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When it comes to ski trips, there are three essential factors to consider: Plan it out ahead of time, keep it simple, and be realistic.

1. PLAN IT OUT:

There is nothing more frustrating then a trip that does not work out how you hoped because you simply hoped it would. Some things to consider when planning your trip:

*Who is coming?
-The people you invite will either make or break the trip. Choose someone you

will have fun with both on and off the slopes. Important Note: choose someone
who is close to your own skill level as it is much more fun if you can spend the
day skiing together.

*Which resort?
-Find a place that has a variety of terrain appropriate to your skill level
(research resort websites, terrain maps, etc). Keep in mind that resorts with a
larger or more spread-out layout are usually better when it comes to crowd
control. Keep in mind, though, that larger usually means more expensive.

*Lodging/Transportat ion
-If you want to find a place close to the resort you usually need to make
reservations well in advance. Don't wait until the last minute.
-If you have to fly into the resort city, check the resort websites. They will
often have ski getaway packages set up with various airlines.
-It is definitely best to have your own vehicle (or rental) with you, as it is
much easier to transport all your gear without having to worry about a bus or
taxi. Make sure your vehicle has four-wheel drive for snowy conditions.

2. KEEP IT SIMPLE:

If you're going for a ski trip, make it a ski trip. Don't try to do too many things at once. You will already have a ton of gear just with your ski equipment.

*Quick Mental List of Necessities
-Skis
-Boots
-Poles
-Ski goggles
-Gloves/Ski pants/Parka
-Necessary clothes and toiletries

Anything other than the necessities will just make transportation difficult, and you probably won't end up using any of the just-in-case things anyway.

3. BE REALISTIC:

Don't bite off more than you can chew. Sure, everyone would like to stay at the five-star resort at Whistler Blackcomb or Vail, but not everyone can afford it. Two things to keep in mind here:

*You don't need to break the bank in order to have a good time.
*It's better to make two or three economical trips than one egregiously expensive
one.

So there you have it. As long as you plan it out ahead of time, keep it simple, and be realistic, your ski trip should be a pleasant experience. And remember, the MOST important thing is to have fun! See you on the slopes.

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