The wind in your helmet, the sun on your goggles and the snow at your feet; nothing beats the feeling of being on the slopes. Good planning is essential to making sure that you enjoy a successful skiing adventure, and here we list three top tools that will help you plan the perfect visit to the pistes for a true ski resort experience.
Piste Pro
The Piste Pro website should be your first port of call when planning a skiing trip as it contains all you need to know about slopes around the world. Offering detailed maps for each resort, the number and colours of pistes and transfer information, it is a one-stop-shop for all of your planning needs. The site’s intuitive design makes it easy to navigate and puts a powerful amount of information and statistics at your fingertips. It helps to take the stress out of deciding where and when to ski. So much of the hard work and effort has been done for you, and having all of the information you need in one place makes planning a trip effortless and enjoyable.
It also offers maps for download which are fully compatible with both Android and iOS. Or, if you prefer, you can print them out to peruse. Videos of the slopes are also available, allowing you to see the slopes for yourself and make an informed decision about where to head for your next adventure – an essential tool for anyone considering a trip.
Open Snow
Knowing where and when the white stuff is falling is crucial to planning a successful ski trip – no one wants to turn up to find melting brown slush where the snow used to be! With the Open Snow app, you can closely monitor snowfall in the areas you’re interested in visiting, as well as getting an idea of the type and quality of skiing that you are likely to encounter in each resort. The app is available for Android and iOS and is updated regularly. It is also free, which is always a welcome bonus for those planning skiing trips.
Liftopia
Getting the most out of your budget will be one of your top concerns as you plan your skiing adventure. More money to spend means more time on the slopes. Liftopia – available free on Android and iOS – offers you up-to-date pricing and exclusive deals on lift passes. Covering hundreds of resorts, you are sure to find a bargain that will help to ease the expense of your next skiing adventure. Buying your lift passes in advance will also save you from queuing when you could be skiing. After all, there is nothing worse than watching the slopes when you could be on them!