Set amongst the outstanding natural beauty of Šumava Mountains and located right on the edge of the National Park, the Hotel Horizont is the perfect choice for a winter sports or summer holiday. Situated at 1100 metres the air is clean, fresh and sweet. In winter the whole area is blanketed in heavy snow and is a winter sports paradise, with downhill skiing serviced by ski lifts and extensive cross country trails routed through pristine countryside. In Spring and Summer the whole area is transformed into a nature paradise and a comprehensive network of walking, hiking and mountain bike trails can be used to explore the mountains and discover its unique flora and fauna. The OREA Wellness Hotel Horizont has the best equipped spa, relaxation and health centre in the region, providing an extensive range of treatments and remedies.

With spectacular panoramic views to the Špindlerov Mlýn ski slopes and overlooking the small mountain hamlet of St Peter, the Hotel Horal is located in a prime location in the Giant Mountains. The extensive on-site activity and liesure facilities combined with its closeness to some of the best winter sport facilities in the mountains, makes it an ideal holiday choice for individuals or all the family. Also, with its extensive conference facilities and event orientated personnel, it is a perfect venue for business and company meetings, presentations or team building. When the snow disappears in the Spring the Hotel Horal becomes a centre for exploring the mountains on a extensive network of marked hiking trails amongst beautiful scenery.

Superbly located in the Giant Mountains at 700mts and just a few minutes walk from the vibrant ski resort village of Harrachov, the Vital Hotel Sklář offers great food and drinks and extensive sport and relaxation facilities. The philosophy of living a healthy lifestyle is summed up in the name ´Vital´ and the mission of the hotel is to provide an exciting combination of physical activities, wellness and spa experiences with dining on good wholesome food. OREA Vital Hotel Sklář enjoys the reputation of being the best hotel in the area making it the ideal choice for a winter or summer holiday or that business meeting or event.

Recently refurbished in a contemporary style and set in a superb location in a pristine area of the Giant Mountains National Park, Arnika Hotel provides excellent cuisine and a wide range of sport and leisure activities. The á la carte restaurant is renown for serving up exciting food made from quality ingredients by enthusiastic chefs. The well equipped Wellness and Spa centre, operated by dedicated and experienced personnel, offers the latest treatments and relaxation opportunities. Just a few metres from the hotel is a downhill ski area – with training facilities for newcomers and children – and for the energetic and adventurous there are cross-country ski routes amongst the fabulous mountain scenery. From Spring to Autumn the whole area is transformed into a nature paradise and the Arnika is an ideal base from which to explore the National Park on marked hiking trails.

A traditional mountain style hotel dating from 1922, now fully modernised to provide the latest facilities and yet still retaining that warm cosy atmosphere of bygone days. Located right in the heart of the quaint village of Harrachov and set amongst the splendour of the Giant Mountains, the Bílý Hořec hotel is an ideal base for a winter sports or summer holiday. Directly overlooking the famous ski slopes, it is just a few minutes walk to the chair lifts and access to a wide range of downhill and cross country skiing. The hotel prides itself in the excellent cuisine offered in the restaurant and there is a well stocked bar with a comfortable seating area to pass away the evenings after an eventful day in the mountains. The Roman style relaxation area with raised jacuzzi bath offers a wide range of beauty and health treatments and is a great place to just unwind. For the business client there is a VIP lounge with conference equipment.

sundance BC – beautiful ski-in/out 5 star resort accommodations; condos villas cabins cottages – minutes from the Big White Village, activities, events. Totally the place to be if you want to escape the Olympic crowds in Vancouver.

Skiing Wildcat Mountain in Jackson, NH with Bill on March 25, 2009. Wow!!!!!!! Spectacular!!! Great grooming! Perfect weather! Spectacular day! Skied Poldecat, Catnap, Tomcat, Tomcat Schuss, Lynx, Catapult, Alley-cat, Wildcat, Wildcat Pitch, Bobcat and Wild Kitten. Stayed at the Swiss Chalet in Bartlett on Tuesday night and skied the twofer’ on Wednesday. Good deal at the Swiss Chalet and they have wireless Internet access. Supper at the Scarecrow. Breakfast at Yesterday’s. Lunch at the deli …

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