Alpine skiing is the perfect cure for the winter blues. However, it is also one of the most expensive recreational sports. Fortunately, with a bit of insider's savvy, as well as some careful planning, you can find clever ways to go skiing for cheap.
Tips & Warnings
The restaurants in the major base areas are usually more expensive than the restaurants in remote sections of the mountain.
Look for off-mountain lodging. It's much less expensive than ski in/ski out.
At the end of the season, the ski shops offer great bargains on used gear.
If you live within driving distance of a resort and the local airport closes because of snow conditions, call the resort and ask if they can offer you a deal. They probably had a number of cancellations, so they want to fill their on-mountain accommodations, even if it means that they are practically giving away the package.
The restaurants in the major base areas are usually more expensive than the restaurants in remote sections of the mountain.
Look for off-mountain lodging. It's much less expensive than ski in/ski out.
At the end of the season, the ski shops offer great bargains on used gear.
If you live within driving distance of a resort and the local airport closes because of snow conditions, call the resort and ask if they can offer you a deal. They probably had a number of cancellations, so they want to fill their on-mountain accommodations, even if it means that they are practically giving away the package.
Never use a season pass that does not belong to you. It's illegal, and you will get caught.
Article Written By Lisa Mercer
In 1999, Lisa Mercer’s fitness, travel and skiing expertise inspired a writing career. Her books include "Open Your Heart with Winter Fitness" and "101 Women's Fitness Tips." Her articles have appeared in "Aspen Magazine," "HerSports," "32 Degrees," "Pregnancy Magazine" and "Wired." Mercer has a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from the City College of New York.
