Note, however, that many mountain operators, such as Vail resorts, have stated that advance reservations will not be needed this year. While many ski resorts haven’t yet announced yet how they will handle lift ticket purchasing and reservations, last year we saw many resorts hit capacity well in advance. Once you decide on the best resort for your family, research its lift ticket and pass options. And remember that any requirements can become more or less restrictive at a moment’s notice. I f a planned ski trip will take you to another country, it is extremely important to check specific country-by-country restrictions to avoid any surprises. With many businesses starting to mandate one of the two, there’s always the possibility for some ski resorts to follow suit. If ski school - or even on-mountain day care - is a must-have for your vacation, double-check the options to ensure they fit your ski vacation goals.Īlso be sure to check any vaccine or testing requirements a few weeks out. You’ll also find some resorts running just half-day programs to avoid bringing groups of people indoors. Similar to last year, some resorts have altered their offerings (or still might not offer group ski school programs at all), and lessons can book up well in advance. While some ski resorts are still trying to finalize their plans - and things can change at a moment’s notice - you’ll find if you do take a family ski trip that the charm of the slopes has not gone away.įor more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.īefore you book your vacation, check in with the mountain for any specific ski school questions.
In fact, my family skied more last year than any year in the past. Skiing is one of the best socially distanced winter activities there is – and if this year is anything like last winter, skiing can absolutely be done in an incredibly fun and safe manner.
Many mountain resorts across North America excel at catering to families, whether your child is a shredding, snowboarding teen or a newbie headed to ski school for the very first time.