Are you worried your ski vacation to Fernie, Canada will break the bank? Are you afraid to pull together your budget and stare at the potential cold, hard, numbers? Fear not, we've collected some sure fire tips and information to save you cash on your Fernie accommodation, activities, Fernie lift tickets, and more.

Tip #1 - Book Your Trip Early

If you know exactly when you’re like to have your vacation, booking your vacation far in advance can often score you early bird savings. If you’re flying, try to leave in the middle of the week as most people prefer the weekend and prices are correspondingly higher. Reserving your Fernie accommodation in advance can also allow for cheaper nightly rates, especially if you’re flexible by even a few days.

Tip #2 - Book Your Fernie Accommodation Directly with Owners

Booking your Fernie accommodation directly with homeowners and small companies saves you money by hacking away layers of middle agent fees. As well, most owners do not charge the non-refundable 10% British Columbia hotel tax, and rates are quoted for the maximum sleeping capacity of the property, not per person.

Tip #3 - Lofts Or Dens Can Also Be Bedrooms In Your Fernie Accommodation

Did you know that lofts and dens can often serve as comfortable bedrooms? Don't rule out this option, because booking a 2 bed home with a loft, rather than a 3 bedroom home, can save you thousands of dollars.

Tip #4 – Share The Cost By Inviting Your Friends

When searching for your Fernie accommodation, consider inviting a good friend, another family or favorite family member! Getting a bigger property and adding an extra two people can save you a few hundred dollars by spreading the cost among more people. This is especially effective true if the larger property is almost the same price as the slightly smaller one.

Tip #5 – Avoid Possible Fernie Accommodation Scams

Some Fernie promotions out there either sound too good to be true or once you arrive, aren’t quite what you expected. Here are some scams to watch out for that will save you wasting money and grief:

Undisclosed nightly parking fees

Prices quoted per person, and not for up to the total maximum sleeping capacity of the property

Hidden sales taxes

Blind booking, where you are not given the name of the property you are staying in until after you have paid for it.

Tip #6 - Pack The Entertainment With You

Keeping kids entertained in between hitting the ski slopes can be a pricey affair. Television and movie rentals are a fairly cheap alternative to going out, but wouldn’t your rather have them enjoy a more productive evening of Scrabble or Trivial Pursuit? Pack the games and your children won’t mind hanging out indoors.

Tip #7 Buy A Canadian Rockies Discount Card

Adults and Youth are eligible to purchase a Canadian Rockies discount card, entitling you to some decent benefits. The highlights, you get 3 free days and can save up to $26 everytime you ski. Cards can be purchased directly off the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies website.

Tip #8 Prepare A Few Meals At Home

Let’s face it, unless you’re sticking to the menu at the local fast food outlet, eating out is expensive. Consider buying groceries and preparing at least a few of your meals in your Fernie accommodation. Some ski lodges include at least basic kitchen facilities. Better yet, book your Fernie accommodation directly with an owner and have all the culinary tools at your disposable.

Tip #9 Look For Coupons In Tourist Brochures & Flyers

The local Fernie tourist brochures, newspapers, and flyers are a great place to scour for discount coupons and deals. While these coupons may only save a couple dollars each, it certainly adds up when combined over a few days with all the other expenses that incur on a memorable vacation.

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