Quite often folks leave behind family members to pursue a favourite pastime of skiing. However there are more reasons to make this an inclusive family adventure for skiers and non-skiers alike. Why not bring the grandparents, aunts and uncles too! My theory when it comes to winter adventures is: the more the merrier. With so much variety in terms of accommodation and adventures, there will be a perfect fit for any family dynamic.

Accommodation Options for Multi-Generational Ski Holidays:

If you’re looking for a pure family-friendly ski resorts, our team will recommend a ski-in-out hotel or cabin on the slopes, perfect for multi-generational ski holidays. We can arrange all the skiing passes, rental and instruction you need. This doesn’t work so well for those who crave wilderness, quiet and local walks in nature. For a multi generational group, it’s best to avoid the ski in accommodation and spread the net a bit further. Even if it’s a ten minute drive down the road via car or ski bus, it leaves options open for all.

Ruka Ski Resort in Finland is ideal for multi-generational ski holidays, offering both ski-in accommodation and peaceful wilderness stays in the local area. Whether you’re skiing or enjoying non-ski activities, Ruka’s variety ensures that every family member finds something special If it’s the latter, then check out our multi-activity adventure which my family loved, combining downhill skiing with winter adventures. Including husky sledding, ice-fishing, reindeer sledding, biking and snowmobiling (in other words: We were busy!). It worked beautifully for all generations (Dad: I’m proud of you for biking to the top of the fell!).

Laura’s Top Tip for Accommodation:

Find a chalet with plenty of space for all of you to spread out. With enough bedrooms, you can keep sharing to a minimum. Some of our partners in Norway and Finland offer spacious accommodation, with great facilities and the all-important sauna. Most resorts have a ski buses for residents of the resort to use as they wish. However for greater flexibility, we can arrange car rental to connect you to the slopes.  Some of our accommodation partners have onsite restaurants – perfect if you want to avoid cooking. But this might not suit everyday, the good news is we can be flexible. We can arrange meals on arrival, half board dinners and immersive wild food dinners in the wilderness. This could be for a special celebration or final night feast (whenever you want!).

Perfect Ski School for Kids and Adults:

Let’s talk about ski school. Say your kids have never skied before, we would suggest taking them to a dry ski slope or snow dome before your family ski holiday. This gives them a chance to see if they enjoy it and get some practice in! If they have fun and enjoy, then they can join ski school when in resort. Skiing isn’t for everyone, if it’s not their thing, they can join the non-skiers on the trip for an adventure holiday. Simples. Oh and that goes for adults too of course.

Make sure you give yourself enough time:

Now we have worked out who is up for some downhill action. My next top tip is, NOT to arrange ski school any earlier than 10am on Day 1. No no no. With the best will in the world, the ski rental stations get overwhelmed and now you’re running behind, it’s stressy and sweaty. This is meant to be your holiday! My new plan of action will always be on the first morning, recover, play in the snow and a leisurely afternoon ski rental visit. Followed by ski school in the afternoon, it’s a game changer. We promise.

Family-Friendly Winter Adventures in Finland:

We packed a huge amount of winter adventures into our recent multi-generational ski holiday in Finland, ensuring everyone from grandparents to kids had a chance to check off their bucket list activities. This meant dividing the group at times (aka having a break from each other maybe). The grandparents loved the long snowmobile trip, perfect for non-skiers, while the rest of us took part in the thrilling husky sledding adventure—another great winter activity for families in Finland. We enjoyed a wondrous sledding adventure on a frozen lake and also a Santa Cottage visit. Absolute perfection. We came together as a group for reindeer sledding, ice fishing and an Arctic Night snow shoe walk. A holiday of this nature really can be fun for all!

If you’re planning a family ski trip with mixed desires for skiing, leave it to us to design the perfect multi-generational ski holiday in Finland. We’ll help you choose the best family ski resort and tailor the ideal adventure for everyone, from skiing to non-skiing activities.

If you love the sound of our Ruka adventure, take a look here for a simple itinerary. Remember we can tailor anything to your preferences. Have a look at this Ski and Winter Activity tour here!