There's nothing more annoying than starting your skiing holiday by shelling out for a new pair of sunglasses because you left yours at home. We've come up with a quick checklist of the basics you should have with you. Print it off and pin it to the kitchen wall.
- Skis, poles and boots
- Ski jacket and pants
- Socks, underwear and thermals
- Gloves (both ski and woollen for around the resort) hat and scarf
- Sunglasses and goggles
- SPF 15 suncream, lipsalve, total block cream
- Rucksack/Backpack
- Boots that have soles with a good grip for walking around the resort
- Photos for lift pass
- Something to read (for the airport and plane)
- First aid kit containing:
- Any regular medication you need
- Painkillers eg paracetamol (especially for those hangovers...)
- Anti-inflammatories, eg Ibuprofen
- Elasticated bandages
- Sticking plasters
- Re-hydration powders (see above re hangovers)
- Tape
- Scissors
- Safety pins
- Contraceptives (you never know...)
- Passport
- Travel documents
- Credit cards
- Travellers' cheques
- Local currency
- Insurance documents
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