Ski holiday in Sierra Nevada at a bargain price

Andalusia is a region in southern Spain that most tourists associate with the Costa del Sol and beach holidays on the Mediterranean. The Sierra Nevada shows that there is more to Andalusia: it is probably the best-known and finest ski area in all of southern Europe. The wonderful ski resort of Pradollano lies amid the mountains of the Sierra Nevada, just a few minutes’ drive from Granada and its world-famous Alhambra fortress. At the Meliá Sol y Nieve in Pradollano, the name says it all: there is more than enough sun and snow—the English translation of the name—in the Sierra Nevada during winter.

To make a ski holiday in Andalusia even more appealing this winter, Sol Meliá Hotels & Resorts are opening the season at their two properties in Pradollano with a special offer. The Meliá Sierra Nevada is right next to the Meliá Sol y Nieve, in the center of Pradollano yet just a few steps from the ski lifts. Both Meliá hotels have four stars and are setting new standards for the entire Sierra Nevada, particularly in wellness and spa. Skiers who book or choose to stay for at least three days at the Meliá Sol y Nieve or Meliá Sierra Nevada in Pradollano by November 17 receive a 20% discount. A week’s ski holiday in Andalusia in luxurious surroundings at the Meliá, including a ski pass and half board, then costs only around 1,000 euros per person instead of 1,256.

Those who want to see more than mountains and snow while skiing in Spain can take the shuttle to nearby Granada to marvel at the impressive Alhambra, or take a day trip to the Costa del Sol. Even in winter, some beachgoers are said to brave the Mediterranean waters, where temperatures range from 17 to 19 °C.