Choosing the Right Ski Resort

Choosing the right ski area can make all the difference to your ski vacation. If you love skiing and want to book your next ski vacation but have no idea where to ski, here are some tips to help you make the right decision when choosing the perfect ski area for you, your preferences, experience, and skills. 

First, look for a possible ski area through which you can fully enjoy skiing. Search online for “ski resorts” in your area or in the region to which you would like to travel. Write down all the travel destinations that pique your interest. 

Then take a look at whoever interests you. Be sure to find out everything about each resort. Ski resorts should have websites that provide information such as location, address, contact information, prices, types and number of slopes for each level, availability of ski slopes, current conditions, base snow, vertical height and other activities and amenities, and accommodation available. Also, find out if you can buy your elevator ticket in advance through their website, which is not only convenient but can save you quite a bit of money as well. Review each resort and then start making comparisons. 

One thing to keep in mind when reviewing any ski resort is its competition. If you are just a beginner at skiing, stay in a ski area with a smaller mountain, and that includes a  variety of beginner trails for your comfort and fun, plus a large area specially designed for learning skiers. Find out if the ski centre offers courses for beginners and if these are included in the price. 

If you are an established skier, you are looking for a  highly developed ski resort of the highest level with a high vertical and many Black Diamond trails and exciting terrain to challenge you. You will find it difficult to find ski resorts for advanced skiers, as most include slopes for beginners and advanced skiers. However, choose a vacation that has a high proportion of challenging trials. 

If you have children, choose a family resort or, better yet, a family-oriented one (some resorts are specifically designed for families). These resorts should have children’s ski slopes, accommodation, restaurants, and winter activities like ice skating and tubing. Find a ski area with a program for kids and babysitting. 

Another tip is to avoid the weekend when planning your ski vacation and to choose a ski area. Avoid the big rush first, which is particularly advantageous for beginners or families, and you will probably save more on your elevator tickets as well. Finally, choose a ski area that includes free ski lessons and equipment rentals along with your lift ticket.