Club In For A Holiday
The recession has made things tough for people worldwide. For the ski and snowboard enthusiasts it has meant a complete change. If you’re thinking of how to book your ski or board trip this winter then no doubt you’ll already be wondering if you can even afford to go. Rising prices and increased air taxes have led many to be resigned to the fact that they won’t be going on holiday for a while. Yet there is hope for the budget conscious skier or snowboarder.
Winter holidays as a couple or with very few people are usually the holidays that can be the most expensive. An easy way to cut costs if you’re planning a ski holiday in 2011 or 2012 is to get as many people as possible to go with you. For many couples or partners this idea may not be as attractive as spending a few weeks alone together, but economically it makes sense. By sharing accommodation and food bills as a group instead of in a pair, you will be amazed at how much you can save! If you are so concerned with privacy there are many accommodation options available for groups that allow for closed quarters. Separate rooms and toilet facilities allow for more intimate conversations whilst still allowing a group dynamic to be in place.
Insurance is another thing that you can save money on as a group rather then as individuals. Single policies can usually end up less cost effective then group policies can. For skiing and snowboarding purposes, having four or more people on the policy leads many winter ski travel insurance companies to reduce the premiums. From their perspective they are gaining better value from you and your group as the reduced cost will likely cause you to use them again in the future. It is a smart strategy that good insurance companies are adopting in the tough economic climate.
By booking in a group you can also save a small fortune on food as well. Any veteran skier or snowboarder can recite horror stories on how much money they spent on food for a short winter break. By clubbing in as a group for groceries, you can save precious pennies for the ski passes and essential equipment required for the slopes. Whilst some villages deliberately charge higher prices for their food, you can still save a lot of money by buying as a collective. It is more practical and economical to buy vegetables and pasta in bulk. There will be less waste and a reduced cost for the individual.
So, if you’re looking to escape the economic doldrums of home this winter but are afraid of spending a fortune then pick up the phone and call a few friends. You’ll be surprised how far the pennies can stretch between six people rather then just two.
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