Snow Much Fun: Planning the Perfect Family Ski Vacation

02/02/23 • 35 min

Pile on the mittens, snow-pants, and boots, because this episode we're hitting the slopes! Whether you're an avid skier or you've never set foot on a mountain, this episode will help you to dream up and plan the ideal family ski vacation. You'll hear from everyone from parents to Olympic skiers about the value and joy of skiing with your children. By the end of the episode, you'll be ready to strap in and start carving up the snow!

This episode is brought to you by Esprit, the UK's Number One family ski holiday company! They're celebrating 40 years of helping families make unforgettable memories together on the slopes. Learn more at www.espritski.com.

Here are the highlights you can expect this episode:

Mama Knows Best
The first segment is chock full of wisdom from an experienced ski mom - Sarah Barrell, a Senior Editor at National Geographic Traveller. Sarah shares advice from her personal experience on when and how to start teaching your kids to ski, pro tips on how to book the best ski vacation - whether you've been on one before or not - and even how to add a little 'beach' time to your ski vacation to get the best of both worlds!

Find Sarah at www.sarahbarrell.com or on Twitter @TravelBarrell!

Pro Talk: Interview with Ollie Davies
In this segment, you'll hear an exclusive interview with Olympic ski crosser Ollie Davies - recorded live from the chairlift! Ollie shares the journey of how he went from a young skier on Esprit family trips to the Olympics, as well as advice on how, why, and when to take your kids skiing.

Find Ollie on Instagram @olliedavies_skicross!

Bedtime Story
In this mesmerizing and sentimental final segment, hear Aaron narrate a soothing bedtime story about his family's own journey and his daughter's growth from a tumbling toddler to a whip-fast, black-diamond skier - with plenty of board games, hot chocolate, and family memories in between.

Let us help you go further.
Brought to you by www.familytraveller.com, the global voice of authority on family travel, each episode offers in-depth expert advice and all the know-how family travellers like you need to make the most of your time away.
Find out more about Esprit and start planning your next - or first! - family ski vacation at www.espritski.com.
The adventure doesn't stop when you have kids. It's just the beginning.
Hosted by Aaron Millar, award-winning travel writer and dad of two.

Like travel? Have kids? You’re in the right place.
Find out more:
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@familytraveller
Produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry:
www.armchair-productions.com

Here are the highlights you can expect this episode:

Find Sarah at www.sarahbarrell.com or on Twitter @TravelBarrell!

Find Ollie on Instagram @olliedavies_skicross!

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Exploring Canada's Capital: Sleeping with Wolves, Zip Lining to Quebec and the Ultimate Ottawa Weekend for Families

This episode we are exploring a fun and unique family travel destination: the capital of Canada – Ottawa. We sleep with wolves, go on a hunt for the best ice-cream (and an escaped skunk), zip-line between two provinces and skate on the longest skating rink in the world.
Mama Knows Best
We join Julie Findlay, writer of award-winning blog ‘Momma in the Know’, the ideal person to take us on a perfect family weekend in Ottawa, filling us in on the best museums, hotels, neighborhoods, restaurants, ice cream and more.
Don’t Take Our Word For It
We’re throwing the kids in with the wolves. Well, kind of ... We’re joined by Keira, 11, and Cailin, 14, as they tell us about a truly unique experience sleeping with the wolves at Ottawa’s best wildlife experience Parc Omega.
Families Asking Questions
Who’s the best person to ask questions for a family podcast? Kids, of course! Two kids show up our presenters in an interview with a wildlife expert from Parc Omega. Want to know what to do with a runaway skunk and how a bison beats a snowstorm? You’re in the right place.
Bedtime Story
Brace yourself. Local writer Laura Paquet, author of the Ottawa Road Trips blog, takes us step-by-step on zip-line ride across the Ottawa River. It’s the only zip line in the world that crosses two provinces from Ottawa to Quebec and is the best way to see both cities in a single spectacular trip. We also hear about the best day trips and weekends away from Ottawa’s capital.

Let us help you go further.
Brought to you by www.familytraveller.com, the global voice of authority on family travel, each episode offers in-depth expert advice and all the know-how family travellers like you need to make the most of your time away.
Find out more about our new favourite Canadian city by visiting our friends at Ottawa Tourism
The adventure doesn't stop when you have kids. It's just the beginning.
Hosted by Katie Bowman, mum and editor of Family Traveller magazine, and Aaron Millar, award-winning travel writer and dad of two.

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Dream Sleeps: Bucket List Hotels 2023

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The adventure doesn't stop when you have kids. It's just the beginning.
Hosted by Aaron Millar, award-winning travel writer and dad of two, the Family Traveller podcast is designed to help you get the most out of your time together. Whether you’re planning your next trip, or just dreaming of what might be round the corner, join us for good conversation, expert insight and a lot of fun along the way.

Like travel? Have kids? You’re in the right place.
This episode is brought to you by Kenwood Travel. They are masters of the art of escape – and they should be! Kenwood have been crafting great value luxury holidays to the world’s most desirable locations for over 45 years. Find out more and speak with one of their travel experts about booking your next dream sleep at www.kenwoodtravel.co.uk.

Find out more:
www.familytraveller.com
@familytraveller
Produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry:
www.armchair-productions.com