Lodging on the cheap A skiing holiday won t break the bank - if you decide to stay at a hostel near a resort. Many hostels have special ski packages and a variety of discounts. Forget about the catered resort comforts. Many hostels have private couple and family rooms available with advance reservations. Most have fully equipped, self-service kitchens, dining areas and common rooms.
Some hostels even have amenities such as hot tubs and fireplaces.
The IYHF is the largest network of accommodations in the world, with nearly 4,500 hostels in more than 70 countries. Enjoy the ride. A native of upstate New York, Clapper learned to ski on a pair of wooden Kneissl Red Stars when leather lace-up boots and night skiing at Hunter Mountain were in vogue. He is an editor at iJET Travel Intelligence. All Rights Reserved.