Family Skiing Blog

Val d'Isere Revision Pod

Fri September 13, 2024

It’s such a hard call. A Levels or GCSE’s coming up in a few weeks’ time but you can’t help thinking a ski break might do them good? After all, they can always work in the morning, or maybe just in the... Read More

VIP SKI Team

London Office

Smiling young woman holding toddler in Bear Lodge swimming pool

What To Pack For Your Family Ski Holiday

Fri August 16, 2024

So, you’ve booked your family ski holiday, located your GHIC cards, checked the dates on your passports, purchased your winter sports insurance and booked your airport parking. You’re off to a great start! Now... Read More

Kate Garner

Copywriter & Content Creator

Smiling young boy wearing ski helmet and goggles in ski locker room

Indoor Ski Centres: A Beginner’s Guide to Learning To Ski in the UK

Fri August 02, 2024

Indoor skiing centres are revolutionising the way beginners learn to ski, offering a controlled, consistent environment perfect for mastering the basics before hitting the outdoor slopes. These centres also... Read More

Kate Garner

Copywriter & Content Creator

Smiling baby on rocking toy with nanny in Bear Cubs playroom

Can You Take A Baby On A Ski Holiday?

Tue February 20, 2024

Embarking on a ski holiday with a baby may seem like a daunting prospect, but with careful planning and preparation, it can be an incredibly rewarding experience for the whole family. In this guide, we'll... Read More

Kate Garner

Copywriter & Content Creator

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6 Top Tips For Skiing With Children

Tue February 06, 2024

There’s a lot to be said for teaching your kids skiing skills from a young age. They’re more flexible, they tend to progress quickly, and quite often they’re pretty fearless! But before you book your family... Read More

Lucy

Childcare Manager

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Skiing in February Half-Term 2024: The Best Places to Ski with Children

Fri January 12, 2024

February half-term is a magical time for a family ski getaway and one destination that stands out for its family-friendly appeal is the Portes du Soleil . Nestled in the heart of the French and Swiss Alps,... Read More

Kate Garner

Copywriter & Content Creator

Morzine 2024: A Perfect Family Ski Holiday with Grandparents

Fri November 24, 2023

Over the last few years, we’ve noticed a growing trend in multi-generational travel . Here at VIP SKI, we’ve certainly seen an increase in people booking ski holidays for extended family groups . Read More

Kate Garner

Copywriter & Content Creator

The Best Family Ski Resorts

Mon May 20, 2019

Skiing one of the most exciting and healthy outdoors activities to practise as a family – so why not make a real sport of it by visiting some of the best ski resorts in Europe? A luxury family winter ski... Read More

Catriona McKimmie

Marketing Assistant

Jones family holiday - Day Four

Wed February 21, 2018

Rachel Phillips

Marketing Assistant

Jones family holiday - Day Three

Tue February 13, 2018

The laughter continues on day three of the Jones’s family holiday. Today the kids swapped their skis for sledges and took to the slopes. Screams of delight could be heard across Courchevel as they tore down the... Read More

Rachel Phillips

Marketing Assistant

Jones family holiday - Day Two

Tue February 06, 2018

Today we’re joining the Jones's as they once again take to the slopes in Courchevel 1850. Under the helpful guidance of Jerome from Oxygene Ski School, they certainly seem to be doing well! Mum and Dad were... Read More

Nici Hardy

Associate Director. Marketing

Jones family holiday - Day One

Wed January 31, 2018

We recently hosted the Jones family in chalet Darkoum Lama in Courchevel 1850. This was the first time the family had been on a VIP SKI holiday and the first time the children had hit the slopes. Whilst in ... Read More

Rachel Phillips

Marketing Assistant

Some of our youngest VIP SKI told us about their holiday

Fri February 26, 2016

We've received a lot of amazing guest feedback over the past 12 weeks, and certainly a lot of praise for our VIP SKI Nannies . We thought it was time some of our smallest VIP SKI Guests had their say. Read More

Rachel Phillips

Marketing Assistant

Rachael Waite talks family ski holidays

Fri October 17, 2014

I speak from experience – a vast amount of experience… Having qualified as a nanny in 1992, I have 7 ski seasons under my belt. Now I am the Childcare Manager for VIP SKI and have been for the past 12 years,... Read More