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Page 1: winter 2016-201714 15 Bansko is already one of the most attractive and popular winter sport resorts in Eastern Europe. Apart from being a regular host of the World Cup circuit, it

winter 2016-2017

Snowboard World Cup 3-5 February 2017

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The elite and prestigious international award, World Ski Awards Gala Ceremony in Kitzbühel, recognized Bansko continuously in

the recent years as an outstanding resort.

By tradition, the prestigious event in Austria’s legendary winter sports destination is attended by handpicked guests

and rewards the very best in the global ski tourism industry with a variety of prizes in few specific categories.

The World Ski Awards winners are unveiled annually, as hundreds of thousands travel professionals, market leaders and skiers

across the globe vote directly for their favourite resorts, chalets and hotels. World Ski Awards is the sister organisation of World

Travel Awards, which is heralded as “the Oscars of the travel industry”.

“Tonight’s winners can take enormous pride – they have been voted the finest in class. – said in 2015 Sion Rapson, Managing

Director of the World Ski Awards. – From here in Austria all the way to Japan, Australia and Canada, our winners represent the

best in ski from every corner of the globe.”

The high value of this recognition puts Bansko in one group with iconic winter sport destinations such as Kitzbühel (Austria),

Garmisch-Partenkirchen (Germany), Cortina d’Ampezzo (Italy) and Kranjska Gora (Slovenia), to name but a few.

The Pirin mountain town won numerous prizes for “Bulgaria's Best Ski Resort”

at the World Ski Awards ceremony in Kitzbühel

"Bulgaria's

a few years in a row

Best ski resort" for

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BY AIR Closest airport: Sofia Airport.

BY BUS There are regular bus lines

to major cities in Bulgaria.

BY CAR Distance from Sofia – 150 km

Approx. distance from Istanbul, Turkey – 600 km

Approx. distance from Thessaloniki, Greece – 220 km

Approx. distance from Belgrade, Serbia – 650 km

Approx. distance from Skopje, FYROM – 200 km

Approx. distance from Bucharest, Romania – 600 km

Thessaloniki

Istanbul

Vienna

Munich

London

Milano

Moscow

CopenhagenPlovdiv

Sofia

Thessaloniki

Istanbul

Bansko is unique on many levels. It is a place where guests will discover ultimate relaxation and enjoyment, combined with an unparalleled range of sporting and cultural activies. The popular slogan of the resort, “Unlimited ski and fun”, emphasizes the surprising variety of choices that can be enjoyed during your vacation here.

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Having once visited this charming resort, people keep coming again and again. And there are plenty of reasons for that. Bansko offers a great variety and can satisfy pretty much everyone’s taste – from fans of modern extreme winter sports, to admirers of the authentic.

The town has carefully preserved its old-time charisma – cobblestone streets and hun-dred-year old houses looking like cloisters, with high stone walls and small shuttered win-dows. The list of unique local attractions can go on and on, incliding the aged red wine and the delicious dishes of traditional Bansko cuisine.

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For the para-skiers, Bansko also offers a hundred-

percent adrenaline experience. The start is just below

Todorka peak and the final line can be right beside

the first houses of the resort village.

All tracks of the ski resort are kept in perfect

condition, groomed by Kassbohrer maintenance

vehicles round the clock.

200 professional ski instructors are taking care of the

ski training for all visitors of the resort, starting with

the toddlers. Even if you are a complete novice, you

may be sure that by the end of your vacation you’ll

enjoy going down the “Tomba” run!

The rental ski service offers over 3000 ski pairs and

over 1000 snowboards from the latest collections

of Atomic and Salomon, plus a trained staff that will

attend to your every need.

The undisputed pearl of Bansko is the 5-star

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena hotel which opened

just a few years ago. It is situated opposite the base

station of the Gondola cable lift and is just a ten

minute walk from the town centre. The hotel offers

150 rooms, 15 suites and total of 330 beds, a deluxe

SPA centre, fitness gym, sauna, solarium, massage

parlour, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, plus a

kids’ pool. There is also a 120-seat conference facility

at the hotel.

The best place to recuperate after skiing and fully

relax is the top-rated bar and restaurant ”Happy

End”. Here you can enjoy delicious dishes, taste the

excellent red wine, and… storm the dancing floor.

For those who prefer dining in the genuine atmosphere

of a typical Bansko tavern, there is a choice of more

than… one hundred!

The major source of purity and harmony comes from the

natural might of Pirin mountain. In its majestic slopes

are nestled over 75 kilometres of prime quality ski runs,

kept in perfect condition by 14 maintenance vehicles and

a state-of the art snow system which easily guarantees

skiing for six months – from December to May.

In only a few minutes, a modern Doppelmayr Gondola

ropeway will take you to a total of 75 km well groomed

ski runs of the resort – right in the heart of Pirin

mountain. By the 15 super fast lifts with a total length

of 22 kilometres, you can reach any of the runs for your

skiing pleasure. Access is conveniently controlled by Ski

Data chip cards.

The “Tomba” track is undoubtedly the most attractive,

but also the most challenging in the area. Its qualities

were assessed by the "Godfather" Alberto Tomba

himself, and its excellent characteristics made it a

rеgular host of races from the Audi FIS Alpine Ski

World Cup.

The resort also offers superb conditions for biathlon

and in the past has hosted the European Biathlon

Championship (2007), as well as annual international

biathlon competitions.

Here, you will find tracks to suit every kind of skier – from

absolute beginners to seasoned professionals. All runs

are secured with safety nets by the top safety expert

Kurt Koch. So rest assured – even if uncertain in your

skills, you won’t get hurt. A force of Ski-patrols are also

taking care of the safety of skiers in the area.

One of the most picturesque and beautiful runs of the

resort is “The Plateau”. Right by its side is the Fun Park

for snowboard fans, offering all the extras. No wonder

some starts of the European Snowboarding Cup have

already taken place there.

tHe winter caPital

of tHe Balkans

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YEARSFIS SKI

WORLD CUP

Don't miss it!

3 feBruary 2017 - Parallel slalom4 feBruary 2017 - snowboardcross5 feBruary 2017 - Parallel gs

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tHe sParkling Beauty

of winter The blue skies paint a picture of beauty, framing a peaceful mountain landscape. The magic of the sparkling snow invites you to spend the entire day outdoors, enjoying your activity of choice. The fresh wind touches your face as if saying "Welcome to Pirin mountain... Welcome to Bansko..."

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Bansko is already one of the most attractive and popular winter sport resorts in Eastern Europe. Apart from being a regular host of the World Cup circuit, it offers great snow conditions and many hours of sunshine, even in winter.

The “Tomba” track is the main challenge for experienced skiers, and it has been a host of numerous races from the Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup calendar.

unlimiteD

anD ski

snowBoarD

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fun unlimiteD

Bansko offers winter holiday fun at the highest level! You can dance and enjoy cool music directly on the snow with our DJs and the colorful, special Bansko Hummer. Then, you can take part in games like “Treasure hunters”, where you could have the luck to win great prizes! The attractions don't end there - so rest assured, you'll never feel bored at Bansko!

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Alberto Tomba

Janica Kostelic

Rosi Mittermaier

Stephan Eberharter

Kjetil Andre Aamodt

Gustavo Thoeni

Hanni Weirather - Wenzel

Andreas Wenzel

Franz Klammer

Michael Walchhofer

Reinfried Herbst and Marc Girardelli

Maria Walliser

Hermann Maier Markus Wasmeier

There are slopes that the greatest ski stars like. And then... there are slopes that they love. Those are in resorts which feel "lucky" and leave them smiling memories for years to come. Just ask 2012 World Cup overall winners Lindsey Vonn and Marcel Hirscher, who - after winning a race in Bansko - went on to collect the big Crystal Globes. Lizzy Goergl, Anja Paerson, Aksel Lund Svindal, Ted Ligety, Lindsey Vonn and Anna Fenninger have filmed special TV ads for Bansko World Cup events.

Some of all-time ski greats are frequent visitors and friends of Bansko. From Alberto Tomba to Marc Girardelli, don’t be surprised if you see a legendary champion of the white sport sitting next to you in the restaurant or relaxing in the stylish lobby of Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko.

< Peter Popangelov,Marc Girardelli, Alberto Tomba, Luc Alphand and Jure Kosir

Best skiers

loVe Bansko on tHe Planet

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Be inspired by the majestic views of Pirin mountain, get your gear ready and try the deep snow powder.

Bansko hosts The Mad Goat Ride competition for extreme free-ride skiing and snowboarding on the virgin slopes under Todorka peak (2746 m).

aDrenalin rusH

at its Purest

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your gourmet

winter

“Sopranos Ristorante” is one of the newest and hottest spots in

Bansko, attracting many lovers of the Italian cuisine. Situated on

the second floor of the popular Happy End bar, it’s literally one

step away from the base station of the Gondola lift.

An excellent place to recharge your batteries after a hard day of

skiing or hiking is the “VIP Room” restaurant, offering the best of

Bulgarian and European cuisine. The gorgeous view of the mountain

comes as a bonus, so make sure you book a table in advance!

Cucina Italiana – right on the snow!

180 degrees is a typical Italian restaurant and bar with unique location

at the cross point of four ski runs! No matter which run you come

down from, you'll always find the best pizza and savory Italian dishes

prepared by Cheff Mirko. Trust us, the creamy dessert is a must!

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Bansko offers its guests a unique 16-kilometer uninterrupted ski run with a vertical drop of 1600 m, starting from Todorka peak at the highest point of the skiing centre, all the way down to the base station of the gondola lift at the outskirts of town. The last 7 km of the slope are lighted and you may enjoy the excitement of night skiing two times a week.

Bansko is a fast developing destination for a wide variety of ski disciplines. For example, the modern shooting range at 1,500 m above sea level at Banderishka polyana is a centre for training and competitions in cross-country skiing, ski orientation and biathlon. This was the venue for IBU European Biathlon Championship in 2007 and in 2013.

Also enjoy Bansko's large and modern outdoor ice skating rink, even after dark. Ice skate with friends and family and inhale the crisp, fresh mountain air.

skiing unDer tHe stars

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Lift name Lift type Length (m)

Rise (m)

Capacity people / hour

Ski runs

Cabin

Bansko Gondola 6233 601 2000 All

Ski Lifts

Kolarski 6 seats 774 316 3000 2, 7

Mosta 4 seats 2606 581 2000 3, 11, 12

Banderiza 1 4 seats 1745 630 2000 2, 6, 3, 11

Banderiza 2 4 seats 972 301 2000 2, 6, 3, 11

Shiligarnik 4 seats 2042 483 2000 3, 5, 11

Chalin Valog 4 seats 1099 325 1965 15, 16

Plato 4 seats 1513 381 2200 3, 11

Todorka 6 seats 2300 700 2000 2, 6, 3, 11

Tzarna mogila 2 seats 2420 740 700 14 – Closed

Stara kotva T-Bar drag 802 188 954 7

Detska kotva T-Bar drag 573 150 594 8

Vlek Chalin Drag 649 87 902 15, 16

Panica B Baby drag 100 2 Carpet, 3 drags 100 m each

Drag Drag 412 52 678

БанскоBansko

МостаMosta

КоларскиKolarski

Бъндерица 1Banderitza 1

Бъндерица 2Banderitza 2

ШилигарникShiligarnik

Чалин ВалогChalin Valog

ТодоркаTodorka

ПлатоPlato

Стара котваStara kotva

Детска котваDetska kotva

Паница БPanica B

Влек ЧалинVlek Chalin

Църна могилаTzarna mogila

6-seat express

6-seat expressNEW

Kids run

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Pan

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KolarskiDetsk

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Shiligarnik

Mo

sta

Mo

sta

Plato

Funpark

Banderitza 1

Ban

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2

Tod

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a

Vihren

Todorka2746 m

2600 m

Banderitza

Bistritsa

Akademika

6-seat

express

Bunderishka polyana 1635 m

Shiligarnika 1725 m

NEW

Baby drag

Bansko936 m

11

3

4 4

4

4

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1

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6

78

2

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5

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10

10

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16Chalin Valog

1467 m

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Umbrella Bar

Umbrella Bar

Happy End

Soprano’s

Bla Bla

Vip Room

The Barrels

The Kettle

The Goat

Umbrella Bar

180°

The Ski Sticks

Umbrella Bar

Ski lifts

Bansko

Kolarski

Mosta

Banderiza 1

Banderiza 2

Shiligarnik

Chalin Valog

Plato

Todorka

Stara kotva

Detska kotva

Vlek Chalin

Panica B

Tzarna mogila* *Closed

winter sportsSki and snowboard, cross country trails and a biathlon track with

a shooting range, a winter sports stadium, ice rink.

ski liftsTotal length – 22 km

Seats – 13.2 km

Drags – 2.4 km

Cabin – 6.2 km

ski runsBeginners – 35%. Intermediate – 40%. Advanced – 25%

Snow cannons – 400 snow cannons covering 90% of the ski slopes.

Ski road – a unque 16 km ski run with a vertical drop 1600 m suitable for

intermediate skiers and snowboarders, covered by snow cannons and lighted,

connects the highest ski run with the town.

ski kindergartenJunior Club ski kindergarten with 3 Baby drags, a Wonder Carpets baby track,

and a winter/summer rotunda type Kinder Carousel.

ski centreAltitude of highest ski run: 2600 m

Altitude of lowest ski run: 1000 m

Total length of marked ski runs, including ski roads: 75 km

Legend

Gondola lift

Chair lifts

Drag lifts

Hut

Snow mashine

Rent a ski

Parking

Restaurant

Light

Light

Difficult

Information

Shop

Change

Cash Desk

Ski school

Range

First Aid

Funpark

Middle

Ski road

anD ski runs

ski lifts

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Holidays spent together strengthen the family bonds. Offering an overall alpine ski experience, Bansko has it all – great mountain views, deep powder and impeccably groomed pis tes for skiers of all levels. The resort offers just what you are looking for – amusing, safe attractions for kids, lots of action and adrenaline fun for teenagers and enjoyment for virtually everyone. In short, Bansko is attractive for the whole family.

a Perfect family

HoliDay

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The manager of Bansko Ski Zone – lift operator, Rent-a-ski, ski and snowboard service, ski and snowboard school, Junior Ski Club

Bansko 2770, Telephone +359 749 88049, www.banskoski.com

ulen lift oPeratorThe lifts and ski runs’ operator in Bansko takes care of your maximum comfort with

8-seat Gondola cable car by Doppelmayr, six 4-seat lifts of the latest Doppelmayr

models, two 6-seat lifts, including the latest generation technology by Leitner,

four drags and 10 baby drags. The easy access to all lifts is secured by chip-cards

from SkiData.

The existence of crisp white snow with excellent quality on 80 km of marked ski

runs and ski roads is possible through regular maintenance by 15 Kassbohrer and

Leitner snow-grooming machines. Snow is guaranteed from December until May

by more than 400 TechnoAlpin snow cannons.

ulen rent-a-skiOur ski storage and rental facilities, furnished by brand new ski-rafts from

Wintersteiger, offer the latest ski and snowboard equipment from major Western

brands.

The best and largest ski school in the region has more than 200 highly-qualified ski and snowboard instructors speaking your language. Ski and snowboard courses range from beginners to advanced and, naturally, children of all ages are more than welcome! The Junior Club ski kindergarten has three Baby drags, a Wonder Carpets baby track, and a winter/summer rotunda-type Kinder Carousel.

ulen ski scHool

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The top level instructors of Elite Ski School offer individual training and personalized advice to the more demanding ski enthusiasts. Through a privileged relationship with your instructor you can greatly improve your level of mastery, no matter what is your current level.

You can also entrust your children to the care of our ski and snowboard instructors and let them discover the unforeseen pleasures of the mountain in full safety. That's one of our mottos: the best ski resort deserves the best instructors. Contact information:

+359 749 88914 ; +359 882 111 323

toP leVel ski instructors

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YEARSFIS SKI

WORLD CUP

YEARSFIS SKI

WORLD CUP

Bansko, the so-called "Winter capital of the Balkans", has already hosted many starts in different ski disciplines from the FIS World Cup calendar and has proven itself a realiable, competent host, capable of turning each event into a real winter sports celebration. Dedicated support and sponsorship by the Municipality of Bansko and the Bulgarian Ministry of Physical Education and Sport are also among the reasons why every FIS Ski World Cup event in Bansko inevitably turns into a resounding success.

This winter Bansko will have its debut as a host of a top level snowboarding event - FIS Snowboard World Cup (Ladies & Men) on February 2-5, 2017.

wHere tHe worlD cuP

feels at Home

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Bob Sinclar

Motiv8Lex Empress, DJ Alessandro Kraus

Lovely Laura, DJ Rae

Danna Leese

Boney M

Judging by the long list of artists, who have performed here, Bansko is… one of the biggest small towns in European show business. To entertain the guests of the resort, here performed Paul Young, Chris Norman, Baccara, FISH and Chris Thompson, Weather Girls, London Beat, Lutricia McNeal, DJ Bob Sinclar, Eve Mendez, Lovely Laura and many, many more.

After a day in the fresh air, you will really appreciate a glass of wine by the fire and the aroma of grilled meat at any of Bansko’s hundred taverns. A recommended choice among those is the newly opened “Happy End”, featuring an après-ski bar, a restaurant and a discotheque. They will give you a taste of tradition, serving tempting dishes prepared from ecological local produce. They’ll make you fall in love with the mountain way of life, where friendship and conviviality are the order of the day.

aPres-ski

liVe Parties

Bar

anD tHe Best Dj's

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Floors: 5, Lifts: 5, Beds: 330.

Room types: Presidential Suite, Deluxe twin rooms, deluxe king rooms, concierge club rooms, suites.

Standard room amenities: Shower and bath, WC, hairdryer, mini-bar, cable-TV, telephone, balcony, air-conditioning.

Dining facilities: Restaurant, restaurant a-la-carte, lobby bar, room service.

Guest facilities: Luxurious spa-centre with Thai herbal suite, slipper bath, float tank, serial bath, relax room, dry float

spa, hammam, caldarium, aroma sauna, Finnish sauna, snow paradise, whirlpool, indoor and outdoor heated swimming

pool, fitness centre, beauty centre, kids swimming pool, kids playroom, baby-sitter, games room, billiards, boutique

shops, ski storage, 2 tennis courts, conference hall for up to 120 people, safety deposit box, exchange office.

kempinski Hotel grand arena*****96 Pirin Str., Bansko 2770

Telephone: +359 749 88888

www.kempinski.com/en/bansko

Location: 10 minutes walk from the town centre

Ski-in, Ski-out

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The new Presidential suite features:

two bedrooms, a spacious living room

of approximately 100 sq.m. with dining

area, bar corner, 50” flat screen TV, and

a 10-people conference area. One of the

most impressive features is the fifth floor

night view of Bansko colorful town lights.

This VIP suite has private access with the

hotel elevator, accessible only with the

suite key card. It is a great experience to

sip your morning coffee while admiring

the natural beauty of Pirin Mountain. The

guests can also spend memorable winter

evenings enjoying a nice glass of wine

in front of the cozy, remote-operated

fireplace.

All floors are covered with woolen

antistatic carpet, and the natural materials

can be seen throughout the place - cherry

woodwork, solid walnut dining table,

eco stone above the fireplace. Sliding

windows and shades with remore

control guarantee complete silence

and sound sleep, while ultra modern

Bang & Olufsen sound system brings

separately controlled entertainment to

every room. The master bathroom is a

true masterpiece - Italian stone, marble

sinks with eco-friendly filters, jaccuzi

and 32” flat TV. The suite is smartly

designed in modules - so you can rent

all three rooms, just the living room and

one bedroom or just the living room as

a conference space.

The Presidential suite of Kempinski Hotel

Grand Arena Bansko is the ultimate

accommodation during your business

trip or top vacation destination for your

family and friends.

ultimate accommoDation

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The award winning Zalez Spa and Wellness center at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena offers a truly unique experience that pampers body and soul. The center features the revolutionary AlphaSphere, which creates unsurpassed relaxation & stimulation, while activating all of your 5 senses.

Ultimate relaxation and serene harmony at the very foot of the majestic Pirin mountain – that’s the concept of Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena. It’s pure luxury of the soul.

Time is never enough to explore all the opportunities at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena – from relaxation at the swimming pools and rejuvenating SPA treatments, to various sport activities and delightful culinary experiences. Or simply enjoying the fantastic view of the gorgeous mountains.

PamPer your BoDy

anD soul

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Rooms: 111 Rooms & Suites

Standard room amenities: Shower, WC, hairdryer, cable-TV, telephone, balcony.

Dining facilities: 2 Restaurants (Amvrosia, Dionyssos), 1 Bar-Restaurant (Nectar)

Guest facilities: Wellness Spa & Beauty Center, Fitness Center, Meeting room (capacity up to 80 pax),

Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, Parking, Free Wi-Fi

Premier is a 5* Hotel and member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, in southeast Bulgaria. Located in the picturesque Bansko, the famous ski

resort of Mount Pirin, it offers magnificent views both to the lush forest and the town.

Featuring the longest ski period in the Balkans, from the 15th of December to the 15th of April every year, Bansko is the place-to-be for skiers,

snowboarders and winter sport aficionados from all around the world. Hiking in the mountains, horseback riding, nearby excursions, cultural and

children activities are organized all year round.

Pirin Golf & Country Club is a 5-star resort, which offers vacation properties and luxurious

trading areas for sale and rent and manages a top-level golf club. The complex is situated

on 150 hectare area. Huddled in the beautiful Razlog-Bansko valley, near the well-known

ski resort Bansko, the resort provides the unique opportunity for a golf & ski vacation, thus

ensuring high investment returns and benefits for the property owners throughout the year.

Premier luxury mountain resort***** 11 Karamanitza str. P.O. Box 73, 2770 Bansko, BulgariaPhone: +359(0)749 50500 – 50501 CallFax: +359(0)749 50502

Pirin Golf Resort, Razlog 2760 Telephone: +359 747 98 200 Mobile: +359 882 810 200 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.piringolfhotel.com Location: Razlog, district Betolovoto

golf complex Pirin golf & country club*****

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Pirin****68 Tzar Simeon Str., Bansko 2770

Telephone +359 749 88051, fax 88044

Location: Town centre, 10 minutes walk

from the Gondola lift

Floors: 5, Lifts: 2, Units: 68.

Room types: Single rooms, twin rooms, double rooms, double deluxe rooms, apartments.

Standard room amenities: Shower, WC, hair-dryer, mini-bar, cable-TV, telephone.

Dining facilities: Restaurant, mehana restaurant, night bar, lobby bar, room service.

Guest facilities: Swimming pool, fitness centre, sauna, solarium, massage, steam bath, billiards, table

tennis, Internet and games room, souvenir shop, bank office, conference hall for up to 60 people, ski

storage, safety deposit box.

strazhite****7 Glazne Str., Bansko 2770

Telephone: +359 749 88700, 88118

Location: 10 minutes walk from the town

centre, next door to the Gondola lift

Floors: 3, Lifts: 3, Units: 160.

Room types: Twin rooms, apartments, maisonettes.

Standard room amenities: Shower, WC, hair-dryer, mini-bar, cable-TV, telephone, wireless internet, balcony.

Dining facilities: Restaurant, 2 lobby bars.

Guest facilities: Swimming pool, fitness, sauna, massage, games room, darts, billiards, bowling with

4 alleys, table tennis, shopping centre, large ski storage room, luggage room, conference room.

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Floors: 4, Rooms: 73, Beds: 150.

Room types: Double rooms.

Standard room amenities: Shower, WC, hairdryer, cable-TV, telephone, balcony.

Dining facilities: Restaurant, lobby bar, room service.

Guest facilities: Fitness centre, jacuzzi, sauna, steam bath, massage, relaxation room.

Bansko****37 Glazne Str., Bansko 2770

Telephone: +359 749 88054, 88864

Location: 5 minutes walk from the

town centre, close to the Gondola lift

Floors: 4, Lifts: 2, Units: 53. Room types: Single rooms, twin rooms, twin deluxe rooms, double deluxe

rooms, studios, apartments, maisonettes.

Standard room amenities: Bath, WC, hair-dryer, mini-bar, cable-TV, telephone.

Dining facilities: Restaurant, lobby bar, room service.

Guest facilities: Indoor swimming pool, fitness, sauna, massage, table tennis, billiards, souvenir shop,

conference hall for up to 25 people, conference hall for up to 50 people, ski storage, safety deposit box.

mura*** 39 Glazne Str., Bansko 2770

Telephone: +359 749 87900

Location: 10 minutes walk

to the bottom station of Gondola lift

superior

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aspen**** apart Hotel3 Kralev Dvor Str., Bansko 2770

Telephone:+ 359 749 82 093, + 359 749 82 094

Mobile: + 359 882 00 44 17, + 359 882 00 44 21

E-mail: [email protected]

www.aparthotelaspen.com

Location: 10 minutes walk from the town centre,

next door to the Gondola lift

white lavina ski and spa lodge9 Polejan Str., Bansko 2770

Telephone: +359 888 55 14 14

e-mail: [email protected], www.lavina.bg

Location: 3-minute walk to the Gondola lift,

10 minutes from the town centre

Apart Hotel “White Lavina Spa and Ski Lodge”, Bansko is a perfect combination of site, contemporary

concept for comfort and sense of home!

The complex offers fine opportunities for sufficient rest and attractive suggestions for all year round

outdoor sport activities. Restaurant offering Bulgarian and Mediterranean cuisine, lobby bar, supervised

kids playground, cinema hall, billiard.

Guest’s accommodation: sophisticated studios and one-bedroom apartments with king-size beds,

spacious bathrooms with floor heating, kettle, coffee machine, refrigerator, cable TV and free WIFI

connection. For a quick escape to a more tranquil atmosphere the Spa center offers steam bath,

Finnish sauna, shock bucket, Jacuzzi, relax room, numerous types of body massages, yoga. On the

other side the fitness center will ensure your perfect trim for the next day ski activities.

Guided hiking, mountain biking and free ride ski tours.

Facilities in Aspen apartament house, Bansko

24h Room service, 24h Reception, Wake up call, Paid underground protected parking lot

Free wireless, Free breakfast, Sauna, Steam bath, Covered swimming pool, Massages

Wi-Fi internet in the hotel: yes, free, WIFI

Reception: 24 hours

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Hotel Strazhite

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena

MaxSport is one of Bulgaria’s leading sports apparel retailers, offering a wide range of garments and equipment from top global brands such as EA7, Vist, Kjus, Fischer, Phenix, Atomic, Blizzard, Volkl, Conte of Florence and many others. Best prices and great service are always guaranteed.

wHere BotH stars anD fans get eQuiPPeD

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23-27 november 2016 Bansko Mountain Film Festival

17 December 2016 Bansko Ski Season Opening with Fritz Strobl, Olympic Champion, Marc Girardelli and Peppi Popangelov

19-20 December 2016 Ulen Cup, FIS races, 2xSL

21 December 2016 Pirin Cup, GS, SL

24-26 December 2016 Christmas Season

31 December 2016 New Years Eve

15 january 2017 World Snow Day

17-23 january 2017 Balloon Fiesta "Rimska bania"

21 january 2017 Pirin Cup, GS, SL

27-27 january 2017 KAPPY Cup, GS

29 january 2017 “Bobby Mavrikov” Cup I round, children’s races

3-5 february 2017 Snowboard World Cup

14 february 2017 St. Valentine

16-17 february 2017 National Snowboard Championship

24-25 february 2017 Balkan Cup

24-26 february 2017 Diplomatic Ski Races

26 february 2017 “Bobby Mavrikov” Cup II round, children’s races

26-27 february 2017 National Cross-country championship

16-19 march 2017 Bankers’ Ski Race

29-30 march 2017 National Alpine Ski Races, SC, SG, GS

31 march 2017 Mexican Championship

5-13 august 2017 Bansko Jazz Festival

26-28 august 2017 Bansko Opera Fest

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In summertime Banderishka poliana becomes... a full blown mountain entertainment complex, which major attraction is the 350 m long water slide - the biggest in Europe! Healthy activities at 1600 m above sea level in the crisp mountain air include football, minigolf, mountain bikes and... most of all - unlimited supply of fun!

great summer

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Pirin Golf Holidays Club +359 885 535 506, +359 747 806 88 Bulgaria, 2760 Razlog, 24A Goze Delchev Str.

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Pirin Golf & Country Club is an international 5 stars resort, situated in the beautiful Razlog valley, in the foothills of Pirin Mountain in South-West Bulgaria. Pirin Golf & Country Club is a year-round resort, offering the unique opportunity to ski in the wintertime and play golf in the summer. The resort will feature two 18-holes golf courses – one an Ian Woosnam designed 18-holes championship (par 72) and the second The Pirin Pine Course, designed by young German company. Pirin Golf & Country Club is situated only 5 km from the ski slopes, making this a truly golf/ski destination.

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