Group ski holidays are the best way to explore white slopes whether you choose to go with family, friends or both. Group holidays are awesome in many ways; you can be as lazy or as busy as you fancy, you’ll have a list of a thousand ways to have fun and it’s pretty easy to hit a great deal if you are traveling on a budget.
Group holidays have a lot over solo trips – from amazing photo opportunities to a livelier squad on the slopes; the merits list is quite large. As soon as you have about seven people onboard you start to qualify for deals and discounts that you wouldn’t otherwise be entitled to. Here are some tips for booking a group ski holiday;
- Select one person preferably with some skiing experience to be in charge- that doesn’t mean they handle all the work, different tasks can be delegated to each member of the group but having one person making the bookings and sending out correspondence will make things more organized.
- Explore your accommodation options – While hotels can mean less work they can also result in a less coherent experience as you may have to book different rooms that are far between. A catered chalet, on the other hand, can be ideal for bonding as you eat and relax together without having to shop, cook or do the dishes – it’s pretty much a ‘home far away from home’ experience. Apartments can also be ideal for group ski holidays offering flexibility and if everyone is too tired to cook, you can all eat out or have a catering company deliver meals.
- Tuition and group skiing lessons – in case a number of people in the group want some skiing lessons, consider booking a private instructor rather than enrolling them in a skiing school.
This will not only save you some cash but also there is a chance the learners will progress quickly.
Group Ski Trips
Group ski trips can be daunting to plan since everyone expects a unique experience out of the gateway. Here are a few things to prioritize in order to make your group ski trip a great one for each member.
- Agree on the dates – the first step in making sure everyone is reading from the same script is to come up with a schedule that favors all.
- Agree on the destination.
- Have a budget – having a clear picture of how much everyone is realistically prepared to spend is vital. This will dictate the kind of accommodation you should settle for as a group.
- Get your gears sorted – you don’t have to drag heavy luggage and pay extortionate fees to take your skis/snowboards. Luckily most ski resorts are littered with quality ski equipment to spare you the hassle.
Large Group Ski Holidays
Coordinating large group ski holidays can be a pretty challenging task especially because there are plenty of preferences to accommodate and a variety of abilities to cater for but that’s what makes them interesting.
Apart from booking most of everything in advance, paying more attention to accommodation and meals is paramount especially if you plan on staying in a hotel or catered chalet. Discussing preferences, needs and wants is important. For instance, in case any member of the group has special dietary needs, your accommodation decisions might be affected by this.
Cheap Group Ski Holidays
The larger the group the merrier and the more you’ll have opportunities to save with endless group ski trip packages. To bag some great cheap group ski holidays deals you should make sure you book both accommodation and flights well in advance.
Group Chalet Ski Holidays
Most groups will agree that group chalet ski holidays make a perfect base for large groups. It ticks all the boxes for an unforgettable getaway on the hills as they offer a friendly, sociable atmosphere for every group member.
