Holiday season is in full swing! We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. And Happy Hanukkah to those who are celebrating!
Do you still need some inspiration for this year’s round of presents? Look no further than our sustainable gift guide. These items happen to be perfect for your next ski trip. In fact, a cozy stay at GO-Cottage would make a pretty sweet gift too!
Without further ado, here are our picks for gifts you can feel good about giving this year:
Stocking Stuffers
Sunscreen is an everyday essential. But it’s especially important when you’re outside all day skiing. Check out the Green Tea Sun Butter from Herbal Chest, a handmade skincare brand on Etsy. This SPF moisturizer is vegan, cruelty-free, zero waste and plastic-free and has many a five-star rating!
These reusable sandwich bags from Lunchskins are perfect for slope-side snacks. They’re much cuter than your average baggie and help you cut back on single-use plastic. A win win!
Sometimes the best part of a ski trip is unwinding at the end of a long, exhilarating day. Go extra luxe on the refreshments with fair trade hot chocolate from Divine. This limited edition Winter Warming Spiced Hot Chocolate looks positively dreamy.
No matter the weather, it’s good to always stay hydrated. This sleek stainless steel water bottle from Klean Kanteen is ideal for adventuring. It’s the perfect portable size and comes with the brand’s leak proof Chug Cap.
Keep warm out in the snow with an insulated travel thermos for your coffee, tea or hot chocolate. This handsome Teakwood Traveler from S’well has major ski chalet vibes.
Big [Lift] Ticket Items
Stay toasty from head to toe with some baselayers from Patagonia. Their Capilene® line wicks moisture and can handle a range of temperature shifts. Patagonia is brand that cares about combatting climate change and supports environmental nonprofits with their self-imposed Earth tax.
They also have a fabulous range of skiwear. Check out these retro-chic alpine pants and these cozy Nano Puff™ mittens.
It wouldn’t be a ski trip without… skis. While there are plenty of options for renting at Whiteface Mountain and Mount van Hoevenberg, if you want to invest in a pair try Salomon. The French brand focuses on sustainability with their Play Minded Program, which aims to support the community, the environment and their employees. You can read more about it here.
Stretch out those weary muscles après ski with a grounding yoga session. This cork yoga mat from Yoloha was the world’s first. Cork is a great sustainable option because it’s harvested from cork trees, which regenerate their bark so no trees need to be cut down. And this mat happens to be lightweight and perfect for traveling.
Now that you’ve checked off your list, time to book in that ski trip! We still have plenty of availablity at GO-Cottage this winter. It’s the most wonderful homebase to unwind and snuggle up after a long day on the nearby slopes.
