 Poster: A snowHead
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Having arranged lads ski holidays for god knows how long in France I pretty much know all the resorts / runs and hotels , but when it comes to Austria I am at a loss .
Several of the lads have suggested Mayrhoffen and I have been able to find a number of hotels that seem to be centrally located and within budget , but are there any specific tips to be made aware of , i.e is there a specific lift to aim for a better ski area , is there a certain area of Mayrhoffen we should look for the hotel to be in . where are the best après ski bars , where are the best slopes , which are the fastest lifts , are there any “ dead end lifts “ that only serve a small area . is there a ski bus , any useful info would be gratefully received .
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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gwatts10, first of all: Mayrhofen has no real ski in-out so don't expect it to be like France in that regard.
The skiing is high up though, the main Gondola in Mayrhofen is the Penken which is very busy in the mornings and end of afternoon. There are also regular buses up to the Hintertux area.
The nightlife is lively and right next to the Penken is the Ice Bar for Apres.
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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tha train down the valley is free with the lift pass . so plenty of other resorts as well . ie zell am ziller ,kaltenback . both within half an hour and great areas.
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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Bruckenstadl is vastly better for Apres than the Ice Bar. 
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as said above bruckenstadl and ice bar are the main straight off the slope bars . or get the horberg lift down and try the yeti bar . later on try mo`s , scotland yard , apropos , and the strass sports bar , which has a great singer on . really gets the place rocking.
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A good tip is to come down the penken before the afternoon rush, head up the acorn get a drink at the icebar and then there's a nice long red back down to town.
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snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
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Thanks to all , 2 hotels are on the short list Post hotel and Gast Hof Brukke , which is right behind Ahorn . Just checking prices . Thanks to everbody's help much appreciated
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And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
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The Post Hotel has recently been renovated and looks quite nice. Although further from the lift, I think it is a better spot for nightlife etc. and also the Ski bus stops right outside.
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Also the Hotel Perauer is nice as is the Viktoria.
I wouldn't hesitate to half board, food at Perauer (and indeed most hotels) is good.
We always stay at the Hotel Landenhof at New Year, good rooms and great food. At the back of the village so a whole 5 min walk to Penken but if you hire skis you can leave them at the shop or pay to leave them in the skli shop below the Penkenbahn.
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You know it makes sense.
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If the que looks big do Ahorn in the morning for a few runs,
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Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
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Neuhaus is a good hotel but not great location wise.
The strass garni is great location wise but not nearly such a good hotel. If you fancy b and b and a good location it might be for you.
The penken is busy and you just have to push forward. There are two lanes outside and the queue at one is often much shorter than the other. There is no reason so just join the short one.
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Poster: A snowHead
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Make sure you try the hot pork sandwiches from the shop by the penkenbahn. They're almost addictive:-o Mayrhofen is an excellent choice for a 'lads' trip with plenty of bars.
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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Or the ribs, don't forget the ribes. Mmmm. Can't wait for the 27th.
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FAQ
, but I think you meant the Ahorn..... 
