A skiing holiday with your children may seem like an overwhelming task, but this type of holiday will create fantastic family memories. If you, as parents, are very interested in skiing, this is one of the ways to convey the sport you loved for the next generation. Or, if you have never tried, but would like you to be when you were younger, when you had no fear (!), Then you can give your children this gift. It is best to start young with children, and you will find that most children ski quickly - faster than you! It is also not only a ski, but also a winter playground, which is located on the threshold of your chalet, which is very interesting for children.
However, there are many things to think about before going on and ordering to make your skiing experience as stress free as possible.
Family resorts
Some ski resorts are better suited for families than others. If this is your first time skiing, or your child, then you should look for a resort that has dedicated beginner ski areas. So you should do your research before you go or visit the family travel website for some tips on the best resorts.
You should look for family rooms, playgrounds for skiers, children's ski schools and kindergartens and suitable children's activities both in and out of the snow.
Type of allocation
Skiing offers all sorts of accommodation options that are suitable for families in different ways.
You can order exclusive use of the chalet, which is an excellent option for families with younger children, as often these chalets will serve as tea for children in the early evening, you can put them to bed and have an adult dinner only, If you prefer to eat as a family, then in the exclusive chalet, of course, this option is also available. Carefully check which objects have chalets. Again, many will have children's items for your use, home care for children, game rooms or even children's entertainment. The better the range of facilities, the chalet can offer less baggage that you will need to take, and the more stress the holiday will relieve! An exclusive destination chalet great for large families, several families traveling together or multi-day ski holidays.
You can stay in a chalet where there are other vacationers. This is a very social holiday, where you will have dinner with other guests in the chalet in the evening, and it would be nice if other children stayed in the chalet for your friends to become friends. It is worth checking before you sign up, although the composition of other guests who have already booked for a week, you are going. If this is a group of young people, then it might not be the best combination if you travel as a family.
You can stay in a hotel, which is a good option if your children are a bit older or even teenagers, as this gives everyone their space in their rooms. Check the hotel facilities again to make sure that there is an adjoining room (if you need it), cots, high chairs, etc.
There is a range of price options from a budget end to a five star hotel or a luxury chalet.
Short translations
If you have small children who are looking for a place where there is not a long flight time, and you will get a short time to go to your place of residence when you get there. All parents know how tedious it can be to travel with children and how irritable children can get if they are bored, which also makes it harder for parents.
Ski School / Child Care
Most resorts offer a specialized children's ski school with qualified instructors who have experience in teaching children. Ski school usually accepts children from the age of 4 years. Some resorts have a children's ski kindergarten for children from the age of 3 years, where children are invited to have fun and play in the snow rather than in official lessons. There is, as a rule, a specialized children's ski area with special mini-lifts and outdoor games.
Any children at this age need childcare. Again, most resorts have excellent childcare options, and some luxury chalets will include this as part of an exclusive package of services or can arrange childcare at the chalet for an additional fee. You must organize this before you reach your destination, as the places fill up quickly.
Child safety
Now it is becoming more widely accepted that you must wear skis on a helmet, and this is obviously equally important for children. Your child will also need good glasses to prevent the tearing of snow and sunscreen of a very high factor - it is very easy to burn it due to the reflection of the sun's rays. Also, of course, you must ensure that your child has a lot of thin warm layers so that they can be easily removed or added so that they are warm and dry.
Amount of equipment
Everything you need as a parent to ski your children is obviously needed too. So skis, poles, glasses, goggles, helmets, salope, jackets, thermals, gloves, sunscreen ... the list is endless. So expect that you will have a lot of luggage. Even if you plan to rent equipment while you get to your destination, it’s usually just skis and boots. Then the obvious cost is implied!
Once you have reviewed all of the above, you are ready! Enjoy your first en-famille ski trip!
