Affordable Ski Holiday for Young People: 'Joves a la Neu' Opens Registrations

Ski adventures for young adults: Secure your spot now

When the cafés in the Plaça Major still smell of warm coffee on a late November morning and the Tramuntana gently tugs at the houses, many Mallorcans begin to dream of snow. The island council has reinstated the "Joves a la Neu" offer: a week-long ski holiday for young adults between 18 and 30 years old — at a price that makes you look twice.

Registration starts tonight at midnight and runs until December 12. Residents of the island who meet the age requirement can apply. The trips will take place in February 2026 to Andorra; the dates are staggered by age groups, with the first session planned from February 1 to 6. Available places will be allocated by lottery, so register quickly to increase your chances.

A small but decisive bonus: the government covers about 70 percent of the costs. Participants therefore only pay a personal contribution of roughly €277. The package includes accommodation with full board, travel, ski pass, rental equipment, ski lessons and leisure activities — everything needed for a relaxed beginner week in the mountains.

Such offers are more than just a weekend trip. For many young people on the island, this is the first opportunity to try a ski holiday at all: a week with peers, ski lessons, the first turns on groomed slopes and evenings filled with hut stories. At a time when leisure can be expensive, this program opens a door that would otherwise remain closed.

On Mallorca this also matters for community life: young people meet after university or shift work, arrange to meet near the market or the harbor, quickly buy thermal underwear in a second-hand shop and swap tips. These encounters strengthen networks and create memories that last — from the bus station to the Passeig des Born, suddenly everyone is talking about snow instead of the sea.

Practical: registration is done online at the responsible office of the island council. Because places are drawn by lottery, it's advisable not to miss the deadline. Those unsure about equipment can ask local sports shops or clubs beforehand — second-hand options and rentals are common in Mallorca's winter-sport circles and help save money.

A small piece of inspiration for those interested: organize yourselves in groups so the anticipation can be shared. If you like, meet before departure at the Olivar market or the Plaça del Mercat, exchange experiences and plan extras together — for example a hut hike or a film night with an après-ski playlist. Small touches like these turn the trip into a proper memory.

Why is this good for Mallorca? Young people remain active members of island society, they make contacts and discover opportunities that at first glance don't seem to fit a Mediterranean island. The program also shows that public funding has direct effects: mobility, leisure and learning (ski lessons are a learning opportunity) become accessible without participants having to bear high costs alone.

Those who register now not only secure a chance at an affordable ski week but also join a small movement: Mallorcans willing to try new things, share experiences and bring back winter stories to tell on warm days. So: pull your jacket from the closet, try on warm socks and set your alarm for midnight.

Quick info

Who: Young adults between 18 and 30 years old living in Mallorca. What: A one-week ski holiday including travel, accommodation (full board), ski pass, equipment, ski lessons and leisure programs. When: Trips in February 2026, first session 1–6 February. Cost: Around €277 thanks to a 70% government subsidy. Registration: Starts tonight at midnight, deadline December 12. Allocation: By lottery.

More details and the online registration are available through the official pages of the island council. For many young people this is an easy entry into white slopes and new friendships — and an invitation to experience winter together.