Derek McDonald
Experience Manager
A Collingwood local, Derek grew up skiing and snowboarding at Osler Bluff and brings many years of firsthand destination knowledge, having represented…
Tell us what you're looking for, and your dedicated Experience Manager will recommend the right destination, build your itinerary, and handle every detail.
Just a ski vacation that's right for you.
The best ski vacations start with the right advice.
Our Experience Managers have lived, worked, instructed, hosted, and skied in many of the destinations they recommend. From winters in Japan and seasons in Whistler to years spent in Panorama and SilverStar, their advice is grounded in firsthand experience.
We’ll help you choose the right destination with confidence and build a trip that fits you.
You want to look forward to your vacation—not spend hours coordinating flights, hotels, transfers, lift tickets, rentals, lessons, activities, and insurance.
Your Experience Manager will bring every detail together into one complete itinerary and remain your trusted point of contact from your first conversation until you return home.
Maybe it’s a family vacation that works for every skier in your group.
Maybe it’s a bucket-list trip to Japan or Chile.
Maybe it’s a multi-resort ski adventure through Europe.
Whatever you’re imagining, we’ll turn it into a personalized itinerary that is thoughtfully planned, expertly coordinated, and uniquely yours.
Every member of our team brings real-world ski experience to the planning process. From living in mountain towns to skiing destinations across North America, Europe, Japan, and Chile, we help you choose the right trip—not just book one.
Wherever you're headed, you'll be working with someone who's passionate about helping you make the most of every mountain moment.
A Collingwood local, Derek grew up skiing and snowboarding at Osler Bluff and brings many years of firsthand destination knowledge, having represented…
Originally from Montréal, MC has called Panorama home for over 10 years and has been exploring the Alps since 2022 as our…
A Revelstoke local who worked as a ski instructor in Rusutsu, Japan, with firsthand experience skiing throughout Hokkaido and Myoko.
Want to talk shop? Dillon's your guy. An Ottawa local with extensive experience skiing Chile, he has been coaching freestyle skiing for…
A Montréal native, Elsa spent two years living in Nelson and skiing Whitewater, giving her a true local perspective on the Kootenays.…
With over 10 years at Skican and two seasons in Whistler, Dave knows one of Canada's most iconic mountain destinations inside and…
After four seasons skiing Whistler while studying at UBC and years at her family's place in SilverStar, Krysten knows two of BC's…
Two seasons in Banff and three winters hosting Skican's Japan Ski Escapes have made Jack an expert in Canada's Rockies and Japan's…
Our team can arrange every part of your vacation, including:
Flights
Airport transfers
Rail travel
Rental cars
Hotels
Condos
Chalets
Ski-in/ski-out accommodations
From budget friendly to luxury accommodations, we have a wide selection of properties to choose from at every resort.
Lift tickets
Equipment rentals
Ski lessons & Ski school
Guides
Heli-skiing
Cat skiing
Ski safaris
Multi-resort adventures
Cultural experiences
and more!
Travel insurance
Air specialist on call while you travel
You talk. We plan. You ski.
Your vacation is private and independent, with the flexibility to travel at your own pace.
Your Experience Manager will coordinate your trip, provide a complete itinerary, and remain part of your support team before, during, and after your vacation.
If plans change or you need assistance while travelling, our experienced team—including dedicated air specialists—is just a phone call away.
For over 55 years, our travellers have trusted us with some of their most memorable vacations.
Here's what a few of them had to say.
Planning a ski vacation comes with plenty of questions—and we're here to help. Here are answers to some of the questions we're asked most often.
Planning a ski vacation takes time—comparing destinations, accommodations, flights, lift passes, transfers, and countless other details. We simplify the process by helping you choose the right destination, building a personalized itinerary, and coordinating every detail from start to finish. That means less time planning and more time looking forward to your next adventure.
That's more common than you might think.
Whether you're travelling as a couple, family, or group of friends, we'll recommend destinations, accommodations, and itineraries that work for everyone—so every member of your group has an unforgettable experience.
Absolutely. Every ski vacation we plan is tailored to you. From the destination and accommodations to flights, lift tickets, activities, and après-ski experiences, we'll work with you to create a trip that's built around your travel style, goals, and budget.
No. Your consultation with one of our Experience Managers is completely free, with no obligation to book. If you decide to travel with Skican, a $50 CAD booking fee applies to cover the administration of your reservation and coordination of your itinerary.
Yes. We work with a variety of airline partners and can include flights as part of your ski vacation. We'll recommend the best options based on your departure city, schedule, and budget, ensuring your flights fit seamlessly with the rest of your itinerary.
That's exactly what we're here for. Our Experience Managers have skied, lived, worked, instructed, or hosted trips in many of the destinations we recommend. We'll ask the right questions about your skiing ability, travel style, budget, and goals, then help match you with the destination that's the best fit—not just the most popular.
Our support doesn't end when your trip begins. During the ski season, our Experience Managers are available 7 days a week to assist with questions, itinerary changes, or unexpected issues. We also have a dedicated air specialist available to help coordinate flight changes and travel disruptions if they arise.
Yes. We'll help you choose destinations that make the most of your Ikon or Epic Pass and build a customized itinerary around it. Whether you're planning one trip or several throughout the season, we'll help you maximize the value of your pass.
The earlier, the better. Booking early gives you the widest choice of accommodations, flights, and travel dates—and often the best pricing. It also means we can build the trip you really want, rather than settling for what's still available. If you're travelling during holidays or peak ski season, we recommend starting your planning several months in advance.
Our team is here to help. Talk to one of our Experience Managers and get free, expert advice tailored to your next ski vacation.
Every great ski vacation starts with a conversation.
Tell us a little about the trip you're dreaming of, and one of our Experience Managers will help you choose the right destination, answer your questions, and build a personalized ski vacation tailored to your travel style.
Still deciding between a few destinations? No problem—simply include them in the Additional Comments section. There's no need to submit multiple inquiries.
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Call us at 1-888-475-4226
Office Hours: Monday–Friday | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST
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