With so many ski areas in New England, choosing the "best" is simply a matter of perspective, and skiers seldom agree on what qualities make a ski area worthy of such a honor. These resorts were chosen for their appeal to those with different budget, terrain and ambiance preferences. read more
If you dream of a white Christmas, consider a Christmas ski vacation. Even when Mother Nature fails to cooperate, snow-making at the resorts will ensure that at least some of your Christmas will be white. Just about every United States ski resort offers some type of Christmas celebration. However, these resorts do a far better job at capturing the Christmas… read more
New Hampshire is a popular destination for winter sports and activities. Whether you are looking for hardcore ski trails or casual family vacation activities, there are many resorts that provide activities for guests of all skills and abilities. Winter activities can include alpine and Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, ice climbing and even dog sledding. read more
By late November things are in full swing at most American ski destinations. One way to take advantage of the four-day holiday weekend is to spend it on the slopes, and that does not necessarily mean forgoing a turkey feast either. A handful of ski resorts offer special package deals for Thanksgiving weekend, so you can have your ski trip and put the fuss of… read more
The Mount Washington Resort is a four-season resort in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire. Mount Washington is the largest mountain in the northeastern United States. The resort has both luxurious and casual lodging and dining options. Outdoor fun is a year-round event in the area, which boasts downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking, mountain biking and horseba… read more
New Hampshire may not have the same reputation for skiing as Vermont, but the state is home to a selection of ski mountains that are just as diverse. In fact, New Hampshire is home to the highest peak in the Northeast, 6,288-foot Mount… 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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