Think again, later-life ski adopters are common. It's not just for those who have grown up with the sport.  Join Solos Holidays on a transformative holiday to introduce the great sport of skiing, complete with delicious food, vibrant Andorran culture and fun après-ski with an affordable price tag.

Tour Leaders keep the wheels-oiled, things fun, sociable and stress-free and have a clear understanding of how it feels to take that first ski leap. With no single supplements, a ready-made group of enthusiastic newbies, organised ski lessons, flights*, transfers, accommodation and dining options included, all skiing virgins need to do is click into their skis.

Solos is also keen to challenge the assumption that solo travel is purely for singles. Regardless of age, ability, circumstance, background, gender – there really is something for everyone – especially on these exciting learn to ski trips.

Did you know that Abta points to “a growing appetite for solo travel”, up 40 per cent between 2022 and 2023 with “a significant proportion opting to join group tours”.

Tucked into the pleats of the Pyrenees, the dinky principality of Andorra punches above its weight in winter, from skiing and fiestas to a gourmet food-scene that features the best bits of France and Spain. Holidays aim to introduces the slopes without the pressures. The beginner's week package is studded with a balance of skiing, spa lounging and vibrant après ski.

Don't know what to wear, unsure what equipment to use, and confused by the mountain lingo? Well, sit back, relax and let Solos Holidays whisk beginners off to the slopes to learn a new skill that will hopefully turn them into a life-long ski enthusiast. Skilled, qualified instructors will guide newbies through the basics, work on technique and build everyone's confidence. The relaxed vibe of the area, and the variety of slopes in Arinsal, means it has become a safe and enjoyable place to learn how to ski. There are numerous nursery slopes with easy green and blue runs to progress onto in due course. The ski school in resort is well renowned and amongst the best in the Pyrenees, adding to the area's reputation for beginners.

A seven-night  Arinsal ski beginners week leaving on 26 January and 09 March 2025, staying at the 4* Yomo Patagonia hotel, ski-in-ski-out  with spa, sauna and hammam on a half board basis with wine, costs from £1,894 pp, this includes return flights and transfers, airport taxes, welcome drink, six day lift pass, five days ski school for three hours and an accompanying Solos tour leader. 

Solos (020 8951 2900, www.solosholidays.co.uk)   

ENDS: 02September 2024