nib Travel’s essential tips for ski travel

nib Travel’s essential tips for ski travel
Edited by Travel Weekly


As the number of travellers looking to ski in Australia and New Zealand increases, nib Travel provides essential tips to help them plan their winter adventures.

“Whether you’re a seasoned skier or hitting the slopes for the first time, it’s crucial to consider being prepared,” general manager, Dylan Wilkinson, said.

“With nib travel insurance policies, travellers have the option to add snow sports cover, meaning snow enthusiasts can focus on enjoying their trip knowing we’ll be able to assist if things don’t go to plan.”

Top 10 tip for ski travel

  • Get in shape – travellers must prepare for the winter adventure by following a regular fitness program to help build endurance and strengthen muscles.
  • Stay safe – when skiing, travellers must know their limits and stay on marked trails to keep safe, or hire a guide when going off-piste.
  • Use the right gear – incorrectly fitted gear can cause injuries, especially helmets that protect against head injury.
  • Warm up – stretching and doing light exercise better prepares skiers before hitting the slopes.
  • Check the weather – it is best to plan skiing activities accordingly to avoid hazardous conditions.
  • Health precautions – it is important for skiers to keep hydrated, take regular breaks, and be mindful of altitude sickness.
  • Be sun smart – fresh snow reflects more UV radiation than water, making sunscreen even more important.
  • Consider insurance – as with any sport, skiing comes with undeniable risks that an insurance policy can protect against.
  • Layer up – with Alpine weather being unpredictable, layering up in water repellent, slide-resistant gear that can be adjusted as needed can prove useful.
  • Bring a buddy – it is much safer to ski with a friend that can help you.

Why consider nib Travel insurance

nib Travel insurance offers essential protections with its Snow Sports Cover Option. It includes cover for snow-skiing and snowboarding (on and off-piste) on groomed and ungroomed runs and marked trails patrolled by resort authorities. It also includes back-country skiing and snowboarding, heli-skiing and cat skiing, tobogganing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and telemark skiing.

Key benefits include:

  • Overseas medical expenses
  • Medical evacuation and repatriation
  • Equipment protection
  • Trip cancellations or holiday deferment costs
  • Domestic and international coverage
  • Personal liability
  • Flexible purchase options

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