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skiing as a couple

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:44:11 GMT

Hi, Me and my other half always go sking with a big group, but this season it will just be the two of us. We usually book it all independantly to save money, but this doesn't seem to be working out too well as everything seems quite expensive when there are only two pepole; can anyone recommend some cheap deals/ self catering accommodation in Morzine/ Avoriaz?
Thanks!

Re:skiing as a couple

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:05:09 GMT

We too, usually ski in a group, but when we go just the two of us, we enjoy an organised trip, in that we always get to meet a lot of new people. The best price opportunities for two people often are lat minute bookings ~ provided that you are not too limited in a choice of airports.

Re:skiing as a couple

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:12:59 GMT

I used to ski as a couple many years ago, staying in cheap studios, then children and two family skiing came along now this year back to Mrs W,Little W and me....... can't wait :lol:

Re:skiing as a couple

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:18:30 GMT

We always ski as a couple, we are planning on booking last minute this year which can work out very cheaply.

We usually set ourselves a budget for the week and then do lots of research with all the TOs.

Re:skiing as a couple

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:07:34 GMT

When we ski as a couple we go catered, lot less hassle and in my opinion cheaper, you only eat out once. You also have the choice of ski hosting if you want to ski with a group, we have gone independent, Ski Amis / Sixt Alpine Chalet as well as with a TO Silverski / Ski World

Re:skiing as a couple

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:19:35 GMT

When I go as a couple I call up the local tourist office, and tell them my budget and requirments and they call me back with place I asked for, buy my own tickets rent a cheap car at the airport and I find it the cheapest way

Re:skiing as a couple

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:17:55 GMT

Not really been one for big group holidays, I like to spend quality family time when I am on hols hence I'm not a great fan of apres ski much prefer a good restaurant a chalet, log fire and a bottle of plonk.
But I do prefer DIY hols much more fun... :wink:

Re:skiing as a couple

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:50:27 GMT

Me too ian, I never go for the apre I prefer I quite resort and DIY, you are more in control

Re:skiing as a couple

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 17:21:36 GMT

France seems hellishly expensive & the Portes Dul Soleil particularly so I'd be tempted to avoid Morzine/Avoriaz if there are just two of you.

Re:skiing as a couple

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 10:18:27 GMT

andymol2 wrote:France seems hellishly expensive & the Portes Dul Soleil particularly so I'd be tempted to avoid Morzine/Avoriaz if there are just two of you.

Everything to do with skiing is hellishly expensive from ski hire, liftpass,supermarkets everybody makes a good living out of the ski Industry.

Re:skiing as a couple

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 11:47:18 GMT

Ian Wickham wrote:

andymol2 wrote:France seems hellishly expensive & the Portes Dul Soleil particularly so I'd be tempted to avoid Morzine/Avoriaz if there are just two of you.

Everything to do with skiing is hellishly expensive from ski hire, liftpass,supermarkets everybody makes a good living out of the ski Industry.

I always manage to get good value holidays, half price equipment ( I never rent), discounted clothing and find a bar with a happy hour.
Lift pass is the only thing I cant get cheap!
I have also found I have been spending quite a bit more money when skiing in France, both because it is more expensive across the board for everything, and also because of the exchange rate.
Skiing does not have to be an expensive hobby/holiday.

Re:skiing as a couple

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 12:15:37 GMT

As soon as you get to a ski resort everything goes up in price what ever country you are in, they have us by the short and curlies :lol:

Re:skiing as a couple

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 13:48:31 GMT

How about some prices from everyone? How much do you budget for?

As I've said before, we spent GBP1100 per person on our last ski holiday, not including groceries we bought for our self-catered apartment. But this did include lessons and ski hire and it was Feb half-term in Courchevel.

I would have said myself it would be difficult to do it for less than GBP1000 per person per holiday if you were totally honest about everything - like adding in the cost of gear (new ski boots, socks, jackets whatever) and incidentals like airport parking, food and drink bought during the holiday etc.

I think ski holidays are very expensive - but I'm still going on one :lol:

Ally

Re:skiing as a couple

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 14:24:44 GMT

AllyG wrote:How about some prices from everyone? How much do you budget for?

As I've said before, we spent GBP1100 per person on our last ski holiday, not including groceries we bought for our self-catered apartment. But this did include lessons and ski hire and it was Feb half-term in Courchevel.

I would have said myself it would be difficult to do it for less than GBP1000 per person per holiday if you were totally honest about everything - like adding in the cost of gear (new ski boots, socks, jackets whatever) and incidentals like airport parking, food and drink bought during the holiday etc.

I think ski holidays are very expensive - but I'm still going on one :lol:

Ally

Agreed 8)

Re:skiing as a couple

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 22:14:26 GMT

AllyG wrote:How about some prices from everyone? How much do you budget for?

As I've said before, we spent GBP1100 per person on our last ski holiday, not including groceries we bought for our self-catered apartment. But this did include lessons and ski hire and it was Feb half-term in Courchevel.

Well I have never spent anything like that for a ski holiday to be honest. Although I have just spent GBP900 on going club med to St Moritz, but thats all food, drink, lift passes and lessons as well.
I have been paying around GBP500 for catered chalets, and have found deals to get lift passes for GBP10 in ADH and half price in St Anton, so make it GBP600 and thats everything covered.
Without causing offence, if I paid GBP1100 for a ski holiday self catering, I would be seriously upset.

Re:skiing as a couple

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 11:35:06 GMT

I concur, Mr H.
Must be some gold mines available in Wales!!!

Re:skiing as a couple

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 13:03:52 GMT

This year costs GBP960 includes flights, food, booze and transfers which works out GBP320 per head, I still have Little W's lessons and all of our lift passes to fork out for so if you shop around there are still some good bargains to be had.........I think I might be able to make a hell of a dent in the chalets booze budget :lol:

Re:skiing as a couple

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 13:32:14 GMT

Given up on driving then Wickers?

Re:skiing as a couple

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 14:02:57 GMT

No I have not given up driving, normally I would not worry too much about costs, but with
a new start up business I'm trying the sensible option and control my costs, by doing this I might just be able to run to ski holiday number two in March. :lol:

Re:skiing as a couple

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 14:17:54 GMT

My better half hasn't taken to skiing (well, she says she will ski but not all day and not everyday...what a waste!) so this year it's just me and the kids. This year is costing me GBP1500 for all 3 of us with EVERYTHING included.

Skiing is a damn expensive holiday but so much more satisfying than decomposing on a cruise liner or on the beach.

Re:skiing as a couple

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 17:09:41 GMT

Well, those all sound very good deals - Tony, Ian and Coop :D

So, I currently spend the most on my ski holiday :wink:

I'm sure there must be other J2skiers who spend far more than I do.

But we don't seem to have progressed much with helping the OP find something cheap in Morzine/Avoriaz :cry:

Ally

Re:skiing as a couple

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 17:46:22 GMT

Its really about sorting out a budget and then hitting the net, there are plenty of bargains out there
you just got to find them, it really does help the ski budget if you go outside of half term.

Re:skiing as a couple

Tue, 7 Sep 2010 06:26:33 GMT

Currently there are offers on such as half price lift passes, buy one get one free ski rental and free child spaces as the holiday companies are trying to tempt us to book early. I have fallen into that trap but feel I have a fab deal ! Do shop the net in the unexpected places and the deals are there ! )

Just remember to add at least GBP60 per day for a bite to eat at lunch time on the hill as there is nowhere else to go and they charge whatever they like :evil:

Re:skiing as a couple

Tue, 7 Sep 2010 09:46:59 GMT

I have to say that Italy doesn't seem as expensive to eat on the mountain as other places. For the two of us we usually spend around 20 Euros inc a glass of wine and a beer.

Re:skiing as a couple

Tue, 7 Sep 2010 11:25:42 GMT

Mekka wrote:I have to say that Italy doesn't seem as expensive to eat on the mountain as other places. For the two of us we usually spend around 20 Euros inc a glass of wine and a beer.

Yes you are totally correct, Italy has always been the cheapest destination 8)

Re:skiing as a couple

Tue, 7 Sep 2010 13:21:58 GMT

Apologies, I factored in a couple of kids too ! I have never tried Italy myself.