sarahctravels

Moving to Utah was supposed to be the ultimate winter dream. We had the location, the gear, and the season passes. Then, the unthinkable happened: the kids told us they hated skiing. 😅🙃🤪 After a slight scare (and a lot of deep breaths), we realized we didn’t have a "kid" problem; we had a "strategy" problem. We’ve since turned their perspectives around, and now skiing is the highlight of our week. If you’re planning a family ski getaway, here is the "long game" blueprint for raising lifelong skiers without losing your sanity. 1. Get the Gear Right: The Chest-Height Rule Confidence on the slopes starts with the right fit. A common mistake is buying skis "to grow into," but skis that are too long are heavy and impossible for a child to  • For Beginners: The skis should come up to their chest . This shorter length makes it much easier to turn and stop. • For Intermediates: Aim for the chin . • The "No" Zone: If the skis reach the...