Ski Vacation Deals [Infographic]

Ski Lodging Deals in

• Colorado
• California
• Utah
• Vermont
• Maine

Ski Vacation Deals in the US

Tips for cheap ski vacations and where to find deals for:

• Gear
• Lift Tickets
• Lodging
  • New to the sport? Check out our Beginner's Guide to Skiing .

Ski Like the Locals

Save money on lift tickets with these tips:

• Ask friends about "buddy passes."
• Get a local savings card.
• Buy package deals, like 4-packs of tickets.
• Check Craigslist.
• Check local grocery stores for discounts.
• Book online and in advance.
• Ski on midweek days and during the off-peak season (early or late in season).
• Check local equipment retailers.
• Liftopia.com has discounted offers up to 90% off.
• Ask about discounts for military, industry pros and travel agents.

How to Save Money on Ski Gear

Buying equipment is a balance of pricing, availability and timing.

• Don't buy in the holiday shopping season - wait until February-April.
• Look for summer sales on ski gear.
• Buy last-season's closeouts.
• Rent if you only ski or snowboard a few times each year. Save at a local outfitter over the resort.
• Buy gently used equipment that doesn't require customization.

Ski Day Savings

Ski like a local by...

• Skiing midweek.
• Staying in a vacation rental at the mountain instead of the high-priced resort.
• Packing a lunch and refillable water bottle.
• Check ski resort Facebook and Twitter pages for last-minute specials.