6 Reasons to Book Your 2026/27 Ski Trip Early

Planning a ski trip to Banff and Lake Louise? Booking early isn't just for the ultra organized, it’s the best way to secure unbeatable value, prime lodging, and peace of mind before the snow starts to fall. Here's why booking ahead for the 26/27 season is a smart move. 
 
1. Save More with the Best Deals of the Year

The biggest benefit to booking early? The savings. With the SkiBig3 Early Bird Ski & Stay Package, you can save up to +40% on your vacation for the 26/27 season. These rates won’t stick around forever, and the earlier you book, the better the value you lock in. Whether you're planning a quick getaway or a week long adventure, early bird savings mean more in your pocket for après, sightseeing, or that second ski trip. 
 
2. Get First Pick of Lodging Options

Booking early gives you access to the most availability across our partner hotels, ensuring you can secure your preferred property, room type, and travel dates. Banff and Lake Louise are popular winter destinations, and accommodations fill up quickly, especially around holidays and peak weekends. Planning ahead means more choice, more flexibility, and less compromise when it comes to where you stay. Check out our guide on where to stay when you visit Banff and Lake Louise. 

The Kenrick Hotel | Photo credit: Jill Scarpato

3. Plan with Confidence, Not Pressure 

When you book early, you’re giving yourself more time to plan, organize, and enjoy the lead up to your trip without the last minute stress. You can start mapping out your must ski runs, pre book ski school for the kids, or coordinate your group trip with less back and forth. Planning on coming during the holidays? Booking early helps to guarantee lodgings, rentals, lessons and guides. 
 
4. Flexible Booking  

The Ski & Stay Early Bird Package includes free changes or cancellations up to 14 days before arrival, giving you the freedom to adjust your plans if needed. So go ahead, book with confidence knowing that flexibility is built in. 

Snowboarding at Lake Louise Ski Resort | Photo credit: Jill Scarpato

5. More Time to Look Forward to Winter 

One of the best parts of booking early? Having a trip to look forward to. With your ski vacation on the calendar, you can spend the months ahead daydreaming about powder days, deep turns, cozy nights in Banff, and soaking up the mountain views. It gives you something exciting to count down to, especially when the first snowfalls start rolling in. 

6. Access incredible deals with your Ikon and Mountain Collective Pass

Take advantage of the best deals on multi resort passes this spring, and access lodging and rentals deals through SkiBig3. Now is the best time to secure your pass for next season and start planning where you want to travel with it!  

Skiing and snowboarding at Banff Sunshine | Photo credit: Jill Scarpato

Don’t wait, lock in your 2026/27 ski trip now and take advantage of early bird pricing, the best lodging options, and ultimate flexibility.