Are you wondering about the best time to go skiing with your family? You might be surprised to hear that skiing during the Easter holidays has everything you’re looking for!
Discover six reasons why Easter skiing is perfect for families and how Mark Warner can help you have the most memorable Easter ski holiday.
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6 Reasons to book an Easter ski holiday with the family
From longer days to quieter slopes, there are plenty of reasons to book a family Easter ski holiday. Read on to find out why skiing at Easter can be one of the best times of year to hit the slopes and do it in style with Mark Warner.
Snow is guaranteed at high-altitude resorts
At 2,100 metres, Mark Warner’s high-altitude Tignes Resort is ideal for a family ski holiday at Easter — and not just as a way to burn off all that Easter chocolate! Even as the season warms up, you’re guaranteed snow at that height as snow continues to fall at that higher altitude than further down the mountain.
With several months of snowfall in the bank, the pistes will be firm underneath and soft on top, creating ideal conditions for skiing. Our family-friendly Chalet Hotel L'Ecrin Resort is situated on the outskirts of the village Tignes Val Claret, and only a short walk to the 5 main lifts — letting you take to the slopes in no time.
Skiing in the sunshine
A great advantage of taking the March and April ski holidays is the sunshine! At this time of year, you’ll miss the freezing weather of the winter season, replaced by skiing in the new sun of spring.
There’s also less risk of blizzards so you can save space in your suitcase and pack fewer layers! Take your time and enjoy the beautiful mountainous surroundings no matter what time of day you want to hit the slopes without the worry of being too cold.
Longer days
Skiing in March and April has the other great advantage of longer days! That means you get to spend more time on the slopes skiing, admiring the scenery or taking part in après-ski activities.
Avoid the crowds
Skiing at Easter usually means the slopes are less crowded than the rest of the season. In other words, shorter lift queues equals more time on the slopes. If you are travelling with a beginner skier or children, having fewer people around will give them the space to learn how to ski without being overwhelmed.
When you want to take a break from your snowy adventures, you’ll also find that mountain restaurants are quieter. Enjoy a more leisurely lunch and take in the beautiful snow-capped mountains and blue skies outside on the restaurant terraces.
Save money on Easter ski holidays
Easter skiing tends to be less expensive than other school holidays — especially if you go in the second week of the Easter holidays. Even though skiing at Christmas, New Year or February half-term is usually the norm, it’s often busier, and more expensive. Plus, you don’t get to take advantage of longer, sunnier days.
Instead, make the most of last-minute Easter ski deals to save hundreds of pounds on your flights and accommodation. You may even save on lift passes and equipment rental if you time your booking right.
Family memories to last a lifetime
The most important reason to book a family Easter ski holiday is to make memories with your children and loved ones that will last a lifetime. From completing their first slope to enjoying a warm hot chocolate by the fire, spending quality time with family and friends is one of the greatest gifts in the world.
Keep your kids active over the Easter holidays with various family après ski and outdoor activities including Easter festivities and end-of-season celebrations with music and entertainment for all ages. Join us and let Mark Warner take care of everything you need for a perfect Easter ski holiday.
Easter Skiing FAQs
Where is best to ski in Easter?
Europe has a great choice of family-friendly, high altitude resorts for skiing at Easter such as France in Tignes and Val d'Isère. Austria, Germany, Switzerland and Italy also offer a number of good options for high altitude resorts and reliable snow. Bulgaria and Slovakia also have a number of resorts open at Easter. Or you can travel further afield to Canada or the US.
Is Easter a good time to ski?
Skiing at Easter can be one of the best times of year to hit the slopes especially for families or beginners. With longer days and warmer weather, it's an ideal for children to learn to ski without getting too cold. Easter is also a good time for beginner skiers to practice their skiing in the sunshine and enjoy a holiday in the mountains.
How to choose a ski resort for skiing at Easter?
When choosing a ski resort for a ski holiday at Easter, there are a number of factors to take into consideration such as whether the ski resort is a high altitude resort, if it has snowmaking systems, accessible family-friendly slopes with reliable snow, easy access to the ski lifts, family-friendly mountain restaurants, family-friendly chalet hotels and après-ski scene. It is also important to check whether the ski resort is likely to get crowded at Easter.
Where is the best place to ski in France at Easter?
Easter is a great time to ski in France. As the weather begins to warm up, there are a number of high altitude ski resorts such as Tignes, Val d'Isère, Chamonix and Les 2 Alpes, which offer reliable snow conditions during spring. as well as family friendly facilities and a vibrant après-ski scene.
The Mark Warner ski Chalet Hotel L'Ecrin is located in Tignes Val Claret, which is the highest village in the Tignes region at 2,400 meters. Tignes is a world-class ski resort, which caters for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. It also connects to the Espace Killy ski area, which includes the Val d’Isere ski area.
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