Top Ways to Save on Ski Holidays

The ongoing uncertainty surrounding Brexit, and the subsequent drop in the value of the pound against the euro, has resulted in a surge of holidaymakers anxious about holiday prices

In an attempt to save money, the country saw a dramatic rise in the number of ‘staycations’ over the summer, with an increased number of holidaymakers preferring to take trips to destinations such as Cornwall and London rather than abroad.

It’s not all doom and gloom though. Skiers concerned about whether they will be able to hit the slopes at all this season should know that winter-sports holidays don’t have to cost the earth. Pierre & Vacances outlines how skiers can choose exciting but affordable holiday options that are easy to arrange. Here are the top five ways holidaymakers can beat the Brexit blues by taking advantage of flexible dates, ski extras and exclusive offers.

Maximise on flexible dates
While the majority of ski tour operators still offer the traditional week-long holidays with weekend departures, plenty of fantastic skiing can still be achieved on a four-night stay, but the amount spent on accommodation, ski passes, and ski hire is greatly reduced. As well as skiers being able to squeeze in a shorter trip for a fraction of the price, customers also have a better choice of budget flights that help to save money. These options also suit the growing number of workers who don’t fit the Monday to Friday work life, as they can benefit from more adaptable dates.

Ski in March and January
With a late Easter next year, March and January are the ideal times to book a low-cost ski holiday, away from the popular school holiday times; customers will find accommodation that’s more than 50% cheaper than going at Easter or in February. These skiers will also benefit from quiet, open pistes and usually better snow conditions than Christmas and Easter. Winter-sports enthusiasts will be happy in the knowledge that they spend more time skiing and less time queueing, for the price they’ve paid on lift passes.

If skiers really can’t avoid February and the festive period: book early
Not everyone can avoid the busy periods, so when planning a ski holiday at Christmas or half term it is crucial to be organised. Like other tour operators and accommodation providers, Pierre & Vacances has reported a boost in Christmas ski sales this year thanks to last year’s snowfall, and February half term is renowned for being the most popular time for British holidaymakers to ski.

Paris school holidays begin the week after UK half term, so February will be consistently busy and therefore generally more expensive. If families, who are restricted to school holidays, book December and February dates early, they can ensure the best prices and avoid disappointment.

news