Avid skiers know that there is nothing quite like the feeling of carving through fresh powder. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced snowboarder, a ski trip is an exciting opportunity to enjoy the thrills of the slopes. However, before you can enjoy the slopes, you need to purchase your lift tickets. Although it may be tempting to wait until you arrive at the mountain, there are several advantages to buying your lift tickets in advance.

GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR TIME ON THE MOUNTAIN WITH OUR PRO TIPS. [PHOTO CREDIT: JONATHAN KNEPPER]
ENJOY MORE TIME ON THE SLOPES WHEN YOU PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE! [PHOTO CREDIT: ETHAN WALSWEER]

Foremost, it’s a great way to save money. The further in advance the tickets are purchased, the more likely it is that there will be better prices available. This allows skiers and snowboarders to save money while still enjoying the same quality experience they would have otherwise. Not only will you find lower prices, but many resorts offer special discounts for early bookings—such as discounted group rates, family packages, and more.

Booking in advance also gives you more flexibility when planning your trip. You’ll have plenty of time to coordinate with family and friends about any activities or events that might come up during your stay. Also, many resorts allow cancellations up to 24 hours before the scheduled event, so if something comes up that prevents you from attending, you don't have to worry about losing your entire purchase or having it go to waste.

All things considered, buying lift tickets before your next ski trip is a great way to make sure that your time on the slopes is both fun and convenient so you're ready to get out there with minimal fuss and maximum enjoyment!

Remember, there are a variety of factors to consider when purchasing lift tickets, but the most important is the number of days you'll be hitting the slopes and your overall travel budget.

Considering season passes? If you're only planning on skiing or riding for a few days, then it might make sense to just buy lift tickets for those days. However, if you're planning on spending more time on the mountain, then a season pass might be a better option.

Ultimately, it's important to weigh all your options and do your research—but Natural Retreats has got you covered! (See our full list below.)

 

IF YOU'RE PLANNING ON SPENDING MORE TIME ON THE MOUNTAIN, CONSIDER SEASON PASSES. [PHOTO CREDIT: COREY SCHWARZ]
ONCE YOU'VE PURCHASED YOUR LIFT TICKETS, IT'S TIME TO BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS WITH NATURAL RETREATS. [PHOTO CREDIT: NR WEBDAM]

Here is a list of our ski destinations and links to purchase tickets in advance:

Deer Valley Resort - Park City

Opens Dec. 2

Tickets and Passes

Park City Mountain - Park City

Opens Nov. 17

Tickets and Passes

Big Sky Resort - Big Sky

Opens Nov. 22

Tickets and Passes

Breckenridge Ski Resort - Breckenridge

Opens Nov. 10

Tickets and Passes

Keystone Ski Resort - Breckenridge

Opens in October (depending on snow)

Tickets and Passes

Mammoth Mountain - Mammoth Lakes

Opens Nov. 10

Tickets and Passes

Palisades Ski Resort - Lake Tahoe

Opens Nov. 22

Tickets and Passes

Northstar Ski Resort - Lake Tahoe

Opens Nov. 17

Tickets and Passes

Sun Valley Ski Resort - Sun Valley

Opens Nov. 17

Tickets and Passes

Taos Ski Valley - Taos

Opens mid-November

Tickets and Passes

Once you've purchased your lift tickets and planned your ski route, it's time to book your accommodations. Natural Retreats makes booking your vacation home easy and convenient so you can focus on what matters most—enjoying your time on the slopes!

From cozy ski condos to luxury mountain chalets, we have stunning ski homes to suit every need and taste in iconic ski destinations around the United States. So don't wait—book with Natural Retreats today!

Already planning your trip? Share your best ski moments with us by tagging @naturalretreats on social media. See you on the mountain!