Pack right for your ski trip to Vemdalen

There's a lot to think about before a mountain vacation - especially when it comes to packing. The weather can change quickly, and days are filled with everything from fast-paced skiing to hanging out in the sauna. Packing smart makes the experience both easier and more enjoyable.

A good tip is to pack in different categories: clothes for skiing, leisure, and time at the cabin. This makes it easier to find the right garment at the right time. Don't forget small but important items such as sunscreen, chargers, and coffee filters—things that are easily forgotten but often needed on the first day.

Here is our checklist for complete and hassle-free packing for Vemdalen.

Ski clothing & equipment

• Underwear (preferably wool or synthetic)
• Fleece jacket, sweater or other warm intermediate jacket
• Shell jacket and coveralls
• Ski helmet
• Skis/snowboard
• Ski goggles
• Ski socks
• Ski gloves + extra mittens (in case you get wet!)
• Hat, headband and buff

Cottage garden & leisure

Soft and warm clothes for the evening

• Thick sweater/cardigan
• Warm socks/slippers
• Pajamas
• Swimwear (many cottages have saunas and some also have hot tubs)
• Underwear and extra socks

Other things that are good to have

• power bank
• Sunscreen cream
• Lip balm with sun protection
• First aid kit
• Patches, painkillers and nasal sprays
• Mobile phone chargers
• Dishwashing liquid, paper towels, and coffee filters
• Some basic supplies and snacks for the first day

For the family with children

• Sledge or snowracer
• Extra mittens and underwear
• Crafts, books, and games
• Pacifier, baby bottle, formula, etc.
• Diapers and wipes if needed

Tip! Feel free to print the list or save it to your phone so you can easily check it off while packing.