A Queensland family of five has revealed why they have stopped booking Aussie ski trips, claiming a New Zealand snow holiday can save them thousands while delivering better conditions. Source: SuppliedThe family's "secret" destination is Methven, a small town about an hour from Christchurch, where they stay before driving to Mount Hutt each day. ContactA Mount Hutt day pass costs around $180NZD. Source: SuppliedNZ ski passes and accommodation are cheaper, family sayThe biggest saving, according to Sarah, comes from ski passes. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement Advertisement"I literally will never go back to an Australian ski field," she said.