sky vacationson on a budget

Ski Vacationson on a Budget

When you start thinking about ski vacations, you will

find a lot of information about various resorts and

packages. Finding terrific vacation spots isn't difficult,

however, finding ski vacations that fit into your budget

can be a challenge.

To save money, look for lesser known resorts. This

doesn’t mean that these resorts won’t provide you

with a fun vacation – it simply means that they aren’t

quite as well known as other resorts, and therefore,

the prices may be a great cheaper. Also look for ski

vacation packages that will include your lodging, lift

tickets, lessons, rentals, and possibly even some

meals. Be willing to make some sacrifices if money is a real

issue. For instance, instead of eating in an expensive

restaurant each night, eat cheaper fast food, or make

sandwiches in your room. Borrow equipment from

friends instead of renting it. Join a group for lessons

instead of taking private lessons. Don’t stay at a

lodge, stay at a motel farther away from the slopes

if necessary. There are numerous ways that you can

cut down on the expense of your ski trip. It is all about

the powder after all!

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Ski Vacations – What To Pack

If you will be traveling for a ski vacation, it is often

difficult to know what to pack. You may not even

have a problem knowing what to pack, but instead

have a problem figuring how to get everything that

you need from your home to your destination. Skis

do not easily fit into suitcases, and if you are flying,

this presents a huge problem.

Start by knowing what is available at your destination.

Is there a rental shop? How much are the rental fees

for skis, boots, and poles. If it is reasonable, and you

don’t mind skiing with rented equipment, this is a

viable option – and it makes packing and traveling

much easier.

If you don’t care for rented equipment, there is

another option. Find out if there are any ski shops in

the area. There usually are. Get prices on skis, poles,

and boots, and then ask if they buy used equipment.

If they don’t, ask if there is anyone near by that does

purchase used equipment. Call that place to get an

estimate on how much you could get for barely

used ski equipment. Figure the difference in the

money you will spend on the ski equipment, and the

money you will get for the used equipment when you

are finished with it. If it isn’t much more than what it

would cost you to rent the equipment, go for it!

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