Family-Friendly Ski Vacation at Steamboat Resort Covers the Whole Clan
Vacations form the foundation for fond family memories. Though parents become adept at selecting a destination that appeals to all preferences within their group, skiing adds the extra challenge of accommodating for the various skill levels in the clan. Steamboat Resort in Colorado has raised family friendliness to new levels.
Steamboat strives to be among the most family-friendly resorts in the world so they provide extra features in order to cater to the desires and needs of family groups. It’s earned its reputation as a family-friendly ski resort because Steamboat Springs has got it all covered, literally. Aptly dubbed Ski Town USA, not only do they get enough snow and have enough terrain to keep any skier smiling, there are lots of diverse off-mountain activities to supplement all the skiing.
This mega resort is expertly designed so that even the smallest tots will enjoy each aspect of learning to ski or ride. They provide the perfect environment for early skiers with a renowned school, kids-only lifts (magic carpets), and the family trail named Sunshine featuring appearance by Steamboat’s furry mascots. The ski school groups children together with those of similar ability, and provides the option for students to ski with the same instructor during entire visit if they prefer.
While the little ones play, there are plenty of amenities and diversions for parents and older sibling to enjoy, too. Teens and tweens can choose from a slew of half- and full-day lessons, and day clinics that focus on specific skill areas like the free mogul clinic taught by medalist Nelson Carmichael. Those beyond lessons could opt to ski alongside premiere Olympic medalist Billy Kidd instead. Steamboat offers a comprehensive and one-of-its-king night school for those who want to continue to hone their skills into the evening.
Parents and older siblings skiing at the advanced level can take advantage of the 8 AM first-tracks runs. The chic après ski in the Steamboat Mountain Village and in nearby downtown rival the energy of some urban areas. And if you need someone to watch the kiddos while mom and dad check out the town, the Kids Adventure Club entertains the kids till 10 PM.
Family ski vacations have the unique advantage of being loads of fun, and great for learning. To help you make the most out of this precious time, especially if you have little ones, check out all the amenities that cater to family groups at Steamboat.