Trip Prep

Budget the following: (SFr = CHF = Swiss franc)

• Roundtrip train from Geneva to Verbier: CHF 118 (US $95)
• 6-day (all four valleys) ski pass: CHF 324 (US $260)
• Hotel 7 nights: CHF 900 (US $720)

Things to be thinking about:

1. Passport. Make sure it's current. Make a photocopy and bring along in case of loss.

2. Luggage. Generally you are allowed ONE checked bag and ONE ski bag. You can only take ONE pair of skis in a bag. Checked bags are limited to 50 pounds without fee. Think light.

3. Credit Card(s). Many companies are charging extra 3% foreign purchase transaction fee. This is applied to every transaction. Some cards like Capital One waive this fee .. so may be time to pick up a new card.