Skiing in Switzerland and the Magic Pass

"Ski is to Switzerland what soccer is to Spain"

Views from Evolène

I love skiing. We don't get to see much snow in Alicante, and that's why going to ski during Christmas holidays is so special for those of us who love winter sports. 

Now you can imagine how happy I got when I knew I was coming to Switzerland, a country in the heart of the Alps. 

That's not all though, because not only am I in Switzerland, but I'm also in Sion, a city SURROUNDED by ski stations. It doesn't matter where you look, you'll always see some ski facilities, it's fantastic!

I was lucky to borrow the material from my host family, and to buy a season pass that gives me access to more than 10 different ski stations for a very reasonable price, the Magic Pass, probably one of the best purchases I've ever done, and that I'll ever do. 

18-1-2019, Crans Montana

Since I came back from my holidays in Spain I have been skiing at least once per week. Just imagine going on a Friday, when everybody is working or in school, and having all the slopes for you and maybe a few other tourists, there are no words to describe that, I swear.

What's more, it's hard to get bored by a certain station, because you can always to a different one the next day. 

Something cool about Switzerland is that it is very common for people to have this season pass I'm talking about or to start doing winter sports at a very young age. For instance, I take care of two kids, and the older one is 4 years old and has just started ski lessons.
Moreover, I've been several times to the ice skating rink with my friends and there are babies that are learning to skate and I don't know if they even speak! I find it so cool.

A sign warning about the danger of avalanche, Evolve

If I hadn't decided to take a gap year, this is something I would definitely not be able to live, and it sure is one of the many things that make this decision being worth it. So, again, if anyone who reads this knows of something who is thinking about taking a gap year or are considering it themselves, do not hesitate to ask any questions you may have and just know it is a once in a lifetime experience.

Thanks for reading!! 

P.S.: If you see any grammar mistake or misspelling let me know in the comments please ;)