Where to Go for a Family Ski Holiday on a Budget

As an avid skiing parent, there can be no greater joy than watching your kids glide down freshly groomed pistes, in exactly the way you did.

However, if you factor in accommodation, additional ski passes, gear, or more for the little fledgling skiers, family ski holidays can become quite expensive for most. 

That said, it is very much possible to do a ski trip with the family on a budget, provided you plan your destination well and where you stay.

Family-friendly ski holiday destinations are available across several notable resorts, each one tailored to cater to families with children.

Before you head to these specially selected affordable ski destinations, do your research well, plan very far ahead, teach your kids basic skiing skills in advance, and cook all your own meals.

La Plagne 

A ski holiday in La Plagne can be a fantastic ski experience, providing you research carefully the options for transportation, accommodation, lift passes, and all other expenses in order to enjoy quality time with the kids on a budget.

Accommodation 

Early bookings will come with significant discounts, so reserve your self-catered apartment or chalet well in advance instead of booking a room in a hotel.

You can also consider staying in any of the smaller villages in the vicinity of La Plagne like Champagny-en-Vanoise or Plagne Montalbert which are often cheaper than putting up in the main city center of Belle Plagne or Plagne Centre.

Skiing 

Located amidst pine trees, La Plagne is a perfect base for a family ski holiday. Skiing here will take visitors to the Les Arcs area as well by using the Vanoise Express cable car which together form the largest ski area in the world, Paradiski.

Transport 

Wherever possible, drive to La Plagne as it can be more cost-effective, especially for a large family. This way you avoid expensive flights and transfer costs.

If driving is not an option, look for shared shuttle services to La Plagne from the nearest airport, usually Grenoble, Geneva, or Lyon.

Lift Passes

As compared to individual lift passes, La Plagne offers special family lift passes that can prove to be substantially cheaper. Buying the lift passes in advance online can also result in savings.

If there are beginners among any of the family members, they should buy a pass just for the beginner areas which are much cheaper than full area passes 

Gear

For the best rate, book ski equipment in advance online. Some stay providers often offer package deals that are inclusive of equipment rentals and ski passes.

Food and Drink 

Shop at the local supermarket and cook your own food. Carry picnic lunches for ski days and avail of special happy hours offered in the bars and restaurants.

Leisure 

Family ski holidays are not limited to just skiing but should offer an array of activities to keep the children entertained and relax the parents.

Today, La Plagne boasts of a deep nature spa and swimming pool, sports center, snowshoeing, electric snowmobiling, and paragliding.

Les Bruyeres 

Known for its tranquil and budget-friendly environment, Les Bruyeres is another charming village close to La Plagne.

Some strategies to consider when staying in Les Bruyeres that are especially tailored to the village are:

Accommodations 

Just as in La Plagne, look for chalet and self-catering options, book in advance, or consider staying on the periphery of Les Bruyeres to save money.

Skiing 

Les Bruyeres enjoys an enviable reputation of being one of the world’s most foremost linked areas just below Van Thorens and with easy access to Courchevel and Meribel in the opposite direction as well.

Transport 

If you are coming from a neighboring country, consider driving or shared transfers from the airport you are flying into. Use local shuttle services to get around Les Bruyeres in a cheap and efficient way.

Entertainment and activities 

Explore free or low-cost activities such as sledding, and ice skating, or simply marvel at the stunning landscape. Ask the local tourism office for any free family events 

Ski lessons 

Book group ski lessons in advance to ensure availability and discounts. Group lessons are much cheaper than private ones and offer beginners a great way to learn skiing.

Leisure 

Despite being one of the smaller resorts, Les Bruyeres offers a wide range of activities and amenities right on the doorstep including, a swimming pool, cinema, dog sledding, paragliding, and children’s night sledding.

Reberty 2000

Reberty 2000 forms a part of the larger Les Menuires skiing resort in the Three Valleys ski area. Here are some ways to manage costs as well as enjoy the trip.

Accommodation 

Look for ski-in and ski-out chalets at 2000m in the heart of the lift system. The chalets are modern and wooden and a much better place to stay for families than other resorts with the same skiing. Some suggested staying options are Chalet Bramble and Chalet Chamois.

Skiing 

With high-altitude snow, skiing families can enjoy the traditional Savoyard atmosphere plus doorstep skiing facilities for all abilities in the most affordable way to experience the magnificent Three Valleys.

Food and Drink 

In contrast to other neighboring resorts, Les Menuires offers some best value restaurants that are located on the piste sides in Reberty and also in the village of St Martin.

Leisure 

The Ferme de Reberty is a short walk from the family chalets and a great place to soak up the sun. Les Menuires also has a local weekly market selling local produce and souvenirs.

Les Gets 

Les Gets ticks all the boxes when it comes to enjoying a good value family friendly fantastic ski holiday in the French Alps.

The resort is perfect for families that are seeking high-quality ski accommodation with child-care facilities, and varied ski options in a world-class skiing area.

Accommodation 

Excellently catered ski chalets like Chalet Bogart and Chalet Bacall offer stylish ambiance, hot tubs, and bright airy playrooms for children.

Skiing 

This picturesque resort is a part of the world-class Portes du Soleil ski area, which means apart from skiing to the nearby ski resorts of Avoriaz and Morzine, you can even ski up to Switzerland, have lunch, and be back to your chalet for tea.

Leisure 

In the center of the village, you can find Cinema Le Club, an outdoor skating rink, and high-class massage services to energize and prepare you for a fun day on the slopes.

Quick takeaway 

# Do not forget to take insurance

# Choose your travel dates carefully 

# Hire skis, buy clothes 

# Look for “kids stay free deals”

# You need not ski every day 

# Travel with another family 

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