If this is your first time to hit the snowy slopes you can rest assured that you're in good hands with Coveyski.com - from straightforward booking to handing your skis back at the end of the week and boarding the plane to come home.

Here is some handy advice to help you make the most of your first ski trip.

Before you go
Before you head off on your ski trip, you will need to get kitted out with the right gear. Check out our What to Bring List for ideas. First time skiers often borrow or rent their ski clothing.

Your first day 
Once you arrive at the beginner slopes you'll be introduced to your English speaking ski instructor who will show you how to stand and walk in your new skis and will be teaching you how to ski for the remainder of the week.

The rest of the week 
Most people find the first day or two a little tiring and you'll discover muscles you never knew you had. However as the week goes on and, with plenty of apres ski activity, you'll find yourself making real progress.

Checklist For Skiing Abroad

Bringing the right gear is really important: being comfortable and dry on the slopes is a lot more fun than getting wet! Check out our tips and advice below.

Hats & Headwear
As 40% of your body's heat can be lost through your head a good quality hat is an essential item to have on the slopes.

Jacket
Invest in a good jacket. This will offer warmth and protection. Try to make sure your jacket is not too heavy, to allow ease of movement. It must also be windproof and waterproof.

Gloves / Mittens
A good pair of gloves or mittens are essential for happy skiing.

Salopettes / Trousers
Trousers and salopettes must also be windproof and waterproof. Saloppettes are a type of trouser for skiing, generally they come up higher on the waist and have shoulder straps.
 
Thick Socks
Looking after your feet can be very important. Thick socks will ensure that your feet are warm and comfortable for your entire holiday.

Under layers
A few thin layers of clothing under your jacket will serve you better than one thick one. The air between the layers will act as insulation. You can also remove a layer if you feel too warm during the day. The layer next to the skin should preferably be of polypropylene or cotton, this will draw the moisture from the body outwards.

Sunglasses
Dark, sturdy, unbreakable glasses and goggles will cut out the glare and protect your eyes from wind and snow blindness. Goggles offer best protection when it is snowing while sunglasses are ideal for sunny mild weather.

Sun Cream & Lip Salve
As UV levels are higher on the slopes due to the reflective effect of the snow, a high factor sun cream and lip salve are necessary. Even though it doesn’t feel hot, you can get burnt very easily.