Planning the Perfect Family Ski Vacation
By Lee Keyes
Skiing is often thought of by non-skiers as a sport exclusively for the extremely
fit or athletic person. While it's true that many who ski are fit (after all, it is great
exercise), what you may not know is that a family ski vacation has much to offer
every member of the family, from young to old and in many cases, for skiers
and non-skiers alike!
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There are many considerations when choosing a family oriented resort:
Does the facility have ski lessons?
What types of slopes are available for beginners?
Are snowboarders allowed?
Are babysitting services available?
Can you rent equipment?
What additional attractions are there for those who don't want to ski?
If someone in your family is going to need ski lessons, then the most important
thing is to look for a resort that offers a ski school. Some resorts actually don’t
have ski schools, although most of them do.
Second, observe whether the resort has something to offer everyone in your
family. Inquire about the trails, lifts and slopes. An advanced skier would soon
become bored if the resort caters to only beginners. Then again, a
snowboarder in your group would be sad if the resort lacked a snowboarding
park or terrain. If you have small children, be sure to call ahead and ask
whether or not the resort has child care facilities.
Now take a look at the lodging. Sleeping comfortably at night matters. Though
many times you will find hotels right at the base of the slopes, those may not be
the most affordable options. If you're on a budget, research the lodging options
of the region you are looking at and choose a hotel that more aptly fits your
budget. Many times there will be a hotel just a few miles away, with shuttle
service available, that is far less expensive.
Additionally, activities like sleigh rides, snowmobiling, dog sledding,
horseback riding and snowshoeing are also things you would want to consider
when thinking of a location that will appeal to the entire family. Some resorts
don’t offer such activities, so be sure to ask about the winter activity schedule
as well as planned events during your stay at the resort.
If you do a little advance research, you can be assured of making your trip a
memorable and fun experience for every member of your family.
Lee Keyes is an avid skier and has enjoyed many years on the slopes with his
entire family. Lee runs FindSkiSpots.com, an informational site with a growing
number of ski resort reviews, that include many family-friendly ski resorts.
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There are many resorts that
offer numerous packages
designed to be cost-effective,
and to cater to families. Now,
how to go about finding these
resorts?
Most ski resorts have their
own websites. Begin the
planning process by
searching for ski resort
websites on your favorite
search engine. Entering
"Family Ski Destinations" is a
good place to start.
