Tag: holidays

Last Minute Deals to Andorra

IanAndorra / Grandvalira / Holidays / Offers / Vallnord
Snowboarder in the snow

Everyone loves a last minute bargain, we certainly do! As the excitement of Christmas fades you may have one eye on a winter escape, and if you do, look no further.  We’ve put together two fantastic last minute deals to take you away to the mountains both including return transfers, accommodation and ski extras.

As we specialise in independant, flexible holidays to Andorra every single part of the holidays below is adjustable, so we can create a break that meets your exact needs.  Any resort, any duration – just get in touch.

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Soldeu or El Tarter?

IanAndorra / Grandvalira / Holidays
Grandvalira mountains

We often get asked what the differences between Soldeu and El Tarter are.  Being just a few minutes drive away from each other, both situated in the Grandvalira ski area, we thought we’d compare the two to help you decide which resort is the best fit for you! (more…)

The Best of Both Worlds

IanAndorra / Holidays / Summer
Spilt image of inside Sagrada Familia and couple sat on mountainside

It’s not easy to combine everything you want into one holiday, with a limited budget it’s often difficult to fit all you want to into a single trip away… but not impossible.  We’ve looked into how a twin centre holiday staying in Andorra and Barcelona opens up a massive range of activities for you to enjoy while you are away.

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Spring Deals – Easter 2016

SteveAndorra / Holidays
Skiing in Grandvalira, March 8th 2016

If you’ve seen the snow forecast (40cm in the next two days!) you’ll know that it’s looking to be one of the snowiest Easters in years! So what better time to book a last minute getaway to Andorra? We have pulled together some of the best deals we can find for an affordable Easter ski break. (more…)

‘Cheap’ Ski Insurance is a False Economy

SteveAndorra / General / Holidays

One of the biggest mistakes skiers can make is buying the cheapest ski insurance, says Ski Insurance specialist MPI Brokers. It warns that saving a few pounds on an insurance premium can be a costly mistake if there is an accident during a trip to the mountains.

MPI says: “It is a false economy to judge insurance policies on price alone – what really matters is the extent of cover a policy provides. (more…)

A Guide to Booking Arinsal

SteveAndorra / Holidays / Vallnord
Apartments Sant Moritz, Arinsal

A Guide to Booking Arinsal

This winter sees a range of new possibilities in Arinsal with the introduction of new and more flexible options so you can tailor make your holiday exactly the way you want it. Here we’ll go through some of the ways you can put together your trip, but as always please don’t hesitate to contact our team if you need any assistance in planning or booking your ski holiday. (more…)

Holiday Deals Winter 2015-16

SteveAndorra / Holidays

Planning on going skiing this winter but not sure where to stay?

We’ve put together a few ideas to help you – but all our holidays are completely flexible so you can change anything you like to tailor it exactly to your needs!  Regional airports, weekend breaks, accommodation upgrades, shorter lessons, better skis, days off from skiing… all combined with the expert local knowledge of Andorra Resorts and our team who live and work in Vallnord and Grandvalira in winter. (more…)

Andorra Group Holidays

SteveAndorra / Holidays
Group playing in snow

Andorra is a great choice of destination for group ski holidays!  When there’s a large group it usually means a range of abilities, so having two great ski areas to choose from and a total of 303km of slopes, you’re sure to be able to cater for everybody.  There are superb English-speaking schools renowned for their excellent instructors so beginners are well looked after, or if you have experts amongst you then Andorra boasts a variety of FIS approved black slopes used for hosting European and World Cup ski racing, plus everything in between. (more…)

Summer in Andorra

SteveAndorra / Holidays / Summer
Blue sky, beautiful lake in Andorra

Andorra is a secret in the Pyrenees.

What happens during the summer is a question often asked by our winter clients – “everything” is my answer!  There is something for everyone to enjoy.  Keen hikers can enjoy some of the challenging hiking within the area of Arinsal, including the highest peak in Andorra which stands at 2942m in the heart of the Comapedrosa natural park.  You could visit UNESCO World Heritage site Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley less than 30 minutes away from Arinsal.  There is a huge variety of walks from a leisurely strolls to the most challenging of treks with overnight stay in mountain huts.

Perhaps you’re looking for an adrenaline rush as you enjoy our scenic mountains; well, mountain biking is one of the most popular activities in the area.  The Vallnord bike park is already open each weekend until 20th June when it opens full time for the summer season until 13th September.  The Soldeu Bike Park is open from 27th June until 27th September. (more…)

Sport Hermitage Joins Leading Hotels of the World

SteveAndorra / Grandvalira / Holidays

Bedroom suite at the Hotel Sport HermitageThe outstanding quality and service provided by Hotel Sport Hermitage in Soldeu has been recognised by the prestigeous hotel group, The Leading Hotels of the World.

The Sport Hermitage joins around 430 hotels, each in the luxury category, meeting the most exacting of standards with regards to accommodation, cuisine, service, employees and facilities. (more…)