So the holidays have arrived and you have decided to take your family on a seasonal Christmas skiing vacation. Before you get your boots on, there are a few steps you need to take in order to have a smooth, problem free, relaxing vacation.
Location – Depending on how long you want your vacation to be, there are a huge number of locations around the world that can cater for family skiing vacations. Maybe you just want a week away in North America, or you want to spend Christmas and New Year on the slopes in Asia, or even in the south of France. What will truly limit your choices is your budget.
Accommodation – After you have decided where in the world you want to go, you must now decide what kind of accommodation you want to stay in. Do you like nightlife, close proximity to restaurants and bars and easier access to transport links? If so, accommodation in the center of town is your best bet. If you would prefer a calmer, more relaxed atmosphere where you are closer to nature and enjoy only the company of wildlife as opposed to other holidaymakers, then a chalet on the edge of town would be ideal.
Transportation – So, you know where and when, now you need to research how. Specifically, how will you get there? Do you have enough room in your budget to fly? If you do, how will you transfer from the airport to your booked accommodation? Will you need to rent a car or is there a suitable public transport link? How will you travel to and from the powder everyday? You might, however, get lucky and be within walking distance of the piste, though not without your budget taking a bit hit!
Clothing – It is especially important for you to budget for ski clothing for your family. Hiring ski jackets, boots and skis can cost an arm and a leg, and hiring the wrong size can be dangerous. Research on the internet before you arrive as to how much it will possibly costs, and ask either at your hotel or the proprietors of your bungalow as to where and how much renting clothing will cost. Always remember to choose clothing that is bright and keeps you warm. Due to the dangers that are prevalent when skiing, it is vital that you take every precaution in this department, especially with young children.
Equipment – Ok, so you ski often; you have your own skis, goggles and boots, but are they suitable? Are they damaged? Do they still fit? What do you have? What will you need to hire? Who in your family will be skiing and who snowboarding? Depending on what you and your family want to do, different equipment will be needed for different activities.
Location – Depending on how long you want your vacation to be, there are a huge number of locations around the world that can cater for family skiing vacations. Maybe you just want a week away in North America, or you want to spend Christmas and New Year on the slopes in Asia, or even in the south of France. What will truly limit your choices is your budget.
Accommodation – After you have decided where in the world you want to go, you must now decide what kind of accommodation you want to stay in. Do you like nightlife, close proximity to restaurants and bars and easier access to transport links? If so, accommodation in the center of town is your best bet. If you would prefer a calmer, more relaxed atmosphere where you are closer to nature and enjoy only the company of wildlife as opposed to other holidaymakers, then a chalet on the edge of town would be ideal.
Transportation – So, you know where and when, now you need to research how. Specifically, how will you get there? Do you have enough room in your budget to fly? If you do, how will you transfer from the airport to your booked accommodation? Will you need to rent a car or is there a suitable public transport link? How will you travel to and from the powder everyday? You might, however, get lucky and be within walking distance of the piste, though not without your budget taking a bit hit!
Clothing – It is especially important for you to budget for ski clothing for your family. Hiring ski jackets, boots and skis can cost an arm and a leg, and hiring the wrong size can be dangerous. Research on the internet before you arrive as to how much it will possibly costs, and ask either at your hotel or the proprietors of your bungalow as to where and how much renting clothing will cost. Always remember to choose clothing that is bright and keeps you warm. Due to the dangers that are prevalent when skiing, it is vital that you take every precaution in this department, especially with young children.
Equipment – Ok, so you ski often; you have your own skis, goggles and boots, but are they suitable? Are they damaged? Do they still fit? What do you have? What will you need to hire? Who in your family will be skiing and who snowboarding? Depending on what you and your family want to do, different equipment will be needed for different activities.
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