It’s winter time and the slopes are fresh with snow and ready for you to bust out your moves on them – However, planning a trip is sometimes the dreaded part. Let’s make it easy for you. Follow these tips and you’ll be on your way to an ultimate ski trip in 2018.

Choose a Destination

The first place to start is choosing where you want to go. There are beautiful ski areas around the world. Do your research and find one that stands out to you. Some of the most popular places you can check out are Colorado, Aspen, Austria, Innsbruck, and Vail. When choosing a destination, keep in mind the skill level of the slopes – Find the perfect one for you.

Find The Best Deal

Who doesn’t like a good deal? Before you book the first option you find, do a bit more digging and see if you can find a better deal. The more money you leave in your wallet, the more you can either save or splurge on while you’re on your trip. Online travel sites like ours, CuddlyNest, will lead you to some of the best deals for your next ski trip.

Have a Plan

To get the most out of your ski trip, you’ll want to make sure your experience matches up to the intensity of the slopes. You’re not going to want anything too easy or too hard. If you’re a beginner skier, you may want to take some lessons. You don’t want to be that person sitting back watching everyone else have fun.

What to Pack

Now that you have chose your destination and the perfect deal, you’ll want to start thinking of items you need to bring. Remember, this is not just an ordinary vacation – You’re likely going to be out skiing most of the time and you’ll want to keep warm. Don’t step foot out of your house without the following:

Clothing

• Gloves/mittens
• Hat
• Scarves or Neck Warmer
• Snow Boots
• Sweaters
• Thick Socks (bring extra as they will no doubt get wet)
• Waterproof Ski Jacket
• Waterproof Ski Pants (Aim for thinsulate, polyester, or woven nylon for material)

Health & Beauty Items

• Shampoo & Conditioner
• Body Lotion
• Antibacterial Wipes
• Brush
• Deodorant
• Toothbrush
• Tooth Paste
• Floss
• Contact Len Solution, if needed
• First Aid Kit
• Moisturizer
• Prescriptions
• Soap

Equipment

• Camera (to capture your amazing, unforgettable moments)
• Batteries for camera or other electronics
• Cell Phone and charger
• Poles
• Ski Bag
• Ski Goggles
• Skis
• Ski Lock

Are you planning a ski trip for 2018? Do you have any idea which destination you’re choosing? We’d love to hear and even pair you up with an affordable, gorgeous ski chalet. No matter the destination, take some lessons if needed and when you arrive at the slopes, raise your head high, show confidence, and bust out your unique ski moves.

Instead of sticking to the same resort year after year, why not indulge on one of the many beautiful ski resorts in Colorado? Make your 2018 New Years Resolution something fun – like exploring the beauty of different slopes.

Steamboat Resort

Venture out to the famous Steamboat snow, known as “Champagne Snow”. Wondering how they ever came up with such a name? This term appeared by a local rancher named Joe McElroy in the 1950s. While he was skiing, he mentioned how the snow tickled his nose, just like champagne.

If you’re heading out to this resort with your family, you are about to be impressed. Steamboat Resort is family-oriented. In fact, they have several family programs. They even have a “Kids Ski Free” program. No matter your skill level, you can enjoy this resort as the six available peaks meet each individual’s ability level.

Aspen Snowmass

Aspen was first a town and then developed into a ski resort due to its tight-knit community and a sense of culture. Located five minutes from the airport makes it convenient for visitors. Not to mention, you can expect 300 inches of snow per year in this area. Aspen Snowmass is one of the best choices for a ski vacation.

Just to clarify how popular this ski resort is, it’s a host to several large events such as World Cup Ski Racing, Aspen Ideas Festival, and the X Games. The levels of experience range from beginner to expert. You can even enjoy a free Lavazza hot chocolate each morning at the base of each mountain.

Winter Park Resort

This resort can be found along the Continental Divide, located only 67 miles from Denver. You can expect over 320 inches of snow per year at this resort. This resort is known for a lot such as being family-friendly, its award-winning Ride + Ski School, and its fun laid back vibe. Traveling by train will put you literally steps from the ski lift – Talk about convenience!

Skiing isn’t the only activity available here. You can also enjoy sleigh rides, snowmobile tours, snowshoeing, and dog mushing.

Telluride Ski Resort

Located in southwest Colorado, Telluride is located near some of the highest concentration of 13,000 and 14,000- foot peaks in North America. Due to this ski resort being ranked high among snowboarders and skiers, you may have even heard of it. For this resort being so popular, you won’t have to worry about crowded lift lines. All skiers of different abilities can enjoy Telluride.

Copper Mountain

Approximately 75 miles west of Denver is where you can find Copper Mountain, nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. This resort is ideal for all ages and abilities. With 2,490 skiable acres, Copper Mountain is one of the Summit County’s largest ski areas. Just a couple years ago, Copper Mountain added a new activity called Apres Alley and it’s set up to offer fun activities such as ladder golf, ping pong, live music, and shuffleboard every Saturday.

Have you personally visited any of the above locations? How was your experience? We would love to  know.

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Hoće li 2018. godina biti godina vašeg uspjeha u poslovanju? Ako to želite postići morat ćete nadograditi svoju igru ​​i poboljšati kvalitete vašeg najma za odmor. Evo nekoliko savjeta kako započeti.

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2. Neka se vaši gosti osjećaju posebni

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3. Budite dostupni – ali postavite neke granice

   Ne možete jednostavno očekivati ​​primanje rezervacije niti komunicirati s vašim gostima. Bitno je da vam budu dostupni kada vam trebaju. Bez obzira na to imaju li neko pitanje ili se nešto razgrađuje, možda će vas trebati kontaktirati. Budite dostupni, ali istodobno postavite određena ograničenja. Na primjer, nakon određenog doba dana ili noći, mogli biste reći da svi pozivi moraju biti samo za hitne slučajeve. Pazite da kada kažete da ste dostupni, stvarno budete dostupni. Tijekom vremena kada ste dostupni, obavezno odgovorite na telefon kad nazovu. To će pokazati pouzdanost.

Kako ćete se pobrinuti da 2018 bude vaša godina? Što ćete učiniti kako biste ostavili svoje goste bez daha? Ako imate bilo kakvih drugih prijedloga, voljeli bismo čuti.

If you’re a beginner skier or just could never grasp how to glide through the slopes, there’s still hope. You can catch on fast – soon, people even may think you’re a pro if you practice the following tips:

First, Relax

You have to relax your toes. Clenching your toes while you’re nervous is an involuntary act. However, before you start, make sure your toes are relaxed and just focus on your breathing. By relaxing the joints in your toes, your joints throughout your whole body will stay loose and you will have a better chance at conquering the moves.

Flex Your Ankles

When you are getting ready to hit the slopes, focus on where you are bending forward. Is it more at your ankles or your knees? Make sure you always bend forward at your ankles, and never your knees. Your knees will automatically bend while you’re flexing your ankles forward – so don’t worry too much – it will happen naturally and maintain a balanced, upright body position.

Your Shins Should be Against the Tongues of Your Boots

Some people often lean back on their skis but this makes it difficult when approaching turns. By keeping your shins against your boot tongues, it allows you to keep your weight centered, providing better overall control.

Add Pressure to the Ski Tips When Approaching a Turn

Avoid pushing your entire weight into the middle of your skis while you approach a turn. Skis work best when you steer your ski tips into the turn first – your feet will then follow.

Keep Your Skis Parallel

If you make this mistake, you’re not alone, but it’s best to kick this habit now – Going around a turn and holding the downhill ski on edge and letting the uphill ski go flat – Both of your skis need to enter each turn, while they roll on edge simultaneously.

Your Hands Should Remain Forward

When you are skiing, do your hands drop by your sides or do you let a hand cross over your skis? If so, your skis will end up skidding, rather than carve. So, what should you do then? Your hands should, instead, be comfortable forward – Think of holding a tray out in front of you.

Plant Your Pole Down The Hill

Once you complete each turn, plant your pole with your downhill hand. You will want to touch your pole tip to the side of your ski instead of forward. This will allow you to have more confident and rhythm.

Always Look Ahead

Make sure your path is always panned so you can avoid any surprises. Always look in front of you, never look at the ground. By doing this, you will have a bit more time to respond to the terrain and any obstacles that may occur. Keeping your head up will allow your torso to be positioned correctly while going downhill.

Have you been making any of these mistakes? If so, don’t feel alone. They are common mistakes and easy to fix. Practicing the right body and ski positions while on your skis will set you up for success. During your next vacation, you may even start looking like a pro. Practice these tips and start showing them off this winter.