Many people love winter activities and skiing in destinations close to the United Arab Emirates, not far from any few hours to reach the desired destination. Here is a list of global destinations that we advise you to visit practice snowboarding, as it can be visited during February, March, and April every year.
BULGARIA
Mountains occupy 30% of the Bulgarian lands, as they include terrain that provides visitors with the ability to choose between rest, exercise or even entertainment, so the length of winter in this country reaches 130 days, and mountain resorts provide all ways and means of practicing various types of winter sports with recreational facilities And accommodation to meet all the requirements of visitors and residents.
The Balkan region in Bulgaria has various and varied terrains. It combines the coast, the mountainous environment, the tall peaks, and the enjoyable atmosphere of skiing in the largest ski resort in Bulgaria.
In addition to the presence of another place that may be less noisy and crowded, which is the “Borovets” area via Sofia Airport and enjoys the northern slopes of the Rila mountain range and includes many restaurants options and places to live and stay.
- Flight distance: 5 hours 40 minutes
GEORGIA
A fun destination to experience the most beautiful moments of snowboarding on the mountain peaks, Godory Ski Resort, located in the heart of the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia, offers a skiing experience at a height of 2200 meters above sea level and includes a ski slope of 4200 meters. In addition, it has skiing tracks to suit all levels, from beginners to professionals.
The resort also has the advantage of providing a service for transporting skiers from helicopter ski areas and provides ski tours during the night hours.
- Flight distance: 3 hours 20 minutes
ROMANIA
One of the most preferred destinations that many fans of this sport prefer. In Sinaia, known as the Pearl of Carpathian, it is located in the Brahova Valley in the Posegi Mountains, and it features natural and breathtaking views that fascinate eyes. As well as the opportunity to experience skiing on the slopes and explore the charming city.
- Flight distance: 5 hours, 30 minutes
ITALIA
Many people choose the northern region that surrounds the Alps and is known to all, but another region has become one of the most important ski areas near the UAE, which is the southern region on Mount Etna, which is located in Catania, Sicily, where this region includes the largest active volcano in Europe It hosts two ski resorts, “Piano Provincana” and “Nikolosi”, providing an exceptional experience for the fans of this sport in an atmosphere and landscapes overlooking the sea.
- Flight distance: 6 hours 35 minutes
MACEDONIA
A resort in Macedonia that offers a skiing experience, located in the northwest of the country, which is “Popova Sapka”, thanks to its strategic location and distinguished services, it has become one of the most prominent places that many fans of skiing resort. Its slopes extend to 20 kilometers, allowing people to practice this sport with ease, ease and complete freedom.
- Flight distance: 6 hours
SERBIA
It extends across the southeastern part of the Balkan Peninsula, and includes a global group of ski resorts, where the “Cubonic” resort provides 24 elevators for skiers and heights ranging between 1056 and 2017 meters.
In addition to the resort, which is located around the summit of “Pansiyev”, which is the highest peak in the “Kopaonik” mountain range and “Stara Planina / Babinsub” the highest point in the Balkan Mountains, located near the town of “Kangazevac”, and provides visitors with ski tracks Up to 13 km, in addition to the cable car, to live exceptional moments while wandering in the area.
- Flight distance: 6 hours 10 minutes