As they say in Game of Thrones: Winter is coming! In the series it's more like bad news, for you it means: Christmas holidays! If you don't feel the need for sweatpants, cookies and lounging around and instead want to explore the world, then you've come to the right place.
We have put together the 5 best insider tips for winter holidays for students .
1. Winter vacation for students: Kampenwand ski area
When you think of winter vacation, what immediately comes to mind? That's right, skiing! But overcrowded slopes and expensive ski passes are not exactly tempting.
It's good that there are a few small but nice areas like the Kampenwand with a view of Lake Chiemsee. There is something for both beginners and professional skiers, all at a price of €25 for the day ticket.
2. Winter vacation for students: Oberammergau ski area
Another gem among the uncrowded slopes is Oberammergau. On the one hand, there is a slope that is ideal for new skiers , and on the other hand, there is a freeride route for experienced skiers on the other side of the town, where there are hardly any people to be found.
The icing on the cake: you can relax your tired legs in the evening in the wave pool (free with a ski pass).
3. Winter vacation for students: Västerbotten in Sweden
If you don't just want to ski in winter, but are looking for more unusual activities, you should go to northern Sweden, more specifically to Västerbotten. Even the piste junkie will find something there (almost empty, great areas in Hermavan and Tärnaby), but there are also other great things to do.
For example, you can whiz around on a snowmobile or, even better, explore the surrounding forests on a dog sled. Or how about ice fishing or watching the northern lights? And all of this far away from tourist groups! Focus has more information in store for you.
4. Winter vacation for students: Essaouira
Let's be honest: There are also a lot of people who don't like snow, cold and winter sports. If you're one of them, then do like the birds and head south!
An insider tip among the warm holiday destinations is Essaouira : the port city is located in Morocco and is only three hours by plane from Germany. At temperatures around 20 degrees you can explore sandy beaches or the old town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
5. Winter vacation for students: Cape Verde
Last but not least, a warm destination that is not yet flooded with tourists: The Cape Verde Islands, a six-hour flight away - only 9 of the 15 are even inhabited - offer varied nature, surfers' paradises, diving spots and warm temperatures that never fall below 20 degrees.
This is the only way to get a student discount during your winter vacation:
- For cheap flights, check out STA Travel , they offer special rates for students, but don't forget to use your ISIC card !
- But also remember to take out international insurance ! allmaxx and DKV offer you special conditions to make your winter vacation an absolute hit for a student like you!
- We also have something else in store for winter sports enthusiasts who would like to test out the ski areas mentioned: With Flixbus you can travel throughout Germany and at mega-cheap prices ! Now winter can come quietly!
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