For an avid skier, the ski hill is the equivalent of the beach resort. Ski resorts are the ultimate getaways where you can indulge in nature, a lot of fresh air and meet like-minded people who are just as passionate as you about the sport.

However, ski resorts can also bring out the worst in people. From disrespecting their surroundings to just being lazy, these people have the power to put you in a sour mood for the duration of your trip.

The thing is, there are some things that are common sense and common courtesy, no matter where you are at the resort.

Here is a list of twenty things that you categorically should not do at a ski resort.

20 Ski Valets (Yes, these are apparently real)

Ever heard of a car valet? Well, here's the ski valet. In order to siphon out every last penny that you have, certain ski resorts have programs that employ people to carry your skis for you. Oh, and they expect a tip afterward! Save your money (and your dignity) and carry your own skis.

19 Paying a Kidney for On-Site Food

Everyone comes down from a long day on the slopes and needs nourishment to regain their energy. And ski resorts bank on this! On-site restaurants charge an arm and a leg (and maybe even more!) for a hamburger and fries. Save your money and bring lunch on the trail with you. Sandwiches and trail bars taste just as good!

18 Buying your tickets last minute....with the rest of the mob

This is general knowledge among avid skiers. The only way to avoid spending more time in line than on the slop is to buy your tickets ahead of time. By doing this, not only can you avoid the mob, you have more chance of finding great deals!

17 Buying brand new gear that will inevitably collect dust later

It can be exciting to go out and buy brand new ski gear for your adventures on the mountain. However, they are expensive and this could be even worse if you only plan on going skiing once in the season. Save your hard-earned money by buying everything second-hand. Maybe even look into renting your ski equipment, as well!

16 VIP Experiences

VIP experiences sound classy and glamorous but are rarely worth the dollar signs. For example, many VIP programs offer early access to the slopes. This gives you a chance at hitting fresh snow before the masses. However, if the snow patrol gets to it first, you'll be getting the same snow like everyone else.

15 Don't Complain (Seriously!)

This one is more for people's general morale. There are so many worst places you could be (work, for instance!). If the conditions, your equipment or whatever else is getting on your nerves, try to look on the bright side. Enjoy the beautiful view, enjoy the adrenaline of the run and, more than anything, HAVE FUN!

14 Unnecessary Ski Lessons

This rule does not apply to those who have never skied before. Please be safe on the mountain and learn how to properly navigate it. However, if you have some skiing experience, investing in skiing lessons might be a waste of your money. It's easier to bring an experienced friend with you.

13 Break the Spring Break Habit

There is nothing more tempting than to book a trip to the slopes during spring break (if the beach isn't your thing). You are walking into the lion's den as far as the busiest time of the year. Reservations will be hard to come by and you'll be shelling out more money than is necessary. Visit the slopes during off-peak times throughout the season.

12 The Slopes Are Not Your Catwalk!

Now I get it. You want to document your skiing experience. And resorts also bank on this! There are resort photographers that will offer to take your photos for free. But it doesn't stop there. It starts when they talk you into checking out the photos afterward. Then they'll offer you the packages, different sizes and before you know it, you've handed them too much money.

11 Live in the Here and Now!

You're on the slopes to ski, breathe in some fresh air and have a wonderful experience. Not only are you robbing yourself by burying your face in your phone, but it's also just dangerous! Stopping to take photos a few times on the trail is perfectly fine. Just don't escape into social media when you should be escaping into nature!

10 Not Having Your Cash Ready at the Bar

This is general knowledge on AND off the ski resort. If there is a crowd at the bar and you're struggling to grab your money out of the thousand pockets in your ski jacket, you won't make too many friends. Have your cash or other payment methods ready. You'll help the line move along smoothly and be much more popular.

9 Trying to Be a Fashionista

I understand that you want to make a statement on the hill. And let's be honest, bright colors and prominent patterns are fun to wear. But on the ski hill, your first thought should not be to make a fashion statement or impress strangers. More earthy and subdued colors are just as good looking. And no one likes a show-off!

8 Wander into the Road

This is common sense in all walks of life. Don't be that person who wanders into the road with their skis and equipment and scares the daylights out of a passing car. You're going make enemies VERY quickly and passersby will look at you with the worst kind of amusement. Say safe and stick to the sidewalk.

7 Indulging in a Little Too Much Liquid Courage

The phenomenon known as "après ski" is considered sacred in skiing culture. After a long day on the slopes, you get to indulge in a nice cold brew. However, just like in real life, you can cross the line. If you've made the horrible decision of overdrinking at the top of the hill, you will struggle to get down.

6 Don't Flirt with Those in the "Singles" Line

Not everyone comes to ski with friends or a partner. Or maybe their group is an odd number and they chose to go in the singles line. This, however, is NOT  an invitation to flirt with the lone person in the singles line. More often than not, they are not going to fall head over heels for the smoothest one-liner you have.

5 Don't Exaggerate Your Skills on the Slopes

This is more for your safety than anything. If you're a beginner, don't follow your expert friends to the ski park and attempt a backflip going at full speed.

Best case scenario: you don't have fun and/or you embarrass yourself in front of your friends. Worst case scenario: You could get seriously injured... or worse.

4 Don't Jump on the Hardest Trail Before You Get Used to the trails

This goes out to everyone who is trying out a new mountain. Not every mountain is created equal. What you consider an easy run on one mountain might, in fact, be an expert run on another. Try to familiarize yourself with the mountain and the easier trails first. It'll give you a chance to warm up and, once you've got your footing, you can hit those expert runs.

3 Don't Ski Alone

This is another well-known safety measure. It's always best to ski with a buddy. If one of you injures yourself, you have someone who can call for help and keep you company in the meantime. Also, it's generally more fun to ski with other people.

2 Don't Skip Out on the Helmet

Helmets are indispensable safety measures. Even if you're an expert who hasn't fallen in twenty years, wear a helmet. There are constant obstacles that you need to navigate, such as trees, other skiers/snowboarders and also just falling. Helmets could be the difference between a little headache and death. Don't play macho: wear a helmet.

1 Mock Other People's Struggles

If you're the kind of person who mocks people when they fall, you're BEGGING for karma to sneak up on you. And think about it: you could be laughing at someone falling over and you realize too late that they were taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. It's best to realize that falling is part of the sport and that it will happen to everyone.