Hit the slopes before everyone else with First Tracks. Head out with an experienced guide at 8.15am for 30 to 45 minutes of mountain time before the lifts open to the public. 

You'll then have an hour of guiding and technical hints with your guide before finding a scenic spot to enjoy a well-earned coffee and croissant.

First Tracks runs every Wednesday (weather permitting) and is available to pre-book, just add it at checkout. Please note that you need to be confident on red runs to take part. 

Arinsal does a great job of balancing family friendly vibes with a lively après ski scene. Lots of small bars and hotels full of entertainment are on offer, with plenty of live music, chill lounges, bowling and arcade games and ski videos to check out.

The Hotel Princesa Parc also has a large spa and wellness centre for those who are feeling the need of a bit of 'me time' and a good soak in their giant hot tub.

Or to keep your adrenaline levels up, head to Naturlandia. It's around 45 minutes from Arinsal, the highlight of this activity park is the 3.5km alpine coaster. Named the ‘Tobotronc’, the 8-minute ride takes you down the mountain and through the La Rabassa forest.

Arinsal is the place to try traditional Catalan mountain cuisine. Popular dishes include rustic casseroles, hearty pasta and rice dishes, as well as a firm Catalan tradition: cured meats. Locally sourced ingredients make an appearance on most menus - with wild game and native crops adding new flavours for foodies to try!

Many meals feature a ‘Tablas de embutidos’, a sharing board of cured meats. Usually served on a wooden board, the platter includes familiar favourites like chorizo, alongside donja, bringuera, llonganissa and botifarres - all types of sausages.

This platter is traditionally followed by a Barrejada or Escudella - roughly translated as ‘Peasant’s Stew’ - a delicious casserole of meat, beans, vegetables and pasta - ideal after an active day on the slopes.

Save some money for après with our ski & board offers...

Free ski guiding & coaching from fully qualified Neilson Mountain Experts when you stay at Neilson Chalet Hotel Micolau or Hotel Montane

Free lift pass for the group leader when 12+ people book and each pre-book a lift pass

Free lift passes for kids under 16 available with each pre-booked adult lift pass

Free senior lift passes for over 70s available in resort

Ski and board pack bundles Make extra savings with our ski & board pack bundles. Choose a lift pass & equipment bundle or add on tuition too.

Cut price of ski & board carriage Save money & reserve space on the plane for your kit by pre-booking ski & board carriage