Have the right equipment on the ski slopes Equipment Ski helmet 1 Ski goggles 1 OU 2 If you have special goggles for whiteout days, don t forget to pack them, they can always come in handy. Take 2 pairs of goggles: great if one pair breaks or fogs up! Gloves, mittens 2 1 pair + 1 spare to leave in your backpack Neck warmer, snood 1 Very important: the neck is often where the cold gets in! Backpack 1 You can keep one always ready for skiing (with shovel, probe, avalanche beacon, spare gloves and other useful things) and 1 for going out, travel, etc. Back protector 1 Shovel 1 Can be used to build igloos, make toboggan runs, etc. Probe 1 For freeriding lovers Avalanche beacon 1 For freeriding lovers Vêtements Ski/snowboard jacket 1 2 if they have different technical features, this will also let you leave one to dry if necessary Ski/snowboard liner jacket 1 If you have one Ski/snowboard trousers 1/2 if they are different, or to let a pair dry Base layer, ski underwear 6 Ideally, 1 per day. But you could get by with only 3 or 4. Mid layer, fleece or other material 2 to 4 Used for skiing and for après-ski. Technical leggings, base layer for legs Ski socks or tights 1 OU 2 6 pairs Best solution? Have 2 pairs with a good level of warmth and 1 a little less warm.
Have the right equipment on the ski slopes Ski gear Skis Ski boots Ski poles Snowboard Snowboard boots Take them in a ski bag, that will make your life so much easier! And have you thought about the boot bag? very handy to carry your boots! Put them in the ski bag, and off you go! Same about the snowboard bag Same advice: think about the boots bag
Don t forget your apres-ski gear! For the apres-ski, the house and the nights out Hat(s) 1 / 2 Sunglasses 1 pair Trousers 2 1 pair for going out, e.g. jeans 1 pair of comfortable trousers of your choice: leggings, jogging bottoms or other Jumper 1 / 2 Depending on the number of fleeces you pack, you could take 1 or 2 «smarter» jumpers T-shirts or tops 6 For around the house and for going out Pair of shoes 1 Comfortable and warm, if possible with studded soles to avoid slipping. Don t take too much with you, choose a pair that can be used for everything (travel, chalet, evenings) Slippers 1 Thick socks would also do the trick and take up less space Pyjamas 1 / 2 Underwear (knickers/pants) 8 Bras 3 / 4 Don t forget the sports bra Pairs of socks 8 Including 2 pairs for travelling (there and back) Children For equipment and clothing, the same as for grown-ups Cuddly toys 1,2,3... or 10! Cuddly toys 1,2,3... or 10! Bodysuits 10 Including 2 for travelling Sleep suit, pyjamas 3 or 8 If you dress your baby during the day, only take 3 sets of pyjamas. Otherwise, put them all in and forget about the trousers. Tights, leggings 6 Trousers 2 or 3 Polaires, pulls 2 or 3 Choose warm and comfortable ones: jogging bottoms, velour or fleece trousers. Socks 6 pairs Always useful, even if you dress them in tights. sleeping bag 2 For cosy nights Ski suit 1 Sunglasses Hat(s) 2 Gloves 1 pair 1 pair
Practical items In your toiletries bag and first aid kit Toiletries bag The essentials Toothbrush Toothpaste Soap or shower gel Shampoo, conditioner if you use it Face and body moisturising cream Hair brush Optional extras Perfume Make-up Make-up remover Nail clippers (can also be useful for first aid) Tweezers (can also be useful for first aid) Deodorant Razor Shaving cream Sun cream Cotton pads (also useful for babies) soap/shampoo Ultra-moisturising cream for baby s fragile skin Cotton pads Changing lotion or wipes Saline solution A few non-woven compresses Use baby s soap for the whole family e.g. cream with cold cream Even if you take wipes, they are always useful for cleaning the face or other parts You re on holiday, let yourself use wipes, especially so you can go out with the baby, they are very handy. In addition, you can pick up ones that are organic and fully biodegradable, no there is no need to worry. For runny noses, stinging eyes, etc. To clean all types of skin and for little injuries
Practical items In your toiletries bag and first aid kit First aid kit Antipyretic /painkiller Antiseptic wipes Arnica cream for the grown-ups Plasters For injuries, bad back, muscles that need warming up, etc. Lightweight, convenient and easy to carry Great for all muscular pains as well as for knocks and bumps For cuts, grazes and blisters Thermometer Antipyretic / painkiller Arnica granules such as paracetamol or advil, in liquid or suppository form Doses or granules, perfect for muscular pains, bumps and bruises
Practical items For the flat Equipment for the apartment Liquid detergent Dishcloth 1 or 2 Bed linen, if not provided in your rental Bath towel Washing-up liquid Sponge to wash if necessary, helps you avoid overpacking or taking too many clothes but can also save the day! Bed sheets, duvet covers, pillowcases Ask first as it is often possible to rent them on site Ask first as it is often possible to rent them on site Ground coffee 1 pack, you can always buy more once you re there Coffee filters Teabags Bottle brush for cleaning out baby bottles Milk and bottles Nappies Special spoons Pushchair carrier Inflatable bath At least 1 packet, you can always buy more over there if your baby is already eating You will most likely be able to hire one over there Ergonomic baby carrier or backpack, very convenient for places where you can t get a pushchair through Ask first as it is often possible to hire them on site A must-have if you are not sure whether you will have your own bath
Holidays extras For the flat Games Take car games and kill one bird with two stones! Books, magazines Camera Tablet PC with films SD cards Music Phone Chargers for all of these devices Special baby/children The nightlight Pour la voiture Snow chains A brush to get snow off the car Ice scraper A shovel Like the one used for skiing, with a removable handle to take up less space To clear away snow you never know! Survival blanket