Booking your next vacation or holiday is one of those things that many people consider a real pleasure. We compare, we project, we put ourselves in the mood of what could be one of the best moments spent with family or friends. Since the coming season is all about mountains and winter sports, how can you best prepare for the break you’ll enjoy in your next high-altitude destination? What are the key points to bear in mind when making your reservations? Here are some answers to help you prepare for your dream holiday.
Mountain reservations: don’t forget your resort’s webcam!
If there’s anything exciting about booking a winter vacation in the mountains, it’s of course largely due to the weather conditions that characterize them. It’s an important part of what awaits you. A thick blanket of powdery snow, from the bottom of the slopes to the peaks, is essential for a successful vacation. Luckily for you, technology is here to help you prepare. Like here in the French Alps, you can check the meribel mottaret webcam and check out the destination’s snow conditions.
Increasingly, it’s an indispensable tool to consult before booking and arriving. It’s the natural extension to your accommodation and transport reservations, ski equipment rental and ski passes for the entire ski area of your choice.
As far as the ski area is concerned, when you book, you can also find out which lifts and snowparks have been installed, are in operation or will be at a standstill by the time you arrive. This is a key factor in being able to take full advantage of the great outdoors and navigate the most extensive ski area possible.
In addition, take the time to find out from your destination’s tourist office what events and festivities might be taking place at the time of your stay: this could help you make the most of the scenery of your choice.
Accommodation and transport: the ABCs of your next mountain holiday
As in summer, when you set out to find the destination of your dreams, the choice of accommodation and its location during a ski holiday is a major issue. It’s all about finding the cocoon of comfort that will protect you from the freezing temperatures of winter. That cozy refuge where you can relax and unwind after long days on the slopes, and why not by the fire.
Hotel: choose the highest level of comfort with views of snow-capped peaks
If you opt for a hotel package, you’ll pay particular attention to the rooms and restaurants on offer. The view from your room can also be a factor in the quality of your stay. The same goes for the location, as close as possible to the slopes and the heart of your chosen ski resort.
Transport: even more important for your winter destinations
Your means of transportation to the resort is naturally an important part of your experience. Whether you decide to take the train and shuttle back to your accommodation, or drive yourself, there are a number of things you need to make sure of. Once again, we’re talking about the weather forecast. You’ll need to make sure that trains are running, or equip your vehicle accordingly: chains are compulsory.