With the start of the ski season for most resorts now three months away, most are beginning to publish their lift-pass prices for the coming winter.
Inevitably prices are creeping up by a few Euros in most cases, but it's noticeable that ever more resorts – particularly in France – are copying the US model of 'fluid pricing.'
While in Colorado lift ticket prices fluctuate dramatically through the season and in some cases can rise and fall apparently in response to demand, similar to no frills airlines, in France the basic price is fixed, but various discounts are being offered when purchased online, particularly in advance.
The message appears to be, as soon as you know where you're heading this winter, check the resort's website to see if it is worthwhile buying your pass online in advance.
Among the deals currently on offer, the Paradiski region, the world's third largest linking La Plagne and Les Arcs and celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2013-14, is offering a discount of 10% off all ski passes purchased on line before the 31st October, 2013 via