FAQ’s
Why join Los Amigos?
Find your travel buddies: Whether you're a never-ever skier or love riding moguls on double blacks, we've got folks at every level. With Los Amigos, you'll always have friends to hit the slopes with and make the experience even more enjoyable.
Become part of the family: From your very first trip, you're one of us! Los Amigos is all about sharing the love of adventure and travel with friends old and new. We're an inclusive group of awesome people!
Unbeatable value and convenience: We score sweet deals on lodging, lift tickets, and more. Even better, your trip leader handles all the details so you can just show up and have a blast. Need packing tips? We've got you covered!
What does it cost to be a member of Los Amigos?
| Category |
May 1-April 30 |
After August 31 |
| Single |
$45 |
$55 |
| Family* |
$75 |
$85 |
| Military** |
$25 |
$25 |
| Military Family* |
$50 |
$50 |
*Family defined as members living at the same address.
**Military defined as active, retired and veteran.
Note: Auto-renewal notices are sent starting in April. Single/Family members who do not renew by August 31will enter an Expiration status. To renew after your membership expires incurs the $10 additional fee.
How can I learn about the trips?
The best way to learn about the trips is to come chat with board members and trip leader at our monthly Happy Hours (open to non-members) and Membership Meetings. Dates for the Happy Hours and Membership Meetings (members only) are posted on the website's home page and the What's Happening aka Events Calendar).If you are unable to attend Happy Hours, there ae several ways to learn more.
1. Send an email using Contact Us. Emails for the VP for Trips can also be found on Contact Us as well as the Home page.
2. Contact the trip leader noted for the specific trip you would like more information.
When and where are Happy Hours?
Happy Hours are held the first Tuesday of the month, year round, from 5-7 PM. Vist the website's home page and the What's Happening aka Events Calendar for the location. The location changes every month.
When and where are your Membership Meetings?
Meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month, from August through March(excludes Dec and Jan). The agenda of Membership Meetings covers the trips scheduled for the year and those in the preliminary planning phase, upcoming social events and interest groups activities. Board elections are held in March.
NOTE: Membership Meetings are restricted to members with a current membership. A member is allowed to bring a guest with a genuine interest in learning more about the club's programs before joining.
What social events do you host?
We host (fees often apply) an End of the (Fiscal) Year Party (May-June) and Holiday Party (Dec). Visit What's Happening aka Event Calendar for information on upcoming social events.
What are interest groups?
When you sign up as a new member (or at anytime after you become a member), you can select the interest groups aka Find Your People that appeal to you. Currently, we have cycling, hiking, dinner, brunch, craft beers, wine, and trivia night groups active. Visit What's Happening aka Event Calendar for information on scheduled activities.
How are your trips selected?
Los Amigos Ski, Travel and Social Club is a member of the Texas Ski Council. Each year, delegates, who are members of snow sports/adventure clubs with active TSC membership, participate at BidFest (usually held in the summer in Texas). Each club votes on two ski trips and two land expeditions for a total of 4 TSC sponsored trips annually.
In addition to the TSC trips, Los Amigos plans and organizes smaller club trips (including multi-adventures) to meet the diverse interests of our members. A member volunteers to lead the trip with support provided by the VPs for Trips and Communications and a Trip Leader Manual | Sept. 2025 as a resource.
What's a Typical Los Amigos Ski Trip Like?
Buckle up, Amigos! Our travel together is an adventure filled with thrills and memories that'll last a lifetime.
Here's what you can expect for ski trips:
✨ Pre-Trip Preparations ✨
- Sign up for trips are announced through email communication to members, the website Trips menu tab, and at the membership meetings. A deposit is required to hold your space.
- Your trip leader will keep you informed of payment due dates, ticket and rental information, activities, and any extension excursions(pre/post trip) offered by the tour operator.
- Your trip leader will plan a pre-trip gathering allowing everyone to get acquainted and final logistics covered.
Resort Revelry
- TSC trips kick things off with a Welcome Party (usually held Sunday late afternoon).
- Your trip leader will distribute ski tickets, resort information, and on TSC designated trips, badges (credentials) to be worn at the Welcome Party and Dinner & Awards party (typically Thursday evening).
- Sort out your rentals and ski school lessons (if needed).
- Get ready to hit those slopes and shopping, spa time, and sightseeing when taking time off the mountain.
Mountain Time
- Group text to keep you connected.
- Lunch break? Rendezvous mid-mountain for refueling with Amigos.
- Après-ski with your Amigos or go solo – it's your choice!
- Dinner plans? Most Amigos dine together at a local restaurant or prepare a meal to enjoy in their condo unit.
- Feeling competitive? There is usually an optional NASTAR race on TSC trips. A small fee ($20-$30) per participant is collected by the trip leader at the pre-trip gathering or welcome party.
How much do trips cost?
Costs vary, depending upon resort location. You can expect 2025-2026 U.S./Canada destinations to range between $1270 to $1820 per person double occupancy for 7 nights of lodging, roundtrip ground transportation (shuttle) from the airport to the resort, and 2-3 functions hosted by TSC and/or the Los Amigos Club. Ski trips typically offer group discounted lift tickets, ground transportation, and two or three parties. Again, this range is a ballpark price, with multiple variables determining the cost per person.
Airfare is not included in the base price, but a group airfare rate is often available. You can book your own air travel with your favorite airline provider.
Single supplement is offered on trips. What this means is that if you elect not to have a room mate to share the double occupany room, you absorb the full cost.
How long do trips last?
Most trips are 7 days (Saturday arrival-Saturday departure). Some club trips are less than 7 days. For example, your choose the duration of your stay on the Alta December holiday trip.
What type of lodging is included in the package?
It depends. For ski trips, typical accomodations are condos and hotels with ski-in/ski-out or on shuttle routes. Other trips (i.e. cruises, diving, cycling) the lodging is subject to the selection made by the tour operator.
What if I do not have a room mate to share the double occupancy room?
We understand that members may sign up for trips without a partner. Every effort is made by the trip leader to assign single travelers with another member traveling solo. However, if there is no one available to pair up with, you will be notified by the trip leader in ample time for you to decide if you want to still go on the trip and pay the single supplement fee.
How many people go on a trip?
The group size for each trip varies. Some trips are specifically designed as small group adventures (10-19 participants) while others can be larger with 20-50 participants. On TSC affiliated U.S. ski trips, and land expeditions you can expect a larger group size (100-150) at the hosted functions (welcome party and other activities).
How do I pay?
Two options are available for trip payments:
1) By credit card logging into your Member account on the club's website.
2) A check mailed to the Club's post office box (PO Box 160753 San Antonio, TX 78280) or hand delivered at a monthly function to the trip leader.,
Regardless of what option you choose, payment can be made in full or in installments. The trip balance will need to be paid at least 45 days before departure.
What discounts do you offer?
One key advantage of your membership, are the group discounts made available by the tour operators on lift tickets, rentals, ski lessons, and lodging.
Do you offer trip insurance?
Although we do not include travel insurance in the trip package, we HIGHLY recommend the purchase of trip insurance. There are a number of companies who offer travel protection; often your home insurance company will do so. Since our tour operators require advance booking, it’s wise to safeguard your travel expenses in the event you need to cancel your trip.
For travel insurance information, read the blog Let's Unpack Travel Insurance published July 2025 based on the webinar hosted by the National Ski Council Federation.
Do I need to be a skier to join?
Not at all! Every trip we have members sign up who do not ski (or have retired from skiing/snowboarding), but still want to enjoy the winter wonderland experience and group activities off the slopes.
What are the ski levels of the members?
The ski levels are as varied as the demographics of our members. You will find a buddy to ski with covering the spectrum from double black to cruising green and blue runs.
How can I get involved?
Our club is 100% governed and managed by volunteers. If you would like to volunteer your time and talent, please visit the website-Volunteering for a list of opportunities available OR contact any board member listed under About Us tab (accessed on the Home navigation bar). We believe you will find your service to the club to be a rewarding experience.