Skiing at Jasna in Slovakia

SHOW NOTES — SKIING IN JASNÁ, SLOVAKIA

Episode Title: Skiing in Jasná: A Winter Adventure in Slovakia’s Low Tatras

Host: Max Hartshorne, GoNOMAD Travel Podcast

In this episode, Max takes listeners along on a winter journey through Slovakia, a country full of surprises — from affordable skiing and cozy chalets to wooden UNESCO churches and medieval castle ruins. Traveling with a small group of nine, Max explores the Low Tatras, skis the slopes of Jasná, and discovers why Slovakia is one of Europe’s most underrated winter destinations.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

1. How to get to Slovakia via Vienna or Krakow, and why Bratislava makes a great first stop
2. The fun and camaraderie of small‑group travel
3. A scenic train ride across the country into the Liptov region
4. Staying in ski‑in, ski‑out chalets near Jasná
5. Three days of skiing Slovakia’s largest resort, with lift tickets around €61
6. Affordable on‑mountain dining, including Slovak classics like bryndzové halušky
7. A visit to the UNESCO‑listed Articular Wooden Church of Kežmarok, built entirely without nails
8. Exploring Spis Castle, historic towns, and local Slovak cuisine
9. A memorable electric train ride into the High Tatras for tubing, lake walks, and mountain views
10. Why Slovakia is a fantastic alternative to pricey U.S. and Western European ski destinations

Why This Episode Matters

This story highlights the joy of discovering places that don’t always make the top‑ten travel lists. Slovakia offers excellent snow, low prices, rich history, and warm hospitality — all wrapped into a trip that’s easy, social, and full of memorable moments.

Links & Mentions

1. Ski Jasná – Slovakia’s largest ski resort in the Low Tatras
2. Bratislava – Slovakia’s charming capital
3. Kežmarok Articular Wooden Church – UNESCO World Heritage Site
4. Spis Castle – One of Central Europe’s largest castle ruins
5. Poprad – Gateway city to the High Tatras

About the GoNOMAD Travel Podcast

Short, 5–8 minute episodes featuring unusual destinations, great travel stories, and inspiration for your next adventure — hosted by Max Hartshorne, editor of GoNOMAD.com..