Five après-ski activities you have to try!

As much as we love skiing, slaloming down steep slopes, getting goggle marks and taking tumbles, we have to admit that we much prefer the idea of skiing to the activity itself! Wrapping up in our onesies, layering our cool ski gear over the top, enjoying warm mulled cider at the top of the mountain and building snowmen beats faceplanting a mound of packed snow any day! Why bother skiing the pistes when there’s so much to do and see back at the chalet? Beyond the slopes there lies a host of fantastic winter après-ski activities just waiting for you to try. If your legs are aching from a good few days of skiing or you’re just keen to make the most of your time in the mountains, take a break and enjoy one of these après-ski activities…

 

Sledging

You’re never to old to cram yourself into a sledge and throw yourself down a hill – it’s like skiing on your bottom (which is more or less how we ski anyway)! You’ll find that most ski resorts have slopes reserved for sledging and that they will provide traditional sledges for you to borrow. Not only will you be able to take in the sights as you would do when skiing, but you can enjoy the experience with a friend as you both weave your way around others and through snowy pine-filled forests. You might get to the bottom quickly but you’ll be able to whiz back up to the top in no time. Make sure you keep your onesie on for extra warmth!

 

Sleigh ride

Sleighs aren’t reserved for Father Christmas and Snow Queens alone, you know. What better way is there to enjoy the local scenery and tour the mountains than by sleigh? There’s no other way we’d rather travel. Snuggle up in your onesie and mittens and be sure to bring your camera as you cross over snow-covered fields and through enchanting forests, whiling away an afternoon away from the slopes before heading home for a delicious, comforting meal.

 

Spa

If you gave skiing a try but it’s simply not your thing or if you’re just feeling a little battered and bruised after a couple of days or hardcore skiing, perhaps its time you visited one of the local spas. Heated swimming pools and jacuzzis, steam rooms and saunas – you could spend hours relaxing and pampering yourself. If you’re lucky you might even find that the spa boasts an outdoor jacuzzi that will allow you to make the most of a spectacular view while in your bathing suit and keeping warm! Unfortunately we recommend that the onesie comes off while you enjoy this particular activity, but be sure to have it ready and waiting for extra comfort when you leave.

 

Ice-skating

If you’re good at skiing then you’re probably going to be good at ice-skating too, so why not give it a try? You can’t ski in the dark but ice rinks are usually well lit and stay open relatively late, so you can skate into the early hours, practicing your pirouettes and jumps. Ice skating is also a great way to work on your balance and technique before you hit the slopes so if you’re a newbie not quite ready to take on the mountainside, why not work up the courage by spending a few hours whizzing around a rink?

 

Shopping

While most ski resorts will boast fantastic Christmas markets, you’ll find that even out of season the markets are worth exploring. As you wander your way through the stalls sipping on hot chocolate or mulled wine, keep an eye out for interesting local restaurants or intriguing bars and make a pit-stop before you start making your way home. After all, you are on holiday and with your onesie on underneath your ski-gear you’ll stay warm and cosy for hours!

 

A skiing holiday definitely isn’t just about the skiing. Off-the-slope activities can be just as important to your holiday. Order your après-ski all-in-one and start researching which activities you’re going to be partaking in today!