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What are the basic clothing requirements for a family on their first ski holiday?
Gloves - 2 pairs for children, goggles/sun glasses, ski jacket and salopettes, layers under jacket, sun cream, hat, snow boots or wellies, good socks and plenty of them!

What are the basic equipment requirements for a family on their first ski holiday?
Good childcare, chalet as opposed to hotel, we supply car seats, high chairs, cots and other paraphernalia you need with young children

Would you recommend buying equipment for first time skiers?
No, ski and boot hire is of good quality

What are the rough costs of ski equipment hire in resort?
Adults from £70
Children from £50

At what age/level is a ski lift pass required?
Usually 5 years

At what age can children start ski school?
4 is recommended but we do sometimes take 3 and a half year olds

What hours do the ski schools operate for children - half or full days?
Usually from about 9.30 am for 2.5 hours, half day is better as young children do get very tired, its hard work learning to ski and can be cold

What childcare services would a quality family ski travel company provide for children too young to ski?
We have our Powder Pups club, this is an all day crèche run by our staff for our children, they have various fun outdoor and indoor activities - an action packed day and lunch is included.

What evening babysitting services would a quality ski travel company provide?
We babysit for free on the cooks night off.

What childcare qualifications should parents expect the carers to hold?
Most have NNEB or equivalent. Not all our activity leaders have qualifications; we employ our staff on their ability to perform and their common sense.

What childcare ratios would a quality family ski travel company provide?
We provide the same or better ratios than British Nurseries

What time of year would you recommend for skiing as a family (December too cold, April too warm etc)?
It is fine to ski at any time, clothing is of such good quality these days that coldness is not the issue it was.

What facilities/activities would a quality family ski company provide in addition to skiing?
Good chalets, good quality staff, good quality food, wine and childcare.

Do families require specialist holiday insurance for skiing?
You must have specialist skiing insurance

Are there any additional tips/advice you could offer to families embarking on their first ski holiday? (sun cream, thermals, clothing for evenings etc.)
A pair of boots for walking around in the evenings and a warm jacket; I would recommend the jacket in addition to your ski jacket as the latter may need drying overnight.
Evenings in chalets is very casual, don't bring too much! Relax and enjoy.

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