How many days a week should I ski?

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How many days a week should I ski?

In general, we suggest a minimum of three days of skiing for a first trip. If you can manage four to seven days, that works well too. If seven days is more than your family can handle, divide your ski trip into two trips. A three-day trip and four-day trip can work well.

What are peak days for skiing?

We’ve outlined the best and worst times to ski, but peak times generally include the week from Christmas to New Years, Martin Luther King weekend, and the Friday through Monday of President’s Day weekend. Yes, you can expect bigger crowds during those times and on any weekend, both on and off the mountain.

Is March a good month for skiing?

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Spring break ski trips during March and April are usually strong plays across most of North America. Know when to ski where. In general, March is a wonderful month to ski. It’s warm, the sun shines on most days, and, in many cases in the western United States, it’s the month that brings the most precipitation.

Is December a good time to ski?

But some ski resorts have far better historical records of getting most of their terrain open by December 25. Some resorts like those in California have large annual average snowfalls but are also more likely to go a month with less than 30 inches of snow compared with a ski resort in the Rockies.

Should I tip my ski instructor?

$20 is a great tip for a group lesson, and $50 is good for a private lesson. The best tip I ever got was $300 for an all-day private. Instructor Three: Tipping 15 percent for adult groups and 10 percent for private clients is pretty standard. $20 or really anything is a good tip.

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Is December too early for skiing?

The masses arrive at ski resorts during the holiday week between Christmas and New Year’s. Serious skiers and boarders often can’t wait that long, but they also want a significant amount of available open terrain. Early December can be a good time to find good, early-season conditions before the crowds arrive.

Is MLK a busy ski day?

Although the busiest week of the ski season is between Christmas and New Year’s, Martin Luther King, Jr and Presidents’ Day long weekends are also popular times for ski vacations. Book lodging early and make restaurant reservations at least the day before.