Ever wondered whether it's cheaper to drive or fly when planning a ski trip to the Alps? In this video, we take you on our epic road trip from Yorkshire to the beautiful slopes of the Alps, comparing the cost, convenience, and experience of driving versus flying for a ski holiday. We are in our VW Campervan, our adult children are flying.
We’ll break down the full cost of:
✅ Fuel, tolls, and airport transfers
✅ Plane tickets and baggage fees
✅ The time and stress factor
✅ Top tips for driving to the Alps in winter conditions
Which option came out on top in terms of value for money? Was it worth spending two days behind the wheel, or would flying have been a better choice? Watch to find out all the details and get some tips for your next skiing adventure in the Alps!
We are Richard and Jackie and we live in the UK. We retired from teaching at the age of 51 in the summer of 2022. Our plans for early requirement include relocating to the Yorkshire Dales, developing our forever home and travelling the UK, Europe and eventually the world in our VW campervan Nelson.
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