Lift access isn't cheap and ski vacations can get quite expensive. Whether you're a solo skier trying to cut costs to allow for an extra trip or two during the season, or a family man trying to find a way to afford a ski vacation for the whole family, cutting costs may mean the difference between a trip to the destination resort you've been drooling over and… read more
Alpine skiing is the perfect cure for the winter blues. However, it is also one of the most expensive recreational sports. Fortunately, with a bit of insider's savvy, as well as some careful planning, you can find clever ways to go skiing for cheap. read more
Wood was the first material used to create skis. From prehistoric skis to planks nipped by children to be fashioned into cheap skis, the wood snow ski--now rarely in production and becoming difficult to find--has a rich and storied history. read more
While the price of a one-day lift ticket at some resorts, such as Vail and Aspen, is edging close to $100, it is still possible to ski for less money at some resorts, even in big ski states such as Colorado. Usually, getting a cheaper lift ticket means skiing at a smaller resort, but these resorts, in addition to offering cheaper prices, are also often less… read more
Colorado is home to more than 26 ski areas and resorts spread throughout its high country area. Locals and tourists alike gather to hit the slopes in this popular winter and early spring vacation destination. Aside from skiing and snowboarding, the resorts around the Colorado Rockies offer a variety of leisure attractions, including sightseeing tours plus wa… read more
Some of the world's best skiing is in Switzerland, which is serviced by a highly efficient European train system. The season begins in early December and ends in late April. Boasting more than 120 ski resorts, Switzerland's favorite na… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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