If there’s one thing ski families always want to know, it’s how to save money on skiing. Learning to ski and snowboard can be costly, with expenses for lift tickets, lessons and equipment. Multiply these charges by two or four or more, and the costs can seem overwhelming. But they don’t have to be. Ever-Popular […]
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Five Reasons to Ski and Ride Ski Santa Fe
Looking for a family ski destination that offers diverse terrain, excellent instruction, high altitude snow, plenty of sunshine and a cultural experience unlike any other? Look no further than Ski Santa Fe, near Santa Fe, New Mexico. Reason #1: Ski Santa Fe Is a Special Place For Families Ski Santa Fe is a family ski […]
Five Reasons to Ski Loveland This Winter
In December, my family and I met up at Loveland Ski Area. The impetus for this ski day was a family friend’s first ski lesson. (Read more about her adventures learning to ski at Loveland.) We arrived at Loveland early, and as she breezed through the check in and rental process, we checked out the […]
For the Holidays: Love Your Local Mountain
I once read that the Christmas and New Year’s holidays have destroyed the rhythm of the North American ski season. In a sane world, December and early January (not to mention late November, hello Thanksgiving!), would rightly be considered “early season” with the best skiing and riding yet to come. But because of the holidays, […]
How to Save Money On Skiing
Last spring, I received an email from a Braveskimom.com reader. She specifically asked me to discuss price increases related to ownership changes within the US ski industry. Here’s my take on the season pass battle, along with practical advice for cutting costs so that family skiing remains affordable. Ikon versus Epic Whether you call it […]