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Ski Weekends
Running low on annual leave? In need of a quick fix of sun, snow and schnapps? Enter the ski weekend. A weekend away skiing can do more for your wellbeing than any health fad, and that's a fact. OK, it may not yet be a scientifically verified fact, but we're firm believers. Sometimes all you need is a short ski break to give you the fix you need.
Our top tip is to look for ski resorts near airports, so you can spend less time travelling and maximise your time on the slopes.
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Your top questions, answered
How can I maximise my time on slopes during a weekend trip?
Long weekend ski trips are incredible, but without proper planning, you risk not maximising your time carving the slopes or gliding through powder. So to help make sure you get the most from your trip, make sure you follow our top tips below:
- Find a resort with a short transfer time - less time travelling, can mean more time on the slopes and time to get gear and lift passes once you arrive.
- Get early flights out and late flights back - While an early start can be a struggle for night owls, getting an early flight ensures you're spending more time in resort. And naturally, you can further maximise your time in resort by opting for a late flight back, giving you even more time to ski before you have to leave.
- Get accommodation close to the slopes/center of the resort - If you choose accommodation close to the slopes, you'll naturally spend less time getting to first lifts in the morning. Ski-in and ski-out options are often ideal for this reason. Meanwhile, if the resort is out of town and requires a bus to get to it, being close to the bus routes in the center of town means less time travelling to the lifts.
What board basis would you recommend?
While it always comes down to personal preference, nothing beats a good bed and breakfast. Enjoying a hot cooked brekkie or continental option fuels you up for the day ahead (without any of the effort of getting up extra early to prepare it!). But at the same time, it gives you the opportunity to venture out for dinner and exploring the wonders of the resort in the evening.
What size ski area should we choose?
This is another one that all depends on the group you're going with, their ability and how much mileage you think you'll all cover over the weekend. While it can tempting to go to a bigger resort or spend more upgrading the lift pass to access more areas, often, the limited time in resort means you'll likely not get your money's worth.
So best bet is to play it safe. Choose a big enough resort by itself that you'll have plenty to explore. But not too big that you feel like you've missed out on key areas. And by doing this, you'll actually find plenty of options for resorts, that you likely wouldn't consider for a big week-long holiday.
Can I collect the ski pass and equipment hire the day I arrive in the resort?
Depending on when you arrive in resort and when the relevant shops open/close for the day, you'll hopefully be able to grab everything you've ordered once you arrive. This is especially useful if you're getting there in the early afternoon, as it means you can secure everything you need, ready to hit first lifts the very next day.
However, even if the lift pass office and ski hire stores are closed for the day, you'll often find that they open earlier than first lifts. This gives you the opportunity to get up early and get everything you need for a full day on the slopes!
Can I leave my luggage in the hotel before check-in / after check-out?
More often than not, the team managing your accommodation will be happy to offer luggage storage (in the instance that you arrive early or need to check out in the morning). But if you're unsure if your desired accommodation has this service, or just want to discuss it with our in-house team, then feel free to get in touch with us, as we're always happy to help!
What should I do to make my holiday as easy and stress free as possible?
It's a simple thing, but a big one - Have everything booked and ready to go before you leave home! Fortunately, Heidi's super smart booking tech helps do all the hard work for you. Whether you book online or via our in-house team, or even post-booking, you can order your lift pass, equipment hire, and sometimes even lessons (resort dependent) all through us.
Having your ski pass, equipment hired and lessons booked means you're ready to roll the moment lifts open!
Why book with Heidi?
Flexible
Go where you want, when you want, for as long as you want, from an unbeatable choice of resorts.
Easy
Super-clever tech saves you buckets of time by making it easy to find 'the one', from a mountain of options.
5 star service
Our stellar UK team are here 24/7 to make sure your holiday runs smoothly. Flight cancelled? Booking amendments? We'll sort it.
On the money
From budget to luxury, find an amazing ski holiday whatever your wallet, knowing our ATOL protection means your money is safe.
Blogs about ski weekends and short ski holidays
Top tips for ski weekends and short ski holidays
We've chatted to the Heidi ski weekend experts, and got their lowdown on all you need to know before you go.
Sarah Cramer
3 Feb, 2023
1 min read
Best ski resorts for weekends or short breaks
Our top picks when you're short on time, but want to pack in as much slope time as possible.
Sarah Cramer
3 Feb, 2023
1 min read
How to save money on a ski holiday
Skiing on a budget? Just trying to get the best value from your holiday? Follow our top tips for saving money on your ski trip...
Sarah Cramer
5 Dec, 2022
1 min read