When most families think of a holiday, they imagine sandy beaches, pools, sandcastles and ice creams. More people than ever are trying ski holidays, and they never look back! Ski holidays are great enjoyment for the young and old although packing for a ski holiday is a little harder than packing for a holiday in the Costa Blanca. However, it keeps the family active and brings everyone together with fun activities. Do you want to know what all the fuss is about? Lets have a look at what you will need to consider when booking your holiday.
Where to stay
If you are new to ski holidays, picking a resort can be slightly confusing. There are many places that cater for families, so there are a few things you need to consider. Firstly, you need to decide if you want to spend all day outdoors skiing, or if you would like a destination where you can take a wonder or even relax indoors. I know skiing is the ultimate activity, but it can be very tiring doing it all day, everyday! Think about what you want to do on evenings too. If you are traveling in a group of adults, you want a resort with good nightlife. If you have a few youngsters in your group, you may like to return to your chalet to relax after a full day on the slopes. Ski Armadillo offer family family accommodation, so be sure to research before booking. Many resorts offer options of how long you take classes so you also need to bear this in mind. You may only want to take a class for half of the day.
Research before booking
It’s a good idea to seek advice from people in the know before booking a holiday. They may be able to advise which resort is better for the time of year you are travelling, or they may be able to help find a great holiday for your budget. As a newbie to ski holidays, advice is always recommended!
Equipment
As mentioned previously, packing for a ski holiday can prove challenging. You will need ski clothing, boots, hats, sunglasses, gloves, goggles…and that’s just for the slopes! You don’t always have to buy the equipment as it is possible to hire it which can also help your wallet. Vail Colorado ski shops allow you to hire equipment once you get there, and lots of other resorts have a similar operation in place. Doing this helps with the luggage allowance too!
Practice makes perfect
As a beginner, it is highly recommended that you practice before travelling. Head down to your local slopes or snowdome and get booked on some courses. By getting some practice in beforehand, it will help you feel a little easier when you get there. Skiing is quite physically demanding so exercising before your holiday is a good idea to make sure you don’t pull anything.
With the correct planning, you will be able to enjoy a thoroughly exciting ski holiday. Most people who try this type of holiday return year after year. It’s fun, physical and different from anything else you will have experienced….so what are you waiting for?
