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Posted on Monday February 14th at 12:21 p.m.
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The process is as easy as jumping online to www.nzski.com where mypass details can be accessed from last year or new details uploaded for first timers.
For 2011 the Locals' Early Bird sale has been structured around the intention in which it was originally introduced - that is, to recognise the close association that locals have with ‘their' ski areas, according to NZSki Sales & Marketing Manager Craig Douglas.
"This year Mt Hutt early bird passes are only available to residents of Canterbury or those who held a season pass last year. All our guests are important and valued, however the locals' early bird sale is about benefiting locals and our most loyal mountain visitors," he said.
The Early Bird payment plan is available again for 2011, enabling local people to pay for their passes in three installments.
"This payment option is designed to help people with the initial outlay, specifically local families, many of whom buy multiple passes. You simply pay one third of the cost at sign up then the other two thirds over April and May.'
Mr Douglas said there had been minor price increases and that NZSki had worked to keep them to a minimum.
‘Providing and developing a world class ski facility doesn't come cheap and the reality is that we've had to make some changes to the pricing structure this year," he said.
‘Despite the slight increase in cost, passes remain exceptional value for money.'
Passes can be collected from the Snow Centre in Methven and Queenstown from 2 May where a proof of address or employment within the Canterbury district must be presented before the pass is issued. They can also be collected at Victoria Ski Sport, 130 Victoria Street, Christchurch between May 21 to 29. All pass holders, new and old, will need to pose for a new photo whether collecting a new pass or recharging an existing mypass.
The Mt Hutt Pass - At $699 for an adult and $449 youth (age 7 - 17 years) and senior (age 65 - 74 years) offers unlimited skiing and riding for the 2011 season at Mt Hutt. It includes a 50% discount on day lift passes at Coronet Peak and The Remarkables and a range of additional benefits* including discounts at other ski areas in New Zealand and the USA.
The Mt Hutt Midweek Pass - At $429 for an adult and $329 student, $299 youth (age 7 - 17 years) and senior (age 65 - 74 years), offers unlimited skiing and riding for the 2011 season Monday to Friday only at Mt Hutt. On weekends at Mt Hutt and at any time at Coronet Peak and The Remarkables the pass holder is entitled to a discount on day lift passes. This pass offers midweek day pass discounts at Ohau. On weekends full day pass rates are charged.
For those likely to ski or board at Mt Hutt, Coronet Peak and The Remarkables the nzskipass is just the ticket. At $999 for an adult and $699 youth (age 7 - 17 years) and senior (age 65 - 74 years), the nzskipass offers unlimited skiing and riding for the 2011 season at all three mountains. It also includes 50% discounts on lift passes at other international Leading Mountain Resorts ski areas as part of the Endless Winter programme. A range of additional benefits* including discounts at Ohau and the USA are also covered by the pass. See the website for full details.
All children aged six and under will receive free day lift passes at Mt Hutt. For convenience, a season pass can be issued to these customers for a $20 administration fee.
Transport add-ons are available this year offering unlimited transport from Christchurch, Methven or the base of the Mt Hutt road. The Christchurch Transport pass costs $599, the Christchurch Midweek Transport Pass, $399, the Methven Transport Pass, $199, and the Mt Hutt Road Shuttle pass, leaving from the road base, costs $99. All charges are for return travel.
The Early Bird offers are only available until 17 March 2011, after which prices will increase to a main season rate.
* Subject to pass type, additional benefits include discounts on day lift passes at Ohau, Aspen, Colorado, and at participating Leading Mountain Resorts of the World ski areas. All season pass holders are entitled to the following discounts at Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt: 25% discount on afternoon group lessons (subject to availability), 10% discount at ‘on mountain' retail outlets, (does not apply to sale items or other special offers) and 10% discount off workshop/repairs.
Form More Info & Comparisons of Early Seasons Passes Click Here