A Ski Holiday Planning Checklist
Planning a ski vacation can be a huge task, even for the experienced skier. There are so many things to remember to pack, and even more things to do. Forgetting even one or two things from this list can make the trip uncomfortable, but forgetting a number of things, or forgetting something really important, like money or reservations, can make it miserable. Here are a few things to consider before heading out on that ski trip.
Plans
There are a number of people who are excited that you’re coming, but they may not have space for you if you don’t let them know ahead of time. Make sure to set up a reservation with the hotel, vacation rental, or wherever you’re staying. You should also purchase a lift ticket and even rental equipment ahead of time, if possible. You can almost always buy these when you arrive at the mountain, but having them before hand ensures that nothing can go wrong, such as unexpectedly being closed on Monday, or a price jump. If the mountain doesn’t sell lift tickets and rentals ahead of time, there are companies that will allow you to purchase these. Often, the third-party companies even offer discounts on tickets. Finally, don’t forget to book travel to and from the slope. This one seems obvious, but missing a detail in these plans can kill an entire trip.
Things to Bring
Once the plans are made, it’s time to pack. Make sure you bring the obvious things, like warm clothes and any equipment you own and want to use. But don’t forget the little things either. You’ll need food for any meals you plan to make yourself. Even if you’re going to eat most or all of your meals at restaurants, you’ll want plenty of snacks. Water bottles are also a necessity. Remember to bring anything that will make you more comfortable, such as sleeping supplies and pain killers. You’ll also want extra socks so you can have dry feet at the end of the day, and maybe a good book to read by the fire before you head to bed. Finally, make sure you bring enough cash to cover any meals you didn’t bring with you, as well as anything you left at home.
A skiing vacation is an incredible travel experience, but it will be more enjoyable if you prepare before you leave. Make sure you set up reservations and plan anything important before you leave, and make sure you pack everything you need, plus a few things to make you more comfortable. Once you’re on the road, you’ll be able to sit back and enjoy the trip of a lifetime.