For a family looking to spend the Christmas season outdoors, the powdery slopes of Madarao offer the perfect destination. Snow has been synonymous with Christmas for many years, and you can decide to take the fun a notch higher with skiing.
Madarao offers the perfect skiing destination during the Christmas season for many reasons. It receives up to 13 meters of snow annually, and most of the areas are ungroomed allowing for a picturesque view and splendid skiing session. If you are a powder hunter looking to make the best of the Christmas season, Madarao is a perfect choice.
Better access
Getting to the best skiing spots is usually a pain. Most ski resorts have tried different ways to counter this, but in Madarao, the experience of getting to your preferred place is going to be much easier. There are bus shuttle services that take the visitors to and from the different resort centers. All you have to do is be aware of the time of departure. Active Life Madarao and Hakken also offers complimentary shuttle for the hotel guests. The Active Life Shuttle runs on a timetable between Madarao Ski Resort – Iiyama train station – Nozawa Onsen. Check Active Life Shuttle Timetable at www.beactive.life/transport
Different Ski Runs
Not being on the same skiing level should not keep you from having fun. With the various ski runs in Madarao, you can choose an option that best suits you and the group. The backcountry powder bowls are great for the more experienced skiers while the crystal area is better suited for everyone to share in the joy and excitement.
Seeing that this is family time, you should be able to spend time together. Whether you have learners in the family or you’re all in the same skill level in skiing, you can rely on the different runs and pick one that everyone will enjoy.
Dining
Skiing is never fun on an empty stomach. The high-intensity nature of the activity will have you feeling hungry in no time. You need to have a place where you can have a drink or a meal as a family.
In case you and your team need to re-energize in the middle of your skiing expedition, there are plenty of spots where you can stop over for some hot cocoa or a fully-fledged midday meal. The quick stops and cafés are very affordable and uniquely positioned so you can get jump right back to the fun immediately you’re done with your meal.
There are also some restaurants that double-up as great dating spots if you are thinking of a romantic night out with a loved one. Fresh interiors, jazz music, Japanese soul food all rounded up with a nice bottle of red wine offer the perfect experience of date night during Christmas. This season, Active Life Madarao Hotel opens an exciting BBQ restaurant where you can cook and grill your own meats and sides to perfection. If you’re after something a little more warm and comforting, why not try some ramen from Slurp It! ramen bar where you can slurp away the cold winter nights.
Activities
Depending on your length of your stay, having different events will make the period more eventful. Even with skiing being such a great sport, having other options can make the visit even more interesting.
Most people come to Madarao looking for some skiing action. There is a good chance that you’re also looking for a similar experience. While the slopes are well known for the tree turns, during your Christmas visit, you should know that there are plenty of other activities like snowmobile rides and other non-skiing activities like onsen that will kick your adrenalin and then help you to calm down and unwind after an eventful day.
You can also try other bonding activities like paper-making workshops and soba cooking classes. If you’re in the mood for a more challenging experience, you can join in the peak runs offered by most resorts. It is an excellent opportunity to have a picturesque aerial view of some of Japan’s most stunning views.
The Jigdokudani snow monkeys are also a must-see for every animal lover as they take a dip in the hot springs with the same enjoyment as you are probably going to have.
Gifts
Christmas is never complete without gifts. If you did not get any from back home, there are plenty of gift shops around where you can buy gifts for your loved ones. The most popular are the paper sculptures from the local artists.
You can make this Christmas the most explosive and family time intensive time you have ever had. Madarao offers you the perfect mix of beauty and adventure for you and your family complete with the Christmas spirit.
Skiing on the mountain slopes with all the amenities needed for a great time within reach provides you with that wilderness experience and a touch of homely service. What’s more, after a chilly day out in the tree runs, you can also enjoy the tradition hot healing water bath from a couple of different options available.
While going for skiing during Christmas is a wonderful idea, to have a good time, you need to choose a comprehensive resort with all the amenities. Pick a resort with expansive skiing areas, offers classes for beginners, available transport and great hotels. Active Life the highest ranked hotel in Madarao offers these and other features to make your stay during Christmas the best and allow you make memories that you will never forget.