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 | Hotham, Victoria
Don't forget the kids! There will be fun for every member of the family at Hotham in 2007 with a new range of family-friendly entertainment, activities and initiatives across the mountain. The highest resort in Victoria is introducing a mountain mascot entertainment program, kids snowmobiling, a comprehensive kid’s helmet initiative and a new ski/daycare package. |
 | Discover Dinner Plain, Victoria
Imagine a fairytale village high in the Victorian Alps, nestled amongst the snow gums and featuring unique architecture of stone and timber buildings, all built in the spirit of the high country cattlemen's huts. Welcome to Dinner Plain - the Alpine area's best year round, family friendly destination. |
 | Selwyn Snowfields
You will just love our fun park. Selwyn Snowfields has become well known as Australia’s best value, family friendly snowsports playground. |
 | Perisher Blue
Nature has the most exciting playgrounds and Perisher Blue is the ultimate. So treat the arrival of the winter cold as your excuse to bring the family and have the most fun possible at Perisher Blue. |
 | Thredbo
Just six hours from Sydney, Thredbo is nestled high in the Snowy Mountains with plenty of activities to keep the whole family entertained, and is the perfect place to get away at any time of the year.
Furthermore, in Thredbo there are styles of accommodation to suit every family. |
| Mt Buller
With 263 hectares of spectacular skiable terrain, scenic panoramas most resorts would die for and more places to eat, drink and be merry – there is no place in Australia to ‘Live it up!’ like Mt Buller.
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 | Falls Creek
Nestled in the lee of Victoria's High Plains, Falls Creek offers the opportunity for a truly unique family holiday. When you experience our friendly village atmosphere, our wide variety of terrain with something to excite everyone from novice to expert. |
Ski Accommodation in Australia
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 | Alpine Habitats
If you want to remove yourself from the 'hustle and bustle' of every day living, then Alpine Habitats is the perfect destination for you. |
 | Swagman Chalet, Perisher Valley
The Swagman Chalet is a traditional on-snow ski lodge with a warm and friendly ambience in a peaceful location. Special Skiers package includes five nights dinner, bed and breakfast, plus five and a half days pass for all Perisher Blue lifts from $743 per adult and from $569 per child. |
 | Chalet Sonnenhof
For that ultimate snow holiday experience try staying on the snow in the heart of Perisher Valley. Chalet Sonnenhof is a friendly family owned and operated lodge, located only minutes from the main ski centre and ski lifts. You can ski straight from your door! Choose from comfortable double, twin and family rooms, all with private bathrooms and all serviced daily. |
 | Falls Creek Hotel, Falls Creek
Falls Creek Hotel is a chalet style hotel with every room overlooking Falls Creek's most exhilarating ski runs. The nearest ski lift is just 100 metres from the hotel front door. The hotel offers a pool, spa, sauna, restaurant and in-house ski and board rental. Get the most out of your ski holiday this year at Falls Creek Hotel. |
 | Deane's Snow
Deane’s Snow, the largest provider of accommodation in the Perisher region, have a wide range of accommodation options and fantastic deals available to suit all budgets. |
 | Tracker's Mountain Lodge
Just steps from the Village Bowl, Trackers Mountain Lodge is celebrated for its elegant dining, superior accommodation and great atmosphere. |
 | River Inn, Thredbo
The River Inn is a deluxe, modern, family-friendly property, located opposite the Thredbo Leisure Centre and within a leisurely stroll from the hub of the village. It is the only ski in, ski out hotel in Thredbo. |
 | Pretty Valley Alpine Lodge, Falls Creek
Quality accommodation and outstanding meals are only part of a holiday at Pretty Valley. Our facilities are the best on the mountain. The huge outdoor heated pool and four spas are the centre of attention. Our saunas will invigorate your tired muscles, and our spacious lounge is a great place to relax after a day on the slopes. |
 | Kosciusko Chalet, Charlotte Pass
Kosciusko Chalet is a family paradise with a difference - a snowbound resort nestled in the heart of the Snowy Mountains. You will be delighted with the warm and intimate atmosphere of this Bavarian-style hotel. |
New Zealand
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 | Cardrona Alpine Resort - Voted No 1 Ski resort in New Zealand
Cardrona Alpine Resort is reaffirming its position as New Zealand's leader in child-friendly ski areas with increased facilities at the country's most comprehensive Children's Alpine Centre launched last year.
Parents can now enjoy real time ticketing and reservations as well as on-line registration, saving time on arrival. To make life easier for parents of pre-schoolers, Cardrona has invested in 20 sets of small skis and boots from Salomon which are supplied free of charge for Ski Korral programmes. This means that the days of juggling skis and small children in the main rental department are over. |
 | Stella Queenstown
Stella Hospitality Group offers resort accommodation in Queenstown. Stella Hospitality Group provides a central booking service and single point of reference for all accommodation needs - giving you the confidence in dealing directly with the resort experts. |
Canada
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 | Ski Canada
Dreaming of a white Christmas, or just want to experience some of the best skiing in the world? Canada can work out to be a great option if you want to ski with your kids. |
 | Ski Tours Canada
Nobody knows Canada better than Ski Tours Canada. In fact, we won't sell any other ski destination. Ski Tours Canada specialises in customised tour packages for every level of holidaymaker at an affordable price. |
 | Family Holidays with Heather Robilliard's Ski Adventure Canada-USA
Pack up the whole family and ski British Columbia, Canada with Australia's top ski and snowboard vacation operator, Heather Robilliard�s Ski Adventure Canada-USA. Have more fun than you can imagine while learning from some of the best instructors in the world at Silver Star Mountain Resort. |
 | Big White and Silver Star Resorts, British Columbia, Canada
Canadian winters are all about snow, especially at British Columbia�s Big White and Silver Star Resorts. With an average of 7 meters of Mother Nature�s finest, feather-light, champagne powder falling annually, a truly spectacular world of snow ghosts, snow bowls, and mountain beauty is created. |
USA
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 | Ski Colorado
Pamela Wright road tests some of Colorado's best skiing destinations, including Aspen/Snowmass and Steamboat. |
| Family Holidays with Heather Robilliard's Ski Adventure Canada-USA
Pack up the whole family and ski British Columbia, Canada with Australia's top ski and snowboard vacation operator, Heather Robilliard’s Ski Adventure Canada-USA. Have more fun than you can imagine while learning from some of the best instructors in the world at Silver Star Mountain Resort. |
 | Low and no-cost things to do in Aspen/Snowmass
Yes, it is possible! Aspen/Snowmass has something for all budgets and it’s easy to live like a king on a pauper’s budget. From food and spirits, to community culture and events, to recreation and pampering, there are many bargains to be found at Aspen/Snowmass. |
 | Skiing in Colorado
A holiday in Colorado is all about getting back to nature and enjoying the region's amazing mountain landscapes. With many kids skiing programs and tours, the kids are sure to love it. |
 | It's a Dog's Life in Aspen
It is said there is a dog for every two people in Aspen/Snowmass (Colorado, USA). Well, the dogs are in the right place, because in this town they are treated like royalty. Dogs can spend their day cross-country skiing or snowshoeing with their owner, meeting other dogs in the park, shopping a bit and snoozing in a five star, five diamond hotel. Talk about a dog’s life. |
Japan
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 | Club Med Sahoro, Hokkaido Japan
Club Med Sahoro offers complete Japanese elegance. A Club Med ski holiday is the most inclusive ski trip experience for all skiers and snowboarders. Best of all there are no hidden costs so that holidaymakers can prepay their entire trip before leaving, knowing exactly what they will be spending before hitting the slopes.
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 | Sapporo, Japan
Sapporo, the capital of Japan’s northernmost island Hokkaido, is the gateway to the best skiing and snowboarding in Japan. Over 10 ski resorts are accessible from this one city, with many of the larger ones open for night skiing. |
Europe
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 | Club Med Europe
Enjoy the most all-inclusive ski holidays at one of Club Med's 21 Ski Resorts in Europe! Downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing and more. Experience the snow on the largest ski slopes in the world, and feel renewed! So, will it be the French, Swiss or Italian Alps?
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Ski Gear
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 | Bumps Ski and Surf
Enjoy the most all-inclusive ski holidays at one of Club Med's 21 Ski Resorts in Europe! Downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing and more. Experience the snow on the largest ski slopes in the world, and feel renewed! So, will it be the French, Swiss or Italian Alps? |
 | XTM Performance Snowear
XTM manufacture a range of quality ski/snow accessories and clothing, and are the official supplier of gloves, socks, bags, après’ boots and thermal underwear to the Australian Winter Olympic Team. A percentage of sales also goes towards nurturing the up and coming future champions of the snow sports arena. |
Ski Specials
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 | Westin Whistler special family offer
Exclusive Whistler rates for Alpine World clients and Holidays with Kids readers. This special offer is an early bird for the 2008. Plus, kids 12 and under ski and rent free on a one-for-one basis with parents. |
 | Ski Express
Get in early, these deals are only available for a limited time. Why Ski Express? Ski Express is the only operator in Australia offering a number of exclusive extras and complimentray services. Click for more details. |
Ski Tips
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 | Ski Tips for Kids
Let your kids get used to the snow, and most importantly, let them have fun! |
 | Lids On Kids
The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) together with the help of many others in the ski industry has developed this site to help educate parents about the benefits and limitations of helmets. Ultimately the choice of whether or not to wear a helmet is one of personal or parental choice.
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 | Preparing your car for the snow
Heading off on a family snow holiday is a great adventure, but also one involving inherent dangers in treacherous road conditions. Motorists travelling on icy roads need to adjust their driving behaviour, prepare their vehicle in advance and take heed of expert advice. |
Ski Features
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 | Be a ski instructor
Experts say that if you can turn your hobby into your work then life will be enjoyable, and for people passionate about skiing, it is all too easy to do - just become a ski instructor! |
 | Ski on a Budget
Skiing doesn't have to break the bank, as the Perkins family discovered on a farm-stay holiday in Jindabyne.
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 | Ski and Sushi
Want to spice up your ski holiday with a dose of culture? Look no further than Japan, the newest kid on the world ski stage... |
 | Skiing with Kids
Unlike other holidays where activities are divided squarely into those for the kids and those for the adults, skiing is one of the few sports you can do together as a family regardless of age. Natalee Ward has this rundown on ski resorts in Australia and New Zealand, while Marc Llewellyn takes a look at what Canada has to offer. |
 | Family Skiing Holiday
Johanna Griggs and Sorrel Wilby both told us that a family skiing holiday is the best holiday they've had. With the combination of excellent facilities, fresh mountain air and all that exercise, it's perfect for parents and children of all ages. Click here to find out what is on offer for families at six Australian Ski Resorts.
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