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Planning a family ski vacation can be a challenging experience. Resorts that appeal to adults may not be child-friendly, and child-friendly resorts might not have the terrain that appeals to advanced skiers and riders. Thus, when plann…
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Ski vacations are among life's most enchanting diversions; less so if you don't pack well. What you pack should be determined by the type of destination, length of the trip, the number days you will ski and whether you intend to rent…
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Skiing and snowboarding are expensive sports; there's simply no way around it. You have to buy or rent all kinds of expensive equipment, then purchase all the right clothing and accessories. Before you've even dropped one slope, you've…
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Now that airlines are charging for checked bags, many people are reconsidering the equipment they choose for a ski vacation. Even if you are driving to the resort, you will want to pick the best gear for the available terrain.
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The state of Minnesota is known for its cold winters. Its location in the upper Midwest makes the area a veritable winter wonderland during the cold months, and winter sports are a favorite pastime of residents and tourists. There are…
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Mount Snow is located in the Green Mountain Forest in West Dover, Vermont. Since Mount Snow is one of the closest ski areas to New York City, it is a popular resort for New Yorkers. Mount Snow has a full-service ski school and a number…
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When people become winter sports enthusiasts, they often realize that all of their vacation money goes to skiing and snowboarding holidays. Those who once enjoyed exploring Europe's cultural attractions may bemoan the fact that this is…
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Kids love thrills and always jump at the chance to play in the snow. Skiing offers ample doses of both. A skiing vacation is a fun and invigorating way to bond with your children. And after a day of playing on the slopes, your kids are…
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While not offering the sheer volume and variety of terrain as its neighboring states of Colorado and Utah, New Mexico does have excellent skiing to offer both the beginner and the expert. Even at the biggest resort, Taos, lift ticket p…
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There's no better winter vacation than a ski vacation--if you're prepared. Feeling the crisp mountain air on your face and floating breathlessly down the mountain can be an exciting, tranquil and fulfilling experience. But if you're ne…
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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 h…
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North Conway, New Hampshire, at the base of the Mount Washington Valley and White Mountain National Forest, is one of the destination areas for outdoor adventurers in the east. Popular activities included rock climbing on Cathedral Led…
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When people think of skiing in Colorado, Aspen is usually the first or second ski area that comes to mind. Aspen is in the Roaring Fork Valley, and the town itself sits at an elevation of 7,890 feet. Several 14,000 foot peaks are nearb…
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Train rides are an excellent way to access the slopes of Vermont from eastern metro areas. Avoid the long, grueling car trip north and relax on the way to and from your Vermont ski vacation. Amtrak offers two trains that service differ…
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Whether you are planning a winter family adventure vacation and wish to try something new, or you and your family are avid skiers, you will enjoy a family ski vacation. It is important to remember that you will spend a lot of time on t…
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