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The podcast documents Margot’s skiing experiences in the resorts of Formigal and Panticosa over the Christmas period of 2024. It describes the high crowds, hard snow and difficulties encountered in Formigal, contrasting with a more pleasant experience, albeit with fewer open pistes, in Panticosa. Finally, we return to Formigal, again finding many people but enjoying the spaciousness of the resort. The podcast includes recommendations for improving skiing technique and promotes the online shop parasqui.com
How does the amount of snow and people influence the skiing experience?
The amount of snow and people significantly influences the skiing experience.
●Amount of snow:
○With little snow, fewer runs are open, which limits the options for skiing and can lead to repetition of the same runs.
○Hard or icy snow, common when there is little snow, increases difficulty and the risk of accidents, especially for less experienced skiers.
●Number of people:
○Overcrowding on the slopes increases the risk of accidents, especially with skiers of different levels.
○Long queues at the lifts reduce effective skiing time and can be frustrating.
○Even services such as toilets can be affected by crowds, causing discomfort.
In short, the ideal combination is a good amount of snow with low crowds, allowing you to enjoy the variety of slopes, the quality of the snow and the tranquillity on the descents. However, the passion for skiing can lead to enjoy the experience even with these limitations, adapting the technique and looking for less crowded areas.
Which ski resort was the most enjoyable for Margot and why?
For Margot, the most enjoyable ski resort was Panticosa, despite having fewer slopes open. This is because there were far fewer people, which allowed her to enjoy the runs in peace and quiet and without the stress of crowds.
●In Formigal, the large number of people generated long queues on the lifts and a feeling of insecurity on the slopes, especially due to the presence of skiers with little control.
●In Panticosa, even services such as toilets were more accessible.
While Formigal offers a greater variety of slopes and fast lifts, Margot’s experience was marred by overcrowding, a factor that negatively influences the enjoyment of skiing, as mentioned in our previous conversation.
What problems did Margot encounter in Formigal on 26 December?
On 27 December, Margot encountered several problems in Formigal:
●Too many people: Even though the resort was only 30% open due to the lack of snow, there was an excessive amount of people, which generated long queues at the lifts and made it unpleasant to ski on the full slopes.
●Hard and dangerous snow: The snow was very hard and icy, which increased the risk of accidents, especially with the amount of people on the slopes. This situation was even more worrying due to the presence of many skiers with little level, which generated insecurity when descending.
●Difficulty in using the services: The large number of people also affected services, such as toilets, which had long queues.
In summary, Margot’s experience in Formigal on 26 December was negatively affected by the overcrowding, which generated discomfort, waiting and a feeling of insecurity on the slopes.
How does Margot Formigal and Panticosa compare in terms of skiing experience?
Margot compares Formigal and Panticosa based on her skiing experience during the December 2024 holidays. Although both resorts had little snow, which limited the slopes available, the main difference was in the amount of people:
Formigal:
●On 27 December, the resort was packed. Although it was only 30% open, the queues at the lifts were long and the slopes were full, which made the experience unpleasant and even dangerous, especially with the hard snow and the presence of skiers with little level.
●On 29 December, the experience was better. Despite the crowds, Margot and her group found less crowded areas as they moved away from the main area. The snow was still hard, but with more experience, they were able to enjoy skiing at higher speeds.
●Formigal offers a greater variety of slopes and fast lifts, but overcrowding can negatively affect the experience.
Panticosa:
●Fewer people and quieter. Despite having few slopes open, the experience in Panticosa was more pleasant due to fewer people, which made it possible to enjoy the descents with more peace and quiet.
●More accessible services. The smaller crowds were also reflected in the ease of using services, such as toilets.
●Panticosa is a smaller resort, which can result in less variety of slopes and a more repetitive route.
In short, Margot preferred Panticosa because of the smaller crowds, which contributed to a more relaxed and safer experience. While Formigal offers more variety, the overcrowding can dull the enjoyment of the skiing. The choice between the two resorts will depend on your tolerance for crowds and the priority you give to the variety of slopes versus the tranquillity of the descents.
How does Margot describe her experience in Panticosa on 28 December?
Margot describes her experience in Panticosa on 28 December as ‘great’ despite the fact that the resort had few slopes open due to the limited amount of snow. The highlight was the low number of people, which contrasted with the overcrowding experienced in Formigal a few days earlier. This allowed him to enjoy the descents in peace and quiet and without the stress of the crowds.
In addition to the tranquillity on the slopes, Margot highlights the ease of using the services, such as the toilets, which were clean and without queues, something that was not the case in Formigal. Although she didn’t have time to explore the whole resort, she mentions that Panticosa is beautiful and that she hopes to return in the future when more slopes are open.
In summary, Margot’s experience in Panticosa was characterised by:
●Few people: It allowed her to enjoy skiing in peace and quiet and without crowds.
●Accessible toilets: Clean toilets and no queues.
●Beauty of the resort: Although he was not able to explore it fully, he describes it as beautiful.
Despite the limited number of slopes available, the lack of crowds made Panticosa a much more pleasant experience than Formigal for Margot on this occasion.
What is Margot’s final opinion about skiing in Formigal on December 29th?
Margot, despite finding a lot of people in Formigal on 29 December, as well as on the 26th, considers the experience to have been a positive one.
●By moving away from the main area, she found less crowded slopes and was able to enjoy skiing in a more relaxed way.
●Although the snow was still hard and icy, by that day they were more experienced and were able to adapt to the conditions, skiing with greater speed and confidence.
●She acknowledges that Formigal is a large resort with a wide variety of slopes and fast lifts, which makes it attractive despite the crowds.
In summary, Margot admits that Formigal is worthwhile if you are willing to deal with the crowds, especially in high season. She recommends waiting for snowfall to enjoy better snow conditions and, in general, finds skiing in Formigal a good experience.
Mi Experiencia en Formigal y Panticosa
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