The brightest stars of ski arrive in Bansko and Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko is in the very heart of Audi FIS Ski World Cup for the first time in Bulgaria.

In two consecutive weekends, the best of the best in alpine skiing will be in Bansko for the regular starts of the Audi FIS Ski World Cup – first the men, then the ladies.

This “double” hosting within one season happens in Bulgaria for the first time ever and once again proves the international respect Bansko has gained as one of the premiere winter resorts in Europe.

Bansko welcomes Alpine Ski World Cup

As usual, Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko” and its friendly staff are at the epicenter of this exciting winter event. The winter resort’s most elite hotel will be a key location for official guests and VIPs during the AUDI FIS Men’s Alpine Ski WORLD CUP Bansko, 18-19 February 2012 and AUDI FIS Ladies’ Alpine Ski WORLD CUP Bansko, 25-26 February 2012.

During the second week, on Friday night, February 24th 2012, a unique VIP Gala dinner will take place in the VIP tent at the very ski track or 1500 meters above sea level! The charity event will feature 5 of the best female skiers on the planet- Lindsey Vonn, Maria Riesch, Anja Paerson, Lara Gut and Julia Mancuso- and will raise funds to support young talents of ski sport in Bulgaria.

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko offers skiers everything

200 selected guests will savor an outstanding gourmet menu, created by the Master Chef of Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko – Francesco Calore and the hotel will contribute generously to the charity raffle.

During these memorable two weeks many other activities and parties will also take place at the “Gallery” restaurant and the cozy Piano Bar “Sing Sing”. And in the end, after an adrenaline-pumping competition, the skiers will be able to relax and recharge their batteries at the exceptional Zalez SPA and Wellness center.