Top Tips for Booking Your Ski Trip
- Take out travel insurance!
Travel rule number one: If you can't afford insurance, you can't afford to travel. And there's no type of holiday where this rule applies more than a ski holiday. The highs of hurtling down a mountain on two thin planks of wood come with certain risks. Choosing the right ski policy for your needs is vital - whether you will be skiing down the mountains or just drinking by them. Talk with your travel consultant about the best policy for you.
- Create an individual package
Choosing the right ski holiday package is paramount. Talk to your consultant as it helps to book everything in advance. Your personalised package can include airfares, transfers, lodging, lift passes, equipment, car hire if needed and possibly even a lesson or two. Not only does this save you money overall - giving you more spare cash to spend on après ski activities - it is also a stress free way of travelling, as everything is organised before you leave.
- Time your ski trip
The timing of your ski trip could bag you considerable savings and other benefits. School holidays are generally considered high season, so where possible, consider a mid-week or early or late season ski trip, as there are often significant discounts. This is also a good time for beginners to ski, as the slopes are less crowded. If you have the flexibility to travel at a moment's notice, you can often fi nd last-minute deals and discounts. Check with your Flight Centre consultant for the best deals.
- Choose the right destination
Ski resorts each offer something unique, so you'll need to do your research. If you're a beginner skier or travelling with small children, your ski resort will ideally offer local beginner lift passes, a good ski school and good nursery slopes. Advanced skiers will be looking for more challenging terrain, while group travellers will want a mixed grading of slopes so that all members of the party are catered for.
- Choose the right accommodation
Ski accommodation is varied and caters for everyone, from families, to groups and singles. Some of the choices you are presented with include chalets, hotels, B&Bs and self-catering apartments. And you'll need to decide if you prefer to stay on-snow - stepping out of your front door each day and directly onto the slopes, or in town - close to all the après ski action.
- Need to hire a car?
If you're travelling between mountains or need to drive to the slopes from your accommodation with your skis and equipment, consider renting a skierised car that comes with a ski rack and snow chains for icy conditions. A 4WD vehicle is also an option.
- Equipment hire
If you're a first-time skier who isn't sure if skiing is going to be your 'thing', hiring ski gear for your first trip is a great idea.
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