Top Tips for Planning your Trip to Livigno

Booking a family snow holiday can feel overwhelming, especially in a foreign place such as Livigno, Italy...a place that’s culturally rich and offers some of the best skiing in the Alps. To help you plan your trip smoothly and enjoy every moment on the slopes, this guide shares insider tips on travel, accommodation and securing your child’s spot in The Arc Ski Development Program. Follow these steps to make your Livigno holiday as smooth as a powder day.

Sunrise 'Emotion' Session is just one of the family experiences on offer.

Choosing Your Travel Arrangements

When flying to Livigno, you have two main airport options: Zurich or Milan. While Zurich is a viable choice, flying into Milan offers more transfer options and greater flexibility.

Flying into Milan

Milan Malpensa Airport is the preferred gateway for families heading to Livigno. It has frequent flights from many international cities and offers multiple ways to reach the ski resort.

• Private Transfer:

To ensure a smooth and direct transfer, reserve a private taxi directly from the airport. Our team can organise this for you, partnering with professional and dependable taxi companies we've collaborated with over the years. You'll be picked up at the airport and driven straight to your accommodation in Livigno. Details about booking private taxis are included in our Information Request Form, which is sent out before the program begins.

• Public Shuttle Bus:

The Livigno Express shuttle runs daily between Milan Malpensa Airport and Livigno, with extra services during peak winter times. It’s a cost-effective option and reliable for families. Check their winter timetable and book tickets online in advance to secure your seats.

Tips for Smooth Travel

• Book your transfer early, especially during holiday seasons to avoid last-minute stress.

• Confirm luggage allowances with your airline, as ski equipment can be bulky.

• Besides your child's ski equipment required to take part in the program, think about renting equipment for other family members. Zinermann Livigno offers high-quality ski rentals, which can help reduce your family's travel allowance and makes for smoother transfers.

• If traveling with young children, request child seats in advance for taxis or shuttles.

  
  

Booking Accommodation Near or Conveniently Located to The Arc’s Meeting Point

The Arc Ski Development Program meets daily at the bottom of the Valandrea lift 29b in Livigno. The Valendrea base is a spacious, contemporary facility featuring a locker room with large, heated lockers and comfortable amenities, providing added convenience if you need to walk or take the bus from your accommodation each morning.

Why Stay Close to Valandrea?

• Easy Access: You can walk or take a short bus ride to the meeting point, reducing the hassle of long commutes.

• Free Bus Service: Livigno offers a free bus that stops right outside Valandrea. Even if your accommodation is a bit further, the bus makes it easy to get around.

• Family-Friendly Hotels: Many hotels near Valandrea cater to families and offer amenities like ski storage, breakfast options and kid-friendly services.

  
  

How to Find the Right Accommodation

• Familiarise yourself with the location of Valendrea to get an idea of convenient accommodation options.

• Contact The Arc team at hello@thearcski.com for recommendations on partner hotels and apartment options that are conveniently located and families trust.

• Consider your family’s needs: proximity to shops, restaurants and ski rental shops can add convenience.

From luxury hotels to apartment-style accommodation, Livigno has hundreds of options.

Securing Your Child’s Spot in The Arc Ski Development Program

Before booking flights or hotels, the most important step is to secure your child’s place in The Arc Ski Development Program.

For our Alpine Racing and All-Mountain programs, participants must be 8 years or older and intermediate to advanced skiers keen to develop their alpine racing or all-mountain skills.

Participants in our Tiny and Mini Arc programs need to be aged 4-7 years and have intermediate skills, already confidently navigating intermediate terrain.

Young skiers consistently enjoy great training conditions in Livigno.

How to Reserve a Spot

• Submit the Registration Form as an expression of interest.

• Once The Arc's team reviews your registration form and accompanying video, you will be advised if your child/ren have a place in our program.

• If so, you will receive a Welcome Email with an Information Request Form, Waiver and deposit invoice.

• Book local accommodation, flights and travel insurance with winter sports cover.

• Return the form and pay the 50% deposit to secure your spot.

• Pay the remaining fee balance no later than 30 days before the start.

• Receive your final training itinerary, extra experiences and other important program information.

• Join us in Livigno and hit the slopes!

  
  

Why Book Early?

• The program has limited spots to maintain quality of program delivery.

• Early booking guarantees your child’s place and allows the team to prepare.

• It helps coordinate your travel and accommodation plans around the program schedule.

• Booking early typically opens up access to better flight deals and options.

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Additional Tips for a Stress-Free Family Ski Holiday

• Pack Smart: Your child will need:

  • Clothing: Insulated jacket/pants, thermal layers and a puffer jacket for extra-cold days.

  • The Basics: Ski-specific socks, neck warmer and high-quality gloves.

  • Protection: Helmet, back brace.

  • Ski Equipment - Alpine Program: Minimum requirement is GS/carve skis, boots, poles. Slalom skis and protective equipment dependent upon level.

  • Ski Equipment - All-Mountain: Minimum requirement is All-mountain carve skis, boots, poles. Optional addition: GS skis.

  • Ski Equipment - Mini Arc: All-Mountain carve skis, boots, poles.

• Source Equipment Locally: The Arc partners with Zinermann Livigno, a high end alpine skiing-specific retail and rental shop that provides The Arc families with a special discount.

• Plan for Rest Days: Livigno has plenty of family-friendly activities off the slopes, including ice skating, ice karting, the renowned leisure and wellness centre "Aquagrande", shopping, dining and much more.

• Experience the Best of Livigno: The Arc offers a range of bespoke experiences beyond the ski training. Experiences for the parents include day trips to neighbouring resorts St Moritz and Bormio, parents race training, ladies ski days, wellness experiences, wine tastings and more. Family-friendly experiences include Sunrise Sessions, Italian Farm Trip and the famous augural Family Fun Race.

• Stay Connected: Download the Livigno app for real-time updates on lifts, weather, and bus schedules.

Got questions or need advice for your trip to Livigno? The Arc's team is here to assist. Just email hello@thearcski.com with any questions.