January 22-26, 2026 - Bus Departure

Please read over the information below regarding your trip. Bus lists will be posted on the windshield of each bus.

IMPORTANT: WHEN DO I RECEIVE MY BUS NUMBER ASSIGNMENT?
You will receive your bus number at that time.

**DO NOT LEAVE CARS AT SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT**

1. Departure Information

Bus Departs:
Thursday, January 22, 2026

High School	Location	Time to be at the Bus
Bus #1 Independence	Walmart Super Center 24635 Dulles Landing Dr Dulles VA 20166	4:45 PM
Bus #2 Independence, Heritage, Stonebridge, Freedom	Walmart Super Center 24635 Dulles Landing Dr Dulles VA 20166	4:45 PM
Bus #3 Tuscarora, Riverside, Loudoun Valley, Loudoun County HS, Dominion, Freedom	Walmart Super Center 24635 Dulles Landing Dr Dulles VA 20166	4:45 PM

2. Return/Arrival Information

Bus Returns: Monday, January 26, 2026

The buses are scheduled to arrive around 5-6 AM Tuesday morning, January 26
We do everything humanly possible to meet that scheduled time; however, there are many variables involved which we cannot control (i.e. weather, mechanical problems, etc.)
Our priority is to return your son/daughter home safely

Return Arrival Information:

After 8:30 PM on Sunday, January 25, please click the link below to see updated bus arrival information
Information is updated at 8:30 PM and 11:30 PM (after the driver change)
We will advise on the web page if additional updates are needed
Arrivals are approximate usually within 1 hour window

Trip FAQ’s

ACCESS YOUR ONLINE ACCOUNT

CLICK HERE

What to Bring to the Bus

Click to see details on what to bring on the trip.

JAN 22-26, 2026 TRIP HOTEL:

Château Frontenac Hotel
1 Rue des Carrières
Quebec City QC
G1R 4P5
Canada

Hotel Phone:
1-418-692-3861
Ask for the Ski Travel Group Staff

3. Lodging Information

Château Frontenac Hotel
1 Rue des Carrières
Quebec City QC
G1R 4P5

1-418-692-3861
Ask for the Ski Travel Group Staff

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ONLY
(After Hours):

Ski Travel office 703-425-5400

4. Strict Luggage Limits

Please adhere to these luggage limits. Buses are full.

STRICT LUGGAGE LIMIT – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Charter buses have very limited baggage space. To ensure all luggage fits safely and to avoid delays, these luggage limits will be strictly enforced.

This is a 2-night / 3-day trip. Oversized luggage is not necessary and causes serious loading problems.

EACH STUDENT IS LIMITED TO THREE (3) ITEMS TOTAL

1-MAIN BAG (HOTEL BAG) — ONE ONLY

Student will have access to this bag on arrival to change for skiing.
ONE ONLY Tagged, Luggage Bag-Suitcase or Duffle type bag (For the Hotel) is permitted below bus and in the hotel (for bellman) Details below.

Type: Standard-size suitcase OR medium duffel bag
Maximum allowed size (including wheels & handles):

27” length × 18” width × 12” depth
Total dimensions (L + W + D): 57 inches max

✔ This equals a standard airline checked bag

🚫 NOT PERMITTED

Suitcases 28 inches or larger
Bags labeled Large, XL, Extra-Large, or Oversized
Trunks or extended-depth hard cases

REQUIRED:

Weatherproof luggage tag
Tag must include:
Student’s full name (not parent name)
School
Student cell phone number

⚠️ Oversized suitcases may be refused at bus loading. No exceptions.

2-EQUIPMENT BAG — ONE ONLY (+ small boot bag ok if needed)

For skis or snowboard ONLY
Must have a weatherproof luggage tag with student info: Student Name (not parent), School, Cell#
IMPORTANT: Equipment bags STAY ON THE BUS EACH NIGHT
(Students will NOT have access to them at the hotel)
Note: Ski / Snowboard Bags or equipment is not permitted in hotel. (Must remain on the bus)

3-SMALL CARRY-ON — ONE ONLY

Example: Backpack or small personal bag
Must fit under your seat or on your lap
Must have a luggage tag with student info•Must have a weatherproof luggage tag with student info: Student Name (not parent), School, Cell#