Ice Hotel Recommended For Skiers
Friday, March 30th, 2007
Travellers on ski holidays looking for accommodation more unusual than the typical chalet may be interested in a stay in Sweden’s unique Icehotel – holiday accommodation located alongside the ice-covered River Torne.
Holidaymakers can take advantage of numerous activities available at the hotel, situated in the village of Jukkasjarvi, north of the Arctic Circle.
Those looking for excitement can engage in ice driving, snowmobiling and wildlife watching, in addition to nearby skiing opportunities.
"Under two hours drive from the Icehotel are the ski resorts of Riksgransen and Bjorkliden for a very unique skiing experience," the company reports.
It adds that these resorts provided ample snow for off-piste ski holidays, with guaranteed conditions at on the slopes.
Other options for holidaymakers include entertainment for children to keep young ones on family ski holidays occupied, while all family members can visit the world-renowned Esrange Spacecentre featuring ice structures and the launch pad for Virgin Galactic’s space tourism efforts.
