| There are many fun things you can do with snow, | | | | home is the money you'll save on lodging, meals and |
| but perhaps none is more fun than skiing. So pull on | | | | transportation. |
| the snowsuit and head downhill. | | | | If you can not find a ski resort within driving distance |
| How to Make it Happen | | | | and still want to save some money, be willing to |
| Check your state's tourism website for locations of | | | | make some sacrifices. For instance, instead of renting |
| ski facilities in your area. For a weekend trip, do online | | | | equipment from the lift, see if you can borrow |
| searches for package deals. If you do not have your | | | | equipment from friends. You can also save money on |
| own equipment make sure rentals are offered. If you | | | | eating by eating fast food or even better making |
| are not a skier, sign up for lessons from a qualified | | | | sandwiches in your room instead of eating an an |
| instructor. Try snowboarding-you may find it is easier. | | | | overpriced lodge restaurant. If you are a beginner |
| Ski Staycation On A Budget | | | | and need to take lessons, you can save some |
| When you start thinking about a ski staycation, you | | | | money by taking group lessons instead of private |
| will find a large offering of resorts and packages. | | | | lessons. If your local slope is a little beyond driving |
| Finding a wonderful spot is not difficult but finding a | | | | distance and you must stay, do not stay at the |
| ski slope that fits into your budget can be the real | | | | lodge but stay at a motel a little farther away. There |
| challenge. My suggestion? Look closer to home! | | | | are numerous ways that you can cut down on the |
| To save money, look for places close to you. | | | | expense of your ski staycation. Remember, it is all |
| Whether you live in Indiana or Colorado, you are | | | | about the snow and the memories with your loved |
| bound to find a ski resort that is close enough to | | | | ones! |
| drive. And just because the place close to you is not | | | | Additional Staycation Activities |
| as well known as the other resorts does not mean | | | | |
| that they will not be as fun, in fact, quite the | | | | 1. Learn how to cross-country ski. |
| contrary! The prices may be a cheaper but the fun | | | | 2. Go ice-skating |
| you are bound to have is just as good. Another | | | | 3. |
| advantage of finding a ski resort that is close to | | | | |