HOW TO SAVE ON YOUR NEXT SCHOOL SKI TRIPS
Planning school ski trips isn’t always the most exciting job in the world. It is one fraught with many headaches as you are the one responsible for making all the hard decisions about which resort to go to and announcing to the students how much their anticipated trip is going to cost. However in this article we are going to highlight ways you can make cuts on the entire cost without compromising on the skiing experience. We are sure the parents will thank you for it!
Book for January School Trips
Did you know that you can enjoy 5 star treatments on the beautiful pristine slopes of Switzerland for half board in January at the majestic St Moritz? Yes, it turns out that accommodation prices are slashed in half if you stay for seven consecutive nights. Seriously though, where else are you going to enjoy a well-deserved vacation in such an idyllic setting right next to a lake at this unbelievable price?
If your students are just a handful you can even consider bringing the price further down by looking for local family run chalets to stay in. If you still decide to book at the hotel, then look out for St Moritz Youth Hostel where you can get fantastic dormitories each containing four beds at £28 per night.
Fly into the regional airport
The drive up from the international airport to your chosen resort might actually be more expensive than you are led to believe. It isn’t uncommon to discover that taking a regional flight and arriving at a domestic airport closer to the resort may actually be less expensive in the long run. This is definitely something to consider when planning your school ski trips. Of course don’t forget to compare the fares of the different local airlines before making any bookings. There are several flight comparison tools that can help you in this area such as Travelocity.com and Kayak.com
Pay for the ski equipment in advance
Some resorts offer up to 25% off if you reserve and pay for your ski equipment in advance. This not only saves you the hassle of having to carry your credit cards around all the time but also means that you are guaranteed of finding yourskiing equipment upon request when you need it. It is always worth it to pay as much as possible in advance when organizing such school ski trips.
Pay for Lifts ahead of time as well
The same can be said about paying for all your lifts ahead of time. Many resorts offer a discounted service to those who pay for their lifts in advance. Purchasing multi tickets can lower the price and overall cost by up to 20%. If you are paying £70/$100 for your lift tickets then a 20% reduction on a daily basis will definitely make a significant difference in the overall cost of the lifts! Find More
