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What To Pack For A Family Ski Trip
14 February 2020
A family skiing trip is an exciting time for everyone involved, with it potentially being the first time your kids have been in a mountain environment or had the chance to play in a decent amount of snow. To help take some of the stress out of planning and packing for your holiday we’ve asked our parents at Ellis Brigham HQ what they pack when they go on a ski holiday with the family.
On The Hill Ski Clothing And Equipment
Adults
- Base Layer Tops and Pants x2 - merino fabrics resist odour build-up and sweat
- Sports Bra x3 – wear one while the other is washed
- Fleece or Midlayer x1
- Ski Pants x1
- Ski Jacket x1
- Hats & Neckwear – Balaclava beanie x1, Buff x1 Balaclava x1
- Gloves or Mitts x1
- Liner gloves x1
- Ski Socks x3 - merino fabrics resist odour build-up and sweat
- Ski Helmet x1
- Skis x1 or rental in resort
- Ski Poles x1 pair or rental in resort
- Goggles – high light and low light lens x1
- Ski Boots x1 or rental in resort
- Ski Backpack x1
- Water bottle/camelback x1
Kids
- Base Layer Tops and Pants x2 - merino fabrics resist odour build-up and sweat
- Fleece or Midlayer x1
- Ski Pants x1 or a onepiece ski suit
- Ski Jacket x1 or onepiece ski suit
- Hats & Neckwear x1 – Beanie x1, Buff x1 Balaclava x1
- Gloves or Mitts x1 a leash helps to prevent the gloves or mitts from being dropped
- Liner gloves x1
- Ski Socks x3 - merino fabrics resist odour build-up and sweat
- Ski Helmet x1
- Skis x1 or rental in resort
- Ski Poles x1 or rental in resort
- Goggles x1 or rental in resort
- Ski Boots x1 or rental in resort
Off The Hill Clothes
Adults
- Pyjamas x1
- Slippers x1
- Joggers x1
- Sweat top or hoodie x1
- Insulated jacket x1
- Boots x1
- Socks x6
- Underwear x6
- Beanie x1
- Jeans / Leggings x2
- T-shirts x5
- Gloves x1
- Shirt / Evening top x1 - in case you want to dress up for a meal out
- Swim short / costume x1 - relax in the local swimming pool or spa
- Sunglasses x1
Kids
- Pyjamas x1
- Slippers x1
- Joggers x1
- Sweat top or hoodie x1
- Insulated jacket x1
- Boots x1
- Socks x6
- Underwear x6
- Beanie x1
- Jeans / leggings x2
- T-shirts x5
- Gloves x1
- Shirt / Evening top x1
- Swim short / costume x1 – play in the swimming pool or spa
- Sunglasses x1
Toiletries
- Wash Bag
- Suncream/aftersun
- Face and Hand Moisturiser - the air is very dry
- Lip Balm
- Face Scrub
- Hair Brush
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- Shampoo / Showergel / Soap
- Travel towel
- Ibuprofen
- Heat patches
- Hair drier
- Wet wipes
- Blister plasters
Extras
- Games
- Playing Cards
- Toys, Soft toy, Ipad, Blanket (home comforts)
- Food Favourites (fussy eaters may struggle / a lack of big supermarkets in some resorts)
- Foreign Plug Adaptor
- Bluetooth Speaker
- Headphones - so everyone can have their own space
- Teabags your favourite brand - otherwise you may be stuck with Lipton as your only choice
- Monzo, Caxton or prepaid debit card - to avoid foreign exchange charges
- First Aid Kit
- Water bottle
- Hand warmers
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About the Author:Pete Fletcher - Outdoor ExpertPete grew up hiking most of the trails in the Lake District before being introduced to skiing. A decade later and you're most likely to find him snowboarding, skateboarding or making a mean coffee. |
