much luggage do we want to take with us?
How far is the airport from home and our hotel?
How much would it cost to fly? How much time would it take?
Can I/we drive more than 6 hours?

Even though I have an airport right around the corner, I decided to drive with my Nissan Juke. Why? As a matter of fact, driving is not only cheaper but also more fun and convenient. I could not have taken my entire luggage with me if I was flying to Italy unless I want to pay for extra luggage. Besides, it would have taken me longer to fly to Hotel Miramonti in Madonna Di Campiglio than driving there. It took me around 9 hours to get to Madonna Di Campiglio from Cologne but I stopped in Munich for 2 nights on my way there, and also during my journey back home. Most importantly, I only paid around 120€/return with my Nissan Juke! The Nissan Juke consumes just 4.0 litres of fuel for 100 kilometres distance. Parking was always free, and I also drove around in Munich. That’s unbeatable! I could not have been more flexible, and I shared the 120€ with my car passenger, so that in total, I paid only 60€ for petrol. During our ride, we listened to great music as the Nissan has a USB connection for phones. Sometimes, the driver just change the music with the steering wheel remote control as my taste in music is so girlish. However, he was lucky that I fell asleep on the heated seats. The board computer told him where to go and how to avoid traffic, which was very comfortable for me.

What should I pack?

Don’t forget that if you fly, you can almost take nothing with you because ski clothes need so much space! Anyway, if you take the car and you are more than 2 persons, you should also pack carefully as it can get too much quiet easily. Therefore, I made a simple packing list for your 7 day ski holiday:

Clothing

Gloves for skiing in your free time
3 Sweaters
2 Long underwear
2 scarves
2 hats
Ski jacket
Ski pants
Ski socks
1 casual outfit
1 dinner outfit
Underwear

Accessories

Glasses and/or contact lenses
Sunglasses

Equipment

Sunscreen
Camera
Action camera
Electronics chargers
Laptop or iPad
Headphones
First aid kit
Lip balm
Personal-hygiene items
Razors
Deodorant
Shaving gel
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Travel pillow
Printouts of reservations

Always have a little bit of money with you. And if you have rented a flat, try to buy your grocery in Germany as it is cheaper there. The same applies to petrol.

Where should I buy/rent my skis?

I highly recommend you buy/rent your skis and ski shoes on site because if something does not fit, you can always return it or exchange it.

Do you want to find out more about my Nissan Juke? Then have a look here!

Still looking for the ultimate Christmas Break Getaway?

December 23, 2016

by fastenurseatbelts

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Madonna Di Campiglio, Italy, Dolomites, Dolomite Alpes, Dolomiten

150 ski runs, 500 ski instructors, 60 lifts, 4 snowparks, 22 restaurants on the slopes and 95% coverage by artificial snow. Do you know what I am talking about? No, I am not just talking about a skiing area! Madonna Di Campiglio does not only fascinate skiing visitors but also those who love to walk in the snow along the 90km marked trails or for ski mountaineering, ice skating, or dogsleeding.

Best ski runs in Madonna Di Campiglio for beginners, amateurs and pros

On my 4 hour drive from Munich to Madonna Di Campiglio, I was a bit worried about the snow conditions in the Dolomite Alpes, since the weather was quite warm in Munich at the beginning of December.

However, when I arrived in Madonna Di Campiglio, I knew that I will have 5 amazing days on the ski slopes. Even though there was no snow in the valley, all ski slopes were already open and ready! On my first day on skis, which I rented at “Rent and go”, I made sure the ski slopes did not only look ready but also were in perfect condition for outstanding days on skis.

From 9.30am to 1pm, I was almost by myself on the slopes as I arrived at the beginning on the season, which was awesome! In the afternoon, I always stayed in one of the cosy or après-ski ski huts.

My slope recommendations

Take the cable car in Madonna Di Campiglio to Pradalago, which is 2100m high and drive either the blue, red or black slope down. After 15 or 20 minutes skiing, you will arrive at another cable car station, which goes to Grostè. Take it and go up to 2444m. You will love the view and the broad ski slopes. At the Grostè station, you will find the restaurant Stoppani, the ideal location for tanning and relaxing.

If you drive to the middle station, you will be welcomed by après ski music and a great atmosphere at the ski hut, Boch.

At the ski hut Boch, you will also find Claudio with his Bernardino, called “Meatball”. He charges 20€ for five souvenir pictures. From there, you will always get back to Madonna Di Campiglio! It will take about 30 to 45 minutes and the slopes are phenomenal.

The cable car to Cinque Laghi will bring you to a magnificent platform with a stunning panorama. The restaurant next to the cable car is perfect for a cosy stop and lying in the sun. Here you will also find several options for every level but the ski slopes are not that long as they are on Grostè as you are also not that high.

Meet a Ferrari on the mountain

My favourite chalet, the Fiat chalet, is located at Monte Spinale, which is 2101m high. The ski hut offers drinks and food for a great price! Try the white house wine and don’t forget to eat the chips with ketchup and mayonnaise on the terrace. I never had such a gigantic and unique perspective! The walking trail to Madonna Di Campiglio takes about an hour but you can also ski.

: Dolomites

No idea where to spend your time in the afternoon?

Don’t worry, you will find loads of shops in Madonna Di Campiglio as well as a small Christmas market. I am sure that you will never get bored during your afternoons! At the gourmet shop, you will find souvenirs for your family and friends at home or buy yourself a little treat! Personally, I liked all the different kind of shopping shops in Madonna Di Campiglio because I did not just find ski clothes but also trendy clothes!

Where to get the best deal?

Activitybreaks.com offers great deals for a five or seven day ski trip, for example. You will stay at the fantastic hotel Miramonti .

A 7-night package for example is available online here at Hotel Miramonti.

This includes:

7 nights in classic double room in 4* Hotel Miramonti
Half board basis
6 day ski pass
6 day ski equipment hire
1x25min massage
Use of hotel sauna & gym

The price of this starts from 954€ per person.

If you need any further information about Madonna Di Campiglio, you are free to visit the tourist center. It is placed in the heart of Madonna Di Campiglio and every question about your trip can be answered!

Don’t miss the Audi Quattro Ski cup world final

On the 24-26^th of March 2017, the Audi Quattro Ski cup world final will take place in Madonna Di Campiglio. Three days of speed, adrenaline, entertainment, excitement and loads of fun! For every winter sport lover a must-see!

5 Reasons why you should visit this place!

December 21, 2016

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Madonna Di Campiglio, Dolomites, Italy, Skiing, Hotel Miramonti, Fasten Ur Seatbelts

You have no idea where to spent your next winter holiday? Then this is the perfect place for your next winter trip! It doesn’t matter if you are a pro on skis or if you don’t even know how to put them on. Hotel Miramonti in Madonna Di Campiglio is the ultimate winter getaway for everyone who wants to be active, enjoy, party or relax.

Rooms that you never want to leave

Honestly, I don’t know which part of the room I should start with! My room was not only modern and very clean but also enormous! It is the optimal size to live in. I loved the interior design and the bright colours.

The spacious dressing room forced me to unpack my suitcases. Normally, I never unpack my suitcases because I have to leave after a few days anyways, and I am too lazy, but this time I could not resist ;-).

The toilet is separated from the bathroom, which is ideal for young couples or those who prefer to have more privacy. The bench in the shower is tempting to shower longer than needed. After a hot shower, you lay down in your large and comfortable bed.

While your boyfriend, brother, friend or husband waits on the cozy sofa, you get ready at your make-up table. In the unlikely event that you get bored, sit on the balcony and watch the people on the street or the ski slopes. Right behind the hotel, you will see the World Cup Slalom ski slope.

Ski slopes for all levels

Hotel Miramonti is located in the middle of all ski slopes in Madonna di Campiglio. You will not need a car to get to any ski slope.

Additionally, all ski slopes are connected with each other, which means that you have thousands of blue, red and black options each day. Read more about my ski route tips in my next article. Just two minutes walking distance from the hotel, you will find a ski and snowboard rental called “rent and go”.

Daily relaxation for body and mind

After my days on the ski runs, I would either go shopping, or relax in Hotel Miramonti’s sauna or massage chair. Madonna Di Campiglio offers several shops with clothes, gourmet food and furniture made of wood. Next to the hotel, you will find Barbara’s sport outlet, which has stylish designer clothes for an affordable price. If you need a souvenir, visit the gourmet shop and have a look at the selection of bacon, cheese, snaps, tea and chocolate.

Culinary delight, which deserves a star

Not only is the service at Hotel Miramonti excellent, but the food is delicious. In the morning, you have an extensive breakfast buffet with a wide variety of sweet and savoury specialities. Don’t forget to try an omelette! The breakfast prepares you for a great start into the day!

After a long day, you will enjoy the 4-course-menu. For the main course, I always recommend to take the fish because it was even more delicious than the meat. However, there was no course, which I did not like, but look at the images by yourself. Sometimes pictures say more than a thousand words.

Unbeatable value

Thanks to activitybreaks.com I booked a really good offer. A 7-night package costs 954€ per person during the Christmas time and includes:

7 nights in classic double room in 4* Hotel Miramonti
Half board basis
6 day ski pass
6 day ski equipment hire
1x25min massage
Use of hotel sauna & gym

This is an unbeatable value for money in this area! If you do not want drive to Madonna Di Campiglio, you can fly to Bergamo or Verona for example. A flight from Cologne to Bergamo costs around 10€ (without luggage) and the airport bus to the skiing area costs 35€ per person/one-way. The bus ride from Bergamo takes about four hours. The airport Verona is a bit closer than Bergamo.