Family Snow Trips: The Ultimate Guide to Gear, Packing & Keeping Kids Happy

Thinking about a snow holiday with your kids but not sure where to start? In this episode of Snacks and Suitcases, host Sally Stanton is joined by snow guru, fellow ex-snow reporter, and mum of two Christie Hampton. Christie has spent years living and working in ski resorts around the world and now calls the Snowy Mountains home. Christie shares her top tips for planning a smooth and fun family ski trip  You’ll learn: What age kids should start skiing (and when to wait) What snow gear to rent vs buy The truth about ski school (and why you should “drop and run”) Pocket snacks, hot chocolate hacks & high-value bribery How to choose the right Aussie ski resort—budget or bougie Plus: genius tips like dress rehearsals, air tags, and carabiners for chaos control From Perisher to Thredbo, Charlotte Pass and even to Japan’s powdery slopes, this episode is your ultimate guide to snow trips with little ones in tow. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Family Skiing Adventures 01:58 Christy's Journey in the Snow Industry 06:12 Building Resilience Through Skiing 12:06 Preparing for Your First Snow Holiday 16:42 Choosing the Right Age for Kids to Ski 21:20 Finding the Best Ski Resorts for Families 28:39 Luxurious Ski Holiday Destinations 29:30 Exploring Niseko: A Family Ski Destination 32:10 The Apres Ski Scene: Fun Beyond the Slopes 33:35 Activities Off the Slopes: Keeping Kids Engaged 36:46 Skiing with Kids: Tips and Hacks for Parents 46:21 Budget-Friendly Ski Holidays: Planning for Families 52:41 Preparing Kids for Skiing: Building Excitement 54:25 Final Thoughts: The Joy of Family Ski Trips Contact Christie via [email protected] OR @snowymountainsnsw Topics we mentioned Tourism Snowy Mountains Snow books for kids Corin Forest Charlotte Pass Perisher Ski Resort Thredbo Wild Brumby Distillery Prince Hirafutei Hotel Niseko Livigno Ski Resort Italy Thank you so much for listening. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or tips of your own via Instagram @snacksandsuitcasespodcast @sallynanamis Facebook Email: [email protected]  Subscribe, rate and share with a friend who is dreaming of snow fun with their fam! AND... Don't forget your snacks!