When December rolls around here in Canada, it means the beginning of winter for us.  In the Southern Hemisphere, they are entering their summer and it's the time when Early Bird Ski Package Pricing is in effect for their winter which starts in July.  In fact, for those skiers who can commit to making their "summer skiing plans" for Chile & Argentina by December 31st, can realize fantastic deals; currently 35% off on accommodation at the major ski centers. 

 

For whatever reason, we have never had anyone book before the beginning of the year yet; probably because it is so hard for us to get our heads around the metrics.  However, when we book for Europe and Japan, we normally start taking expressions of interest in April/May and that's usually 8 to 9 months out and that feels normal [to us.]

 

So, are you interested in skiing in South America next summer?  If so, this is the time for you to "express your interest" in the ski excursion.  And, don't worry about losing your summer to winter, it's only for 2 weeks or so, so you won't sacrifice the whole summer to get on the snow again and enjoy all the benefits of getting yourself in shape to ski for the following winter.

 

It always feels like a "long way back" for the ski legs when you let them go for 8 or 9 months without hitting the snow.  But, 2 weeks on snow in the summer makes the return to the slopes smooth and seamless.