Short ski breaks are one of the most popular types of mini holiday on the market.
They have surged in popularity over recent years due to reductions in the cost of skiing, flights and accommodation.
Due to this increasing popularity this type of break is offered by numerous travel companies, serving a variety of popular skiing destinations.
A typical break of this nature will usually last between 2 to 4 days including travel time.
Who Are the Main Operators for Short Ski Breaks?
The main operators, or market leaders, in the short ski holidays sector are Pierre Vacances, Jet 2[1], Holiday Taxis, P&O Ferries, Balkan Holidays, Flexiski[2] and Ski Weekends to name a few.
In terms of the quality of accommodation you can expect, it is usually dependent upon your budget, however due to the short nature of the break and the fact the fact that you will be skiing for most of the day.
Many holidaymakers choosing these type of breaks tend to opt for lower quality accommodation as the amount of time spent in your room will not generally justify an expensive hotel or chalet.
What Are the Best Destinations?
For a short ski break there are a few destinations within Europe which you should pay serious consideration to come these being Courchevel, Monterosa, Verbier and Val d’Isere to name a few.
The beauty of these ski resorts is that they are all relatively easily accessible which is incredibly important should you only be only looking to go on a short ski holiday.
In addition to this there are often numerous special offers running to these resorts meaning you can often pick up an extremely good deal if you are looking for a long weekend of skiing or similar.
Make Sure You Know What You Are Paying for
You do have to be careful however when booking short ski breaks to know exactly what you are paying for in order to avoid any excess charges which can often be added on when you arrive at your destination.
For example, whilst many travel agents and companies offering these breaks include a ski pass and ski hire in the cost of break, and some do not.
This can prove extremely expensive dependent upon the resort you are staying in.
Although occurrences such as these are rare, it should be stressed that they do happen and can be extremely problematic once you arrive at your destination thinking that everything is paid for.
You should therefore always clarify with your provider exactly what is provided with your holiday package.
