Budget-friendly Alpine escapes: the best ski resorts in Austria

Budget-friendly Alpine escapes: the best ski resorts in Austria

As the cost of a skiing holiday continues to soar, it’s worth considering Austria for your next winter getaway. Generally more affordable than the big, glitzy resorts in France and Switzerland, the Austrian Alps are home to postcard-worthy villages, stunning mountain scenery and an array of tree-lined runs for all levels. Here are some of the best spots.Obergurgl Located at the southern end of the Ötztal Valley at an altitude of around 1,930 met…

AAA Budget-Friendly Ski Hacks For Saving Money On The Mountain

Skiing is an undeniably expensive sport, from high gear costs to the rising prices of lift tickets around the world, but there are ways to make it more affordable beyond convincing ski resort management to lower ticket costs. Whether it’s on-mountain habits that take a smaller hit to your wallet or specific vacation locations where skiers and snowboarders tend to pay less, the American Automobile Association (AAA) sat down with travel journalist…