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Skiing is a fun and exciting sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, making it the perfect vacation choice. If you have never donned a pair of skis and hit the slopes before, we highly recommend that you give it a try.
You might find staying upright a little tricky to start off with, but after a few lessons and some practice, you’ll soon get to grips with it. As long as you choose a resort that has a range of beginner slopes, as well as qualified ski instructors on hand, then you should be just fine.
If the idea of skiing is something that has always appealed to you, but you have never quite mustered the courage to try, take the plunge. Your first time skiing might be a little scary, but it will be an amazing experience.
Still not convinced to book a skiing trip? Then make sure to have a read of these seven reasons why you should give skiing a try.
1. Skiing is fun
On most vacations, you spend your time sunning yourself on a beach, it might be relaxing, but it isn’t the most fun activity. Whereas a skiing trip is fun and adventurous, and pretty much, never gets boring.
2. You’ll look better in a skiing suit than a swimsuit
If it’s a toss-up between a beach break and a skiing trip, just think, you’ll probably look better in a ski suit (which usually consists of jackets, thermal trousers, a ski helmet, goggles, gloves, and boots) than you will a swimsuit. So even if you’ve gained a few pounds, you can still look fantastic on vacation – it’s a win-win situation.
3. Breathtaking views
When you go skiing, you have the chance to see some incredible views, and can often see far across the mountains. And the best thing about these views – you don’t have to climb a mountain to see them, you can take the chairlift instead.
Each resort has its own unique views, like the Meribel ski area, for example, has stunning views of the French alps. While the Canadian ski resorts often have amazing views of the Canadian rockies.
4. Skiing is an amazing form of exercise
Skiing is one of the best calorie burners, the number of calories you burn when skiing is fantastic. Did you know that when you are skiing you can burn up to 700 calories an hour?
5. Skiing is the perfect group vacation
Skiing is the perfect activity for enjoying with friends and family, and best of all, can be enjoyed by all ages. So whether you have young children or teenagers, skiing is suitable for everyone to enjoy.
6. Once you learn, you won’t forget
Just like riding a bike, once you know how to ski, you won’t ever forget. So even if your first ski trip is tricky, and it takes you some time to learn to ski properly; that’s okay.
As your skiing improves, you can then begin tackling the steeper slopes and having more fun. But don’t fret over how long it takes you to improve, because once you know how to ski, you’ll have the skills for life.
7. There is so much more to skiing than meets the eye
While a big part of any skiing vacation is made up of skiing, there is also a lot more to a skiing trip than that.
Think cozy lodges, gourmet restaurants, unique bars, outdoor hot tubs, and so much more. With all these additional bonuses, whether you are a confident skier or not, you can still have a fantastic skiing break.
If these seven things haven’t convinced you to give skiing a try, goodness knows what will. Skiing is a fantastic sport and something that everyone should try, at least once, so go on, give it a go.
