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Ski Holidays at Half Term
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- Heaps of activities for kids
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February half term skiing holidays are the best time to hit the slopes for families. Here, you can take advantage of some great snow and let little ones join in the fun with heaps of kid-friendly activities (sledging, anyone?)
To get your search started, pop your date as ‘half-term’ and use the 'family' filter; that way, we'll only show you the top family-friendly ski resorts for half-term.
Want to talk it through? Call us! Our super-friendly team will help you find the best half term skiing resorts to suit your family and your budget.
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Where to head for the best February Half Term ski resorts?
- On a Les Menuires February half term ski holiday, you can have your cake and eat it. Even though it's one of France's quieter ski resorts for half term, you'll still have access to the largest linked ski area in the world - Les Trois Vallées, with 600km of piste to explore.
- La Thuile is great for escaping the crowds. With Italian schools not breaking up for the February half term, pistes here stay a lot quieter than other areas of Europe.
- Flaine in France is very popular with families, with tons of activities both on and off the slopes to get stuck into. There are also heaps of ski-in ski-out accommodations available, which is ideal when you have young children with you.
- Wengen in Switzerland is perfect if you're seeking something a bit different. This charming, car-free ski resort is only reachable by train; children will love riding up into the mountains on the traditional railway, and you'll enjoy the stunning views of the Matterhorn.
Most Popular Half Term Ski Holidays
Bansko, Bulgaria
One of Bulgaria's most popular ski resorts, the charming village of Bansko boasts wide and varied pistes with a low price tag making it great for half term ski bargains. Come here for great value and fantastic skiing for newbies and daredevils alike.
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La Massana, Andorra
Half term at La Massana = bright bluebird days on gentle slopes. A quiet alternative to neighbouring Arinsal and Pas de la Casa, this is a fab pick for feb half term ski deals, especially for beginners and intermediate seeking cruisy blues and easy reds.
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FAQs about half term ski holidays
Your questions answered by our half term ski holiday expert
Alexander Blunt (Co-Founder)
What’s the best ski resorts to book for a half term ski holiday?
Austria, France, Italy, Switzerland, and Norway all offer fantastic family-friendly fun, varied slopes, and excellent snow totals in February, making them the perfect destinations for a half term ski trip.
Where is the best skiing during February half term in Europe?
The vast Three Valleys ski area and the resort of Avoriaz in the French Alps are an excellent choice for those seeking varied slopes, ski-in/ski-out accommodations, and impressive snow totals.
What ski resorts are best to book for a snow-sure February half term ski holiday?
Tignes, Val Thorens, and Sölden’s high-altitude peaks make them ideal for snow-sure skiing at half term, and typically offer excellent snow coverage well into the Easter ski holidays too. If you fancy your half term ski holiday a little further off-piste, we recommend checking out Norway and Finland too for some epic high-altitude glacier skiing!
If in doubt, use our ‘high-altitude’ filter during your search to ensure you pick a resort with plenty of snow coverage.
What are the best beginner’s ski resorts for half term?
Obergurgl ski resort in Austria, Alpe d’Huez, Les Arcs, and La Plagne in France, and Passo Tonale in Italy, all make great choices for beginner-friendly half term ski holidays. With their gentle nursery slopes, excellent ski schools, and heaps of green and blue runs, it’s the perfect pick for anyone looking to book their first family ski holiday or wanting to build up some slope-side confidence.
What are the best family ski resorts for half term?
La Plagne and Les Gets in the French Alps are packed with family fun during half term. Let kids run wild in the dedicated children’s areas after their ski school lessons, and pick from a wide range of family-friendly accommodations, including self-catered, bed & breakfast, and half board, all within reach of the slopes.
Are ski resorts generally busy at half term?
Yes, ski resorts tend to be busy during the February half term, as kids are on break from school. This makes this the peak time for ski holidays, with many families taking advantage. If you're looking to go skiing during the half term holiday, we recommend booking early, especially if you're after ski hire or ski lessons.
That being said, there are many ways to dodge the crowds during the school holidays, including opting for a lesser-known resort or ski destination. To learn more, read our half term ski holiday hacks blog here.
Why book at ski holiday during half term?
Skiing at half term is the perfect blend of snowy slopes and time away from school for families, offering parents and kids the ideal opportunity to travel together and experience the mountains. Other times of year include the Easter ski holidays, Christmas ski holidays, and New Year's Eve.
What's the best way to plan a half term ski holiday with kids?
Plan early. This secures you the best deals on accommodation, flights, ski passes, and ensures you book any ski hire or ski lessons in advance, as these can become competitive at the last minute.
Should I pre-book ski lessons for half term ski holidays?
Yes, with kids out of school, demand is high, and availability in ski school and for ski lessons fills up quickly. Save yourself the stress by booking your ski lessons well in advance. We also recommend doing the same with ski rental. For more top tips for half-term ski holiday planning, read our blog here.
Should I book in advance for a half term ski holiday?
Absolutely. Half term is among the busiest times on the slopes, which means flights, accommodation, lift passes, ski rentals, and ski lessons fill up fast. Booking early guarantees better prices and availability, with last-minute options being rare and (likely) more expensive than other times of the ski season. For recommendations on the best half term ski holidays, click here.
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Blogs about half term ski resorts
Best places to go for a half term ski holiday
Planning a February half-term ski holiday? With plenty of snow on the slopes and kids' activities galore in the resorts, skiing at half-term is one of the best times for family mountain fun.
Sarah Cramer
8 May, 2025
1 min read
5 of the best half term ski resorts in Austria
Snowy high altitudes, warm and welcoming alpine villages, big ski areas, and crisp apple strudels… these are just a few of our favourite things about half term ski breaks in Austria.
Phoebe Hewitt
14 Mar, 2025
1 min read
5 of the best half term ski resorts in Italy
Are you looking to whisk la famiglia away on the best half term skiing holiday this February? If so, let us tell you: the snowy slopes of Italia are hard to beat!
Phoebe Hewitt
11 Mar, 2025
1 min read
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