Getting Ready To Go On A Skiing Holiday

Lucky you. You're planning a skiing holiday. There are certain things you should do and plan before you leave and while you're on holiday. For a safe and exciting trip, take a look at the tips below:

- Unless your skiing holiday is spur of the moment, you'll have some time to get in good shape before you hit the slopes. Spend some time exercising to be a safer skier. You'll have a better time on the slopes and you're new ski wear will look amazing.

- Ski insurance is a must. If your equipment is lost, stolen or damaged you will be compensated. In addition, ski insurance should pay the cost of evacuation from the slope, should you be in a serious accident.

-Pack a good sunblock with a high factor and lip balm and keep them with you on the slopes. The higher the altitude, the stronger the sun. Sun also reflects off snow and wind makes it worse. Skiing is not going to be much fun if you manage to sunburn every part of you that's not covered up and do you really want that chapped lip feeling?

- Check out your skis, bindings, and poles. Are they in a good state? If you're renting equipment the rental shop will do this checking for you.

- You have no control over the weather and it can change at a moment's notice. Prepare to dress in layers. Bring a few pairs of gloves. If you lose a glove you will want to have a replacement. Be sure to wear a helmet and goggles.

- Ski smartly. Don't ski beyond your expertise. Move up the slopes as your ability improves. Don't skip from the bunny slope to the black diamond slope.

- Skiing lessons will help you enjoy yourself on the slopes and make you a safer skier. Try and take some before going, but if not during the first few days of your trip

- Ski in pairs. Watch out for each other. Plan a meeting place, should you get separated.

- Obey warning signs and stay on ski trails. Ignoring safety measures can be extremely dangerous even if you think you're not taking much of a risk.

- Enjoy your skiing holiday but don't pound down the booze. Ski performance is not improved by the over-indulgences of the night before and a hangover will not make your day more fun. Never drink while skiing.

Skiing holidays are fun and relaxing. Follow the trips above and you will have a safe and fabulous holiday.