Tips For Booking That First Skiing Holiday

When most people think about skiing holidays, inexpensive and affordable are not the first words that come to mind. However, there are several ways you can reduce the overall price of a trip on the slopes, if you the right places to look and when. That is the aim of this post, to educate you on some tips that will help you save money on your next or first skiing trip.

1. Book Last Minute

The best offers are usually available very early or very late into the season. This means for most skiing resorts that this would be the last couple of weeks in December and April. Keep a close eye on the snow report, but try and leave it as late as possible before you book because the closer you book your time away to when you actually leave, the more you will save.

2. Book Away From The Crowds

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Okay, so you may have your heart set on traveling to what is considered the Big 5 in terms of skiing experiences – Germany, Italy, France, Austria, and Switzerland. The best way to do this while saving some money in the process is to research and book with one of the lesser-known resorts. If you are really looking to save a lot of money, however, you need to look at going to Eastern Europe for your trip. Particularly to places such as Slovakia where the snow is still plentiful but the bill is a mere fraction of some of the better-known, popular places.

3. Rent and Borrow Equipment And Clothes

If your trip will be the first or even second time you have been skiing, it makes much more sense to borrow equipment and clothes from friends if you can. This is how most people do it, because at beginner level skiing is not the most budget-friendly sporting activity when it comes to the accessories you need. If you can’t borrow you should look at renting and there are many places up and down the country that offer this kind of service for very reasonable prices.

With regards to equipment such as boots and skis, try and pre-book these when you can online. You may have the option to book them separately or as part of your holiday package. As well as giving you the chance to ride on top-notch equipment, it will also save you a pretty penny in baggage fees.

4. Research Your Lift Pass Options

Many of the package ski holiday deals offer deals on lift passes too. However, it is always recommended that you look around at other offers because you will often be able to get them cheaper if you buy them separately.

5. Consider Taking A Shorter Break

Another option that has become more popular in recent years is taking a shorter more tailor-made skiing break. These enable you to fine-tune your holiday so that you can get the maximum amount of slope time in a gorgeous location without needing to take too much time out of your busy work schedule.