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If you’ve never heard of Kicking Horse Ski Resort in British Columbia, it’s not surprising.

That’s because Kicking Horse Ski Resort (formerly known as Whitetooth Ski Area) is the first four-season ski resort to open in the Rocky Mountain region in 25 years. In recent years, the Kicking Horse Ski area has grown from a modest ski slope to a world-class resort.

Visitors to Kicking Horse Ski Resort can’t help but rave about the monumental powder season dumps, massive vertical terrain and laid-back atmosphere guaranteed to make you wonder why it took you so long to find this snow haven.

Of course, paradise always comes at a price.

Fortunately, I’ve put together a number of tips to help you save money on your next Kicking Horse Ski vacation.

Tip #1: Avoid Booking Your Kicking Horse Ski Resort Vacation During Major Holidays

While it’s often more convenient to flee the cities during major holidays, it pays to be flexible on your chosen days. This is because accommodation prices often skyrocket during big holidays and drop again right after. Booking your accommodation, flights, and lift tickets well in advance at Kicking Horse Ski Resort can give you time to figure out the best times to go.

Tip #2: Book your accommodation at Kicking Horse Ski Resort directly with the owners

Sure, you could stay in a hotel. But consider booking your Kicking Horse ski accommodation directly with the owners and you’ll avoid unnecessary middle-agent fees and taxes, while often paying a cheaper nightly rate.

Plus, you’ll experience Kicking Horse Ski Area from the comfort of a fully furnished condo, complete with equipped kitchen, television, and other amenities included. And don’t forget that most landlords have free parking, while most rental managers and hotels have additional parking fees per night.

Tip #3: Share the cost and invite a friend (or two) to Kicking Horse Ski Resort

You’ve probably heard that two’s company and three’s a crowd. But the total price of your reservation drops dramatically if you decide to share the cost of your Kicking Horse ski accommodation with a few other friends. Getting a larger property and adding two extra people could save you a few hundred dollars spreading the cost. Plus, what’s a ski resort vacation without a few friends to experience it with?

Tip #4 – Pack the entertainment

Keeping the kids entertained between ski runs can be an expensive affair. Movie and TV rentals are generally a fail-safe alternative to dating. But you should also pack a number of fun alternatives to help out in slow periods, like some classic board games or a deck of cards. After all, there’s nothing like a night of Scrabble or Trivial Pursuit after a day exploring the Kicking Horse Ski Area.

Tip #5 Prepare your own meals

This is a killer. Eating out is generally considered one of the quickest ways to burn a hole in your wallet. The easiest alternative is to book your Kicking Horse ski accommodation directly and use your fully equipped kitchen to prepare some of your meals afterwards. Don’t you have much of a chef? Don’t worry, try looking up some simple recipes online before you go and you will be surprised. (In a good way).

Tip #6 Look for promotions in brochures and tourist flyers at Kicking Horse Ski Resort

As you wander the streets and explore the shops at Kicking Horse Ski Resort, keep an eye out for helpful guidebooks and maps that often include discount coupons for various activities and restaurants. At the end of your trip, you could end up saving a worthwhile amount.

Tip #7 Buy a Snowmax card

If you’re a resident of BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba, you can choose a Snowmax card for worthwhile savings. The card comes loaded with 4 free days at Panorama or Kicking Horse Ski Resort (you can split the days however you like). Then, for the rest of the season, you continue to get $15 off future lift tickets.