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At
last winter is upon us and people are rediscovering the delights of
snow sports and skiing. There's one hitch: unless holiday makers enjoy
climbing mountain sides by themselves and skiing in their socks, someone
is going to have to construct a ski resort so that they can enjoy
their holiday.
Step
by step and ski by ski, we're going to take a look at the major construction
stages of a ski resort.
The art of making a good start
The grand opening of your resort is a crucial moment. It is essential
to plan your resort's future, even before you open the gates.
You should construct four elements before starting: A good ski run
with a suitable ski lift, accommodation for week-stay holiday makers
and a tourist office.
Let's take one map at random, such as Kilbo, and build our resort.
The
position of your first, main ski lift is very important and will
influence your holidaymakers' first impressions. Try to place the
departure point of the lift on a plateau connected to the rest of
the resort's buildings.
At the top of the ski lift there should be two separate ski runs
to choose from (maximise your profits on every installation!).
Your skiers can now climb the slopes; you just have to make sure
they can ski down safely!
The quality of the runs is essential for future clients' satisfaction
and you should take great care where you place them on the slopes.
You shouldn't skimp on time when building your runs. Once in "Landscape
Mode",
try to find good smooth even trajectories. Initially, you should
start with 'beginners to intermediate' runs; green runs fit the
bill. Once you have placed your first marker, follow your slope
down according to the shape of the mountainside.
Try not to build the run off centre and make sure that it sits well
in the mountainside. Continue the process, marker by marker, until
you reach the bottom of the slope.
The
tourist office should be placed near the entrance of the resort,
so that holidaymakers have to pass it to reach the slopes.
The
first hotel should also be situated near the entrance of the resort.
This will enable easy access by weeklong holidaymakers.
It
is a good idea to build an equipment hire shop quickly, even before
you open.
You
can always lower the rates of your various services to attract clients
initially.
OK!
You've opened your resort
and the first holidaymakers have arrived, just let yourself be
guided by their requests.
They'll soon be knocking on your door, requiring skiwear shops and
restaurants. So get ready! And
Enjoy the game!
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