Has watching the Winter Olympics made you hanker for a bit of snow?

The best of the world’s skiers and snowboarders might be battling it out on the slopes in Sochi, but you can grab a piece of the action a bit closer to home by heading to Europe for a last minute ski holiday.

The season will be over before you know it, so take advantage of these special offers while they’re hot. Or should that be cold?

mountains via flickr by josef grunig

El Pas de la Casa, Andorra 

Situated at 2000m in the heart of the Pyrenees, Pas de la Casa is one of Europe’s highest resorts. If you’re new to the slopes, this is the destination for you as the resort is home to the largest ski school in the area.

Great for: Beginners

Cost: Flights and half-board from £379

montgenevre via flickr by rdesoras

Montgenevre, France

Standing at a staggering 2,577 metres high, this resort in the French Alps is known for its consistent snow conditions throughout the season. Founded in 1907, Montgenevre is also one of Europe’s oldest resorts and has 400km of runs to choose from.

Great for: Guaranteed powder

Cost: Flights and catered accommodation from £419

snowboarder via flickr by total13

Passo Tonale, Italy 

This resort in Northern Italy is part of the Rhaetian Alps and is known for its short queues and peaceful setting. Passo Tonale also has plenty of wide-groomed pistes, making it a good shout for snowboarders and large groups.

Great for: Families

Cost: Flights and half-board accommodation from £329

Day 3 11:26 - Ski school day 2 - Looking down the Rotata green run

Borovets, Bulgaria 

After opening in 1896, this Bulgarian resort, on the northern slopes of Rila, offers a range of downhill runs particularly aimed at intermediate and advanced skiers. With 35km of cross country trails, Borovets is also home to one of the world’s best biathlon tracks.

Great for: Cross-country skiing

Cost: Flights and half-board accommodation from £299

Risoul via flickr by Palingzp

Risoul, France

While there’s lots going on for everyone in this traditional Alpine resort, advanced snowboarders will appreciate its park just for them. ‘Surfland’ features its very own 100m long pipe, with plenty of rails and boardercross runs to ride as well.

Great for: Snowboarders

Cost: Flights and catered accommodation from £399

See all of our bargains on ski holidays, or tell us where you’re off to this half term.

Prices are based on 2 sharing a room.

Images: visions of domino, Palingzp, chrisjroos,  rdesoras, josef grunig via Flickr