Now we know as with the Law commonly known as “sods”, the annulment of one excuse for not booking your annual ski trip (lack of snow) results in the emergence of another (lack of funds). Therefore, here at www.independentmountain.com we are ensuring you are fully prepared to win the battle and the war against the enemy that is trying to conquer your annual ski trip – The enemy commonly known worldwide as General Credit Crunch!
The first rule of any battle is to remain consistent with your attack and to always keep the cause you are fighting for at the forefront of your mind. Therefore, we have put together the Independent Mountain battle plan, listing the top ten credit crunch busting tips to ensure your annual ski trip doesn’t fall victim and become yet another statistic!
Top Ten Tips on How to Still have a Ski trip during the Credit Crunch!
1. Self-catering: Home made cooking means big savings! More chopping in the kitchen means more pennies to spend chopping powder on the mountain!
2. Early Bird: The term “The early bird catches the worm” is no truer than when dealing with budget airlines. It’s simple…..the earlier you book the greater savings you will make. Therefore, as soon as you know your dates get your flight booked and the pennies you’ve saved banked!
3. Book Smart: Great deals can be found with holidays booked in either early or late season, with ski passes also being cheaper. Couple this with avoiding school holidays and you’re onto a winner!
4. The Friend Law: You’ve know each other for years, they’ve got kit, it’s the law that they let you borrow it! Great savings can be made and friendships reaffirmed by loaning kit rather than renting.
5. Picnic en Piste: Alfresco dining at its best! Picnic lunch on the piste is a great way to enjoy the views during lunch without paying the price!
6. Group Transfer: “We want to be together” Well you do when booking an airport transfer!! Get your whole group on a single transfer instead of individually splitting to help save pennies
7. Exchange rate: Keep an eye on exchange rates and change your money when it’s looking good
8. Special offers: The CC is affecting all, therefore, shop around for the best offers. However, be sure to research the properties well, as cheap doesn’t always deliver good quality!!
9. In House Bar: Avoid extortionate drink prices in local bars by enjoying the local wine with friends in the comfort of your catered chalet
10. First Timers: First time holiday, first time skiing? Make your holiday fit your needs and level of experience. There’s no need to splash the cash on a high altitude, high expense resort as you won’t get the benefit of the ski area. Instead, why not try somewhere like Bulgaria which will be at least half-price!
Right, you now have all the ammunition you need to ward off the dangers and unforeseen pitfalls awaiting your annual getaway to the slopes, all you need to do now is strike the winning blow – come pay us a visit, make a booking and claim victory at www.indpendentmountain.com
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