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 christie@snowymountains.com.au

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

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Email: snacksandsuitcasespodcast@gmail.com 

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