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.

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.

1. Pružite pogodnosti

   Ako se vaša nekretnina za odmor nalazi u blizini nekih popularnih sadržaja, učinite to prikladnim za svoje goste i ostavite košaru ispunjenu informacijama. Na primjer, ako postoje muzeji ili glavni trgovački centri, ostavite neke letke. Također možete ostaviti neke izbornike za lokalne restorane.

2. Neka se vaši gosti osjećaju posebni

   Jer tko se ne voli osjećati važnim, zar ne? Izlazak na putu pokazat će vašim gostima da su više nego samo još jedna osoba koja iznajmljuje od vas – naglasite da su važni i da želite da se osjećaju posebno. Ali kako?

   • Ostavite poklon dobrodošlice – Impresionirajte ih od trenutka kada uđu u kuću s darom na stolu. Bilo da želite ostaviti bocu vina s nekim lijepim naočalama ili buket cvijeća, kombinirati ga s “hvala” bilješkom -> ostavit će vječni dojam.
   • Prilagodite kupaonice – Umjesto da očekujete od svojih gostiju da donose vlastite artikle, zašto ne ponuditi besplatan šampon, uređaj, sapune i ručnike? Također, provjerite je li vaša kupaonica posve besprijekorna i nadograđena.
   • Prijavite se – Naravno, ne želite prevesti gosta putem telefonskih poziva. Međutim, barem jednom tijekom svog boravka, provjerite i uvjerite se da imaju sve što im je potrebno i pitajte ima li što za njih. To će vam pokazati istinsku brigu o njihovim potrebama.
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.

Family travel is one of the fastest growing niches – Families with young children are known to take advantage of off season travel. The biggest reason they do this, of course, is to save money and avoid large crowds. What does this mean for you? More bookings, if you know how to attract families to your vacation rental. So, how do you exactly do this? Follow these 3 tips to grab the attention of parents and leave them with an unforgettable family vacation experience.

It’s All About Kid Safety

Parents, especially moms spot danger from five miles away. By protecting your vacation rental ahead of time, you can provide families with the safety features that will attract them. Offer baby gates for parents with very young children so they can block off specific areas of the home. Some other safety features to think about:

• Pool that is fenced in and a lock and gate would be a major bonus
• Pool alarm that will alert the parents when the children enter without supervision
• Outlet covers
• Child cupboard locks

Quick note: You don’t have to leave these safety accessories out all year around but do mention that you offer these in your rental description.

Bump Up The Security

Think about it – A family is going to be staying in an unknown place for a period of time. They aren’t sure what the neighborhood is like or what they are in for. One of the sure-fire ways to catch the attention of a family is to mention the home security system you offer. According to a recent report from a TravelZoo survey, the top worry for Americans who travel is security. Finding your potential visitors’ pain points, such as safety, offers you the advantage to win them over by providing a solution, such as a home security system in this case.

Provide Extras For the Family

If you plan on targeting family visitors frequently, this one is a great investment. Parents dread packing as they have to lug a ton of stuff, besides just clothes. Some things you could offer that will make your rental stand out even more are:

• Cribs
• Playpens
• Highchairs
• Night lights
• Play room or a play area
• Family/kid movies
• Kid-friendly cups, plates, and cutlery

Quick tip: You don’t have to spend a fortune on these items. You can purchase them second hand or at a local Goodwill, as long as they are in good shape.