Harbin - Yabuli Ski Resort

Posted by iso-no-awabi (233 days ago)

Has anybody tried this resort? Is it good, esp for a family with 6-year old kid?

(I am based in Hong Kong)

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Posted by msnglnk (233 days ago)

what resort? i heard harbin's got some good skiing resorts. i am gettin hitched in feb and i am lookin for a good honeymoon spot. or a place to show my friends and family (from the US-minnesota) a good time when they come for the wedding.

(I am based in Shanghai)

Posted by iso-no-awabi (232 days ago)

Conratulations msnglnk! I have family in Minnesota too, three generations, in St Paul and Mankato. I wish all yours a good time in China when they go for your wedding. Please share the informaion here if you find a good honeymoon spot in Harbin. A good honeymoon spot is just as good for any family holiday, I guess. Correct me if I am wrong. I am totally unfamiliar with China. I only know that the resort is called Yabuli Ski Resort. I've never been to Harbin but just want to be there for a few days during winter looking around.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by msnglnk (232 days ago)

harbin has the same kind of climate as mn. hot as hell in the summer and colder than an sob in the winter. from what i have seen on cct-9 travelogue; people in harbin enjoy ice fishin (but in a different manner). a group of people will gather around a lake and drag a net across (under the ice). they enjoy skiing, ice-skateing and other winter sports.

i am in shanghai and i would much rather be in harbin during the winter. it may be freezin cold there but at least its dry. its just cold and wet all winter long in shanghai.

(I am based in Shanghai)

Posted by Topol (231 days ago)

I have never been to Yabuli but have looked into skiing in China. I understand that the infrastructure is very basic ie. rickety lifts, old rental equipment and little apres. Personally, I would be a little hesitant about taking a 6 year old unless they were already a capable skier. However if you are adventurous then would love to hear about your experiences. If you want some extra information check out the following links:

http://www.goski.com/resorts/cnyabuli/resort_welcome.html?cntry_or_state=find&rorc=china&from=state&bc=RIR

also take a look at this link as it summarises some other chinese ski resorts
http://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/china-ski-resort/yabuli.htm

It appears that there are many ski hills close to Beijing (which will be mobbed at weekends) so perhaps you could do both.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by iso-no-awabi (230 days ago)

Topol

Thanks for the information. Insofar as I understand, the ski hills close to Beijing all use artificial snow. Harbin is one of the few places in China that has real snow for skiing. Indeed, I've heard that safety could be an issue in Chinese ski resorts for kids. My little boy is not a capable skier at all, not even myself. May be I should look at Korea or Japan instead - got only 6 days off, can't go too far.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by msnglnk (230 days ago)

hokido japan has great ski resorts. even the northern part of japans main island has good skiing.

(I am based in Shanghai)

Posted by Topol (230 days ago)

We have taken our (now seven year old) son skiing with us whenever we have skied. However we have always been to Whistler which is very kid friendly (great ski school and loads of kid orientated activities). This year we are going to try Niseko which comes well recommended and the advantage over Canada is no jet lag and (i'm hoping) cheaper. If you would like more information try this link http://www.niseko-hirafu.com/nisekopowderconnection/index.php

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by iso-no-awabi (230 days ago)

Whistler of course is one of the best for kids and also in terms of accommodation and facilities. Niseko is good too, and very kid-friendly. In fact, most of the ski resorts in Hokkaido are. Last winter, we tried two ski resorts in Hokkaido, one in Kiroro and one in Tomamu. Our son had a good time. He loved frolicking in the powdery snow. We'd towed our son along skiing in Korea, Jungfrau and Hokkaido before. In terms of kid-friendliness, I think I'll vote for Japan. I'm sure you'll find it very enjoyable at Niseko. Have a good time! Thanks so much.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by HKskier (229 days ago)

Hi I'm moving to HK in a month and looking for serious skiers to go on trips to Japan. I'm 29/male and pretty aggressive skier. Please drop me a line. You'll make my day!

(I am based in Hong Kong)