Glencoe mountain resort is one of the most worthwhile in Scotland, since this is not a poor alpine imitation. Its incredible natural terrain makes it a small natural fun park. Due to Glencoe’s remote location, it is far less crowded than any other Scottish resort. Glencoe provides 19 runs, that suit all levels. The biggest one is 1600 m/5249 ft long. There are also 7 lifts.
Beginners in alpine skiing will not have any problems, since there are some ideal short runs to try, that can be easily reached. In addition, experienced instructors could help skiers, as lessons are available at Glencoe’s Snowsport School. On the other hand, experts have the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of terrain, not easy at all.
Glencoe mountain resort includes the longest and steepest runs in Scotland, offering about 305 m/1000 ft of vertical drop. It also hosts the longest vertical descent in the country of about 800 m/2624 ft. The weather conditions are really harsh sometimes, but people here do their best. So, if you are looking for something really different in alpine skiing, Glencoe mountain resort is the right choice for you!
Christchurch is situated in Canterbury region of the South Island, and is the second largest city of New Zealand. It represents the getaway to Antarctica, while lying next to Pegasus Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
Great Arber (Großer Arber) is the highest peak of the Bohemian – Bavarian mountain ridge and reaches at an elevation of 1456 m/4777 ft height. The spot lies at 197 km/122 mi in the northeast of Munich. Geographically, it belongs to Bohemian Forest, so you might notice that people refer to it as ‘King of the Bavarian Forest’.
Pin Rouge is the best tourist destination of Gaspesie region. This spot has a lot of point in its favor. In order to feel what is called, best vacations, many people visit Pin Rouge from all over the world. If you want to escape from the urban routine, the best thing to do is visiting this area as soon as possible and enjoy yourself in all fields. Providing a wide range of winter activities, breathtaking views and many services, Pin Rouge is the best getaway.
Monte Baldo mountain chain and its surrounding area, in Lake Garda, is the perfect open playground for winter mountain sports fans. From December until March, Monte Baldo offers to ski fans an amazing skiing season. The eastern slopes of the Mountain are more friendly for ski activities due to the surface conditions - it is less rocky. The most famous slope in the zone is the Prà Alpesina, a black marked run and fixed training point for many national championships as well as regional and national ski events.
Fieberbrunn is a small mountain town, located at 113 km/70 mi in the east of Innsbruck and 74 km/46 mi in the southwest of Salzburg, in the Kitzbühel Alps, Tyrol, Austria. The town of Fieberbrunn is a winter sports destination, known for the international snowboarding and ski events that take place on the spot every year. Kitzbühel Alps constitute part of the Central Eastern Apls, with green slopes and numerous alpine meadows.
Afton Alps is a well known ski resort, located along the St. Croix River, just outside Minneapolis and St. Paul, in the northeast corner of Denmark Township, Washington County, south of Afton, Minnesota in the Unites States.
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.
If you are inexperienced at indoor rock climbing, then Deeside activity park is suitable for you.
Along the 17.5 km/11 mi long coastline of Aberdeenshire, there is a great spot for kite surfing, called the Cruden Bay.
Torrisdale bay represents an isolated diamond spot, located in Northern Scotland. The bay combines water-sport activity like windsurfing with sight seeing in the magnificent highlands. Always prepare yourself for rough weather conditions.
Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in United Kingdom. Every year, around 110,000 people walk up to the summit. However, only a few are able to perform a three minute descent. So, anyone for speed flying?
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.
Cairngorm mountain is situated in the Highlands of Scotland. Cairngorm ski resort is one of the most popular in United Kingdom, located in United Kingdom's largest National Park. It offers some of the most beautiful routes, quite challenging however. What makes it different as a spot is that the only mountain railway or funicular is provided as a lift system. Visitors have the opportunity to choose among a wide variety of facilities, like hotels, restaurants, ski & snowboard schools and shops, at Aviemore, which is around 18 km/10 mi away.
Lossie East Beach is close to Moray Firth and just 112 km / 69 mi away from Aberdeen. The village close to the beach is called Lossiemouth and you can find two great beaches there.
