From the earliest thought of a winter getaway to the first steps in the snow as you approach your luxury chalet, the journey of planning a ski holiday can seem Herculean at times. But as anyone who has been privy to the joys of the Alps knows, it’s always worthwhile. If you’re looking to make your next trip as seamless as possible, we’ve got you covered with our ski holiday checklist!
In this guide, we walk you through the essential steps to make planning a ski holiday a breeze. Consider this your handbook to follow, ensuring nothing but smiles from start to finish.
Accommodation: Booking a Luxury Ski Chalet
First on your ski holiday checklist has to be where to stay. When it comes to booking a luxury ski chalet, it’s all about finding the perfect home-from-home, with a little extra magic. Think luxury chalets with hot tubs, roaring fireplaces, and a concierge team ready to cater to every whim. But how do you choose the one? The best thing to do is get in touch with our team here at Ski In Luxury. By coordinating with our experts, who know the best ski resorts like the back of their hands, you can rest assured that you’ll have the top recommendations of where to stay on your ski holiday. Your preferences will all be taken into account and carefully considered. If a luxury ski-in, ski-out chalet complete with gourmet catering service is top of your wish list, we can find the best options for you, in your favourite resort.
But why choose Ski In Luxury to help in planning a ski holiday?
Since 2005, Ski In Luxury has been a leading name in the luxury ski holiday industry. With a portfolio of over 1,000 exceptional chalets spanning 56 resorts across 6 countries, we’ve got the experience, connections, and insider knowledge to make your ski trip unforgettable. We’re proud to be recognised as one of the top-3 Ski Travel Agents at the World Ski Awards and a true market leader, but what sets us apart?
Our family-run business is backed by 20 years of operation and countless more years of hands-on expertise within our team. We know what makes a ski holiday magical; from the perfect chalet to the little details that take the stress out of planning.
Whether you’re seeking expert tips, advice, or inspiration, we’ve made sure our blog, and further website, is bursting with insights shaped by years of creating dream ski holidays for over 10,000 guests annually. Together with our sister brands, we cover luxury holidays across all 4 seasons; Ultimate Luxury Chalets as our top 100 winter chalet collection, along with Alps In Luxury and Villas in Luxury for both summer and autumn properties. Trust us – we’ve got the holiday checklist covered!
Getting to the Resort: Transfers and Car Hire
From airport transfers to getting around the resort, suitable vehicles and transport options are essential. Planning the best luxury ski transfers to make your trip as easy as can be is important to do in advance! When it comes to airport transfers, there are a huge range of companies at your disposal. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with choices, Ski-Lifts has over 15 years of experience in the industry, serving 200+ destinations. They have also been named the winner of the World’s Best Ski Transfer Operators at the World Ski Awards on 4 occasions, a sure sign that they have more than earned the trust of their clients, and their status as one of the best private ski transfers.
If you really want to live the glamorous ski resort lifestyle, why not rent a top class vehicle for in-resort? From Lamborghini to Porsche, FLM Luxury Rent provides the highest calibre of luxury car rental in the Alps for clients. If you want a vehicle that looks good, feels good, and completes the overall experience of a luxury ski holiday, then this is your solution. FLM’s vast fleet distributes across Europe, and can be delivered right to your private ski chalet! They even deliver to a variety of luxury villa rentals, as well as summer mountain chalets, for your warmer holidays.
Planning to Ski: Lessons, Guides, and Equipment
Lessons and Guides
First time skiing? New to the area? Just looking for a knowledgable ski buddy for bluebird off-piste days? One of our top luxury ski holiday tips has to be to book ski lessons in the Alps in advance. No matter your ability, expert guides and/or instructors are a great addition to your ski holiday checklist. For example, Oxygène Ski & Snowboard School live and breathe the mountains. Offering private or group lessons for clients looking to experience a luxury ski holiday in the French Alps, this company can provide instructors in a variety of languages to help bring your skills to the next level. They also provide adaptive ski lessons, for a range of physical impairments, from visual to mobility-based.
Another ski school offering adaptive lessons and standard lessons, based across Europe including France, Italy, Switzerland, and Austria, is Maison Sport. Their technical experience can help you advance your skiing and snowboarding ability, whether on/off-piste, or ski touring across the mountains! Also with business crossing the Alps is New Generation Ski School, with lessons delivered since 1998. They even offer courses and tips for nervous skiers to help you build confidence on the mountain!
Equipment Hire
But, before you even set foot on the snow, you’ll need the right kit. When organising a ski holiday, think ahead for equipment; boots, skis or snowboards, poles, helmets… all your gear can be ready for your arrival! In fact, the concierge teams for some luxury chalets can arrange delivery of items straight to your door.
The aforementioned Oxygène are not just a ski school. They also offer ski hire on top of their ski lesson services in a selection of their resorts; Serre Chevalier, La Plagne, Tignes, and Val d’Isère. Find high-level gear for a range of abilities, and start your holiday out on the right ski! Whether your fitting is in-store, or in the comfort of your luxury chalet, you can trust that they will provide top-class service.
Additionally, White Storm is known for providing top-class fittings across multiple resorts in the French Alps, kitting you out for a day of exploring the majesty of the mountains. If you’re not sure what you need, worry not! The expertise of the team at White Storm matches the impeccable quality of the equipment.
Slope Style: Ski Clothing Hire for the Perfect Outfit
The mountains are full of fashion and flare. From the glitz of St. Moritz, to the loud and proud Folie Douce après-ski outfits, clothing can make a statement in ski resorts. But it’s not all about style; it’s also about practicality, comfort, and safety. You’ll be wearing these clothes all day on the mountain, so you need to be comfortable, warm, and have plenty of space for all your extra items. Of course, you want to keep up with the latest ski fashion trends. But for a week or two, it seems counter-intuitive to buy a new outfit for every season. So, why not choose the sustainable option, and rent the hottest slope style outfits?
Brands such as Cirkel Supply offer exactly this: an eco-conscious ski holiday option for designer ski clothing hire. Find everything from salopettes to gloves, and even kids outfits! Their premium skiwear rentals provide winter outerwear that looks good and feels good, with new, varied styles every season. And rest assured that every item is professionally cleaned for that fresh-out-the-box feel.
Cirkel Supply can deliver straight to your chalet door, for groups skiing in the Swiss Alps. But, if you’re arriving to and leaving from Geneva or Zurich airports before skiing in neighbouring countries, then there are alternative delivery solutions available; just get in touch with Cirkel Supply with your itinerary! So, save on luggage space and leave room for boutique shopping in the Alps this winter by ticking off ski clothing rental from your ski holiday checklist.
Turning an idea of a holiday into a reality is all a matter of preparation and planning. We hope our luxury ski holiday checklist has given you some inspiration for your trip this winter! Find more fantastic links and resources on our website to help you plan your next ski holiday…
Ready to tick off the first thing on your ski holiday checklist? Book a luxury ski chalet in the Alps by getting in touch with our knowledgable team of Ski Specialists. Give us a call on +44 1202 203650 or send us an email; we’re more than happy to help.
