podcastsinenglish Level 3.140 On the piste
Feb 15, 2018
Jackie and Richard recount their first ski trip in two decades, exploring the modest slopes of Portugal's Serra de Estrela. They share amusing stories from the drive, including their initial worries about the snow conditions. Choosing style over safety, they donned sunglasses instead of goggles at the rental shop. While Richard finds skiing effortless, Jackie faces challenges on icy terrain. Limited snow leads to some less-than-ideal conditions, but they contemplate a return before the season wraps up in April.
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Short Local Ski Trip
- Jackie and Richard describe driving two to two-and-a-half hours to Serra de Estrela to go skiing near their home in Portugal.
- They remark it’s a small ski area, not like French or Italian resorts, but still high enough for snow.
Return To Skiing After Years
- Both admit they hadn't skied for about 20 years and treated the trip as an adventure to get back on skis.
- Richard felt comfortable quickly, saying skiing is 'like riding a bike' and he didn't forget how to do it.
Unexpected Quiet Resort And Costs
- They arrived worried because they initially saw no snow or people and feared the resort might be closed.
- They rented skis and poles on site, paid about €25 for rental and €20 for a ski pass each.