January Ski Holidays

January Ski Holidays - Beat the winter blues with a post-Christmas trip to the slopes 

A January ski holiday can be a great way of beating the post-Christmas winter blues, with many resorts in Europe and North America seeing favourable conditions and some excellent prices, too. Resorts open up their doors for the season in late November or early December, so by the New Year, there should be a decent snowbase on the slopes and the chance for many a successful January ski holiday. Not considered high season, January ski holidays should offer skiers the benefit of less crowded slopes, lack of lift queues and a relaxed and generally quieter time to travel.

 

Ski Holidays In January - Cold temperatures, but a great time for bargains 

A January ski holiday can offer a cost-effective way to hit the slopes, with discounts and incentives for skiers who are prepared to book early. There are also many last-minute January ski holiday bargains to be had during this month, which is considered a very quiet time, as it falls between the busy Christmas and February half-term holidays. Available January ski holidays are often heavily discounted and sold as late deals ( ideal for flexible travellers), and choices are usually governed by snow conditions, with lower-level resorts offered at the best prices due to less reliable snow coverage. Temperatures on a January ski holiday may still be extremely cold, and skiers must be prepared for bracing cold weather, strong winds and lack of sunshine - a great excuse to warm up with a drink in one of the many après-ski bars! Dress accordingly in plenty of layers on a January ski holiday, with the emphasis on staying dry and warm, with items such as thermal underwear, good quality gloves and goggles essential.

 

January Ski Holidays - Good choice of high-altitude resorts for guaranteed snow 

For guaranteed snow on a January ski holiday, head for one of the high-altitude ski resorts in Europe with a better-than-average snow record, such as Tignes, Val d'Isere or Val Thorens in France, Zermatt in Switzerland or Cervinia in Italy. These resorts enjoy a long reliable season, and should offer fantastic conditions on a January ski holiday. For those looking further afield, the ski resorts of North America and Canada would be a great choice for a ski holiday in January, as there is always heavy snowfall and plenty of fresh powder on the slopes of top-class resorts such as Whistler, Jackson Hole, Steamboat and Vail.