Why a skiing trip is the ideal vacation for singles

You’d think that summer is an ideal playground for singles. Bare skin, sultry nights and the idea that everything just happens naturally. But those who dismiss a skiing trip as too cold or too tame, miss what really happens in the mountains. Everything is more compact, direct, and surprisingly social there. People move together, see each other again and again and more easily let go of their daily inhibitions. That’s exactly what makes a skiing trip stand out as a singles vacation. Read on to find out more.

Week 11 for yourself

Week 11 is known as a week in which people consciously take a step back from their daily lives to go skiing. You’re away from your usual environment, without the social control of home. At the same time, you’re not in an international bubble, but among many fellow compatriots, which makes contact familiar and easy. Conversations start more easily, with a familiar sense of humor and more chance of an easy connection. Not everyone considers this as a plus, but in fact it does increase the chance of a pleasant encounter.

The steady rhythm works to your advantage

Going skiing dictates a daily structure. Skiing, drinks, food, après-ski. Everyone moves at the same pace and in the same places. As a result, you see the same people several times a day, which creates a natural recognition and a deeper connection. A first conversation doesn’t immediately have to lead to anything. Things can be picked up tomorrow, or later in the day. Tension builds through repetition.

No social control, but visibility

You’re away from your own social life. Nobody knows your role, background or relationship status. That gives you freedom in behavior and attitude. At the same time, you’re in a compact environment where everyone sees each other. That combination creates an open atmosphere. People are approachable, but don’t immediately disappear from view. This makes contact clear and less fleeting.

Ideal for groups, so very social too

Skiing is ideal for group travel. Colleagues, friends or mixed groups visibly move around the area, lowering the barrier between groups. You’re standing next to each other at the bar, share tables in restaurants and run into each other again and again. Groups create natural connections. A comment about the slopes, an offered drink or waiting at the ski lift together quickly leads to conversation.

Après ski: going out without age limits

Après ski is going out like many people used to, but for all ages. Music, crowds, standing together and talking together. No club culture with barriers or expectations, but a social setting where everyone participates. Even if you’re forty plus and consider yourself too old to “go out”, après ski feels logical and relaxed. You’re not an outsider, you’re just participating.

So yes, you could wait till summer. Or you could take your chance now. Text your friends, gather your ski gear and go to the snow.