{"id":2473,"date":"2018-01-25T11:38:18","date_gmt":"2018-01-25T11:38:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alps2alps.com\/blog\/?p=2473"},"modified":"2020-01-22T08:10:49","modified_gmt":"2020-01-22T08:10:49","slug":"how-to-cram-weeks-skiing-into-weekend-break","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/testwp.alps2alps.com\/blog\/how-to-cram-weeks-skiing-into-weekend-break","title":{"rendered":"How to Cram a Week\u2019s Snow into Your Weekend Ski Break"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Picture the scene. It\u2019s a grey Wednesday afternoon, and the burden of mundane everyday life seems to have no end.<\/p>\n

But, there\u2019s no option to take a full week off to wash away the stress of the day. Sound familiar?<\/p>\n

This is where weekend ski breaks come in. If you fancy a last-minute getaway or a quick trip, you might be tempted by a skiing weekend.<\/p>\n

But, surely there just aren\u2019t enough hours in the weekend to make the most of your holiday?<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how to cram a week\u2019s snow into your weekend ski break.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Do Your Own Thing<\/h2>\n

Your weekend ski break requires a fierce mentality. You want to spend as much time on the slopes as possible, with no one getting in your way.<\/p>\n

So, don\u2019t be afraid to leave some of your slower friends behind! No one wants to spend their day waiting at the bottom of the mountain.<\/p>\n

As your time is precious, don\u2019t waste a second of it! Solo-skiing can be just as fun<\/a> as sticking with your group. You only have yourself to answer to!<\/p>\n

All ski weekends could benefit from being a little selfish. Actually, this goes for ski holidays in general.<\/p>\n

Be ruthless! You\u2019ll find a little freedom helps make the most of your holiday.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Take Work with You<\/h2>\n

The slopes have no space for your work woes!<\/p>\n

We all dread Mondays, but the best holidays happen when you forget all about them.<\/p>\n

It may be easier said than done, but try not to stress about upcoming presentations or new hires.<\/p>\n

The weekend is a precious commodity, especially on the pistes. Leave work at the airport!<\/p>\n

Detox from Your Phone Addiction<\/h2>\n

Don\u2019t waste any time on your phone!<\/p>\n

While this may sound like obvious advice, we\u2019re all guilty of spending too much time on our phones<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Far too often we see skiers taking a photo of the mountain rather than skiing down it.<\/p>\n

Your Twitter followers can manage without you for two days.<\/p>\n

Think of it as a \u2018blink and you\u2019ll miss it\u2019 situation!<\/p>\n

Plan for Efficiency<\/h2>\n

While we all make plans and rarely stick to them, they can be useful for weekend ski trips.<\/p>\n

If you make a rough \u2018itinerary\u2019 for the day<\/a>, you give yourself the best chance of cramming more snow into the weekend.<\/p>\n

Working to a specific time lets you make the most out of your day. No more half-hearted \u2018we\u2019ll get to the slopes when we feel like it\u2019 nonsense!<\/p>\n

Thinking ahead should help avoid poorly thought-out plans which may ruin the weekend.<\/p>\n

Saying this, don\u2019t plan your day to the minute. The best holidays aren\u2019t overly strict.<\/p>\n

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