WAY2GO’S DOLLAR-SAVING SKI TIPS TO WARM YOUR WALLET
PLUS UNUSUAL SNOW SPORTS
Thursday 2 July 2009: Think beyond skiing and snowboarding this winter, there are some
unusual snow sports gaining popularity in Australia and they’re not just for daredevils, although
some will get the adrenaline flowing and the blood pumping! The latest edition of Way2go
travel magazine gives an insight into some new snow-based activities.
Snowmobiling: Drive yourself or be driven on these vehicles that are snow cousins of jet skis,
resembling
low motorbikes on skis. Perfect for adrenaline junkies and those with a desire for
motorised speed in the snow! Tours run out of Falls Creek in Victoria.
Snowshoeing: Large flat shoes that look like mesh surfboards will have you ‘gliding’ over the
snow. Have a go at Mt Buller or Falls Creek in Victoria or Thredbo in NSW.
Snow and Ice Climbing: When waterfalls freeze they turn into sheer walls of ice, this activity
will have your arms and legs shaking from the effort. Guided snow climbs between Thredbo and
Signature Peak are popular, the climbs include everything you need.
Ice Skating; A graceful sport usually on an ice rink in Australia, try skating under the stars in
Katoomba in the Blue Mountains, NSW this winter.
Most Australian resorts also offer; tobogganing, snow tubing, Nordic and cross country skiing and even
“snow grooming” tours.
Stretching the dollar further in the snow:
As any keen skier or snowboarder knows, snow holidays aren’t always cheap, but they are great fun.
There are practical ways to save on white winter holidays both in Australia and overseas. Here are
Way2go’s snow saver tips:
Visit mid-week - Arrive on a Sunday and leave Thursday – accommodation is cheaper and the
ski lift queues much shorter.
Bring food with you
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Squeeze in as much food and drink as you can, particularly good if
you’re driving to the snow, load up the car. Take daily snacks with you in a backpack.
Sleep and eat off the mountain- You will get much better value.
Transit the Tasman – The Australian dollar goes further in New Zealand ski fields.
International ski holidays - Book now and try the smaller, less famous resorts.
Borrow as much ski gear as you can – Hiring ski gear can add quite a bit to the price of your
holiday. If you ski regularly, buy your gear during pre and post season sales.
Go off peak -
Better value deals for skiing Australia are in September. Overseas prices are
lowest before Christmas and early January as well as March/April.
Book early, this is a good one to remember for next season!
Launched by NRMA Publishing, Way2go travel magazine is on sale nationally at all newsagents
and Coles supermarkets. Way2go also has an informative and interactive website at
Media Enquiries: Lisa Kable 0439 133 113
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