tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87618294548096465102026-03-03T00:25:49.179-08:00SKI VACATIONSAshleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-76320916410940004562011-06-03T03:27:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:27:47.915-07:00Wintergreen Resort Ski VacationWintergreen Resort Ski Vacation
Known as the single best ski resort in the South,
Wintergreen Resort in Virginia has quite a bit to offer
skiers. Featuring 11,000 acres with 19 trails,
Wintergreen has a top elevation of 3516 feet, with a
1003 foot vertical drop. Beginners, intermediates,
and experts will all find suitable trails at Wintergreen
Resort.
To accommodate skiers, there are sixAshleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-77800454534423130152011-06-03T03:26:00.003-07:002011-06-03T03:26:57.438-07:00The Great Aspen Resort Ski VacationsThe Great Aspen Resort Ski Vacations
When you think of all the ski resorts in the world one
of them stands out inyour mind. Aspen offers a
variety of ski areas for all levels and it covers
4,500 acres or more spread over four mountains.
This resort is known for itsnightlife because of the
downtown area and the quieter Snowmass resort area
has something to offer everyone.
Aspen provides allAshleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-29035915496235246592011-06-03T03:26:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:26:36.647-07:00Tennessee Ski VacationsTennessee Ski Vacations
Located near Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Ober
Gatlinburg is the only ski resort in the state. It is
more than just a ski resort, however. It is a complete
family vacation spot with an amusement park, indoor
ice skating, a bungee tower, an alpine slide, and
many other activities and attractions – there is
something to please everyone.
With an elevation of 3301 feet, and Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-83783949135395309902011-06-03T03:25:00.003-07:002011-06-03T03:25:48.259-07:00Tahoe Ski VacationsTahoe Ski Vacations
If you are planning a ski vacation and there are
beginners in your group, or you are a beginner
yourself, you should definitely consider Tahoe
Donner in Truckee, California for your ski vacation.
Since 1971, when construction first began at Tahoe
Donner, the area has come to be known as a world
class cross country ski center, but beginners are
still welcome, and this Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-72445828644599704002011-06-03T03:25:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:25:16.464-07:00Ski Vacations with Ski ClubsSki Vacations with Ski Clubs
There are many different types of clubs throughout
the world. In fact, there is a club or organization for
just about everything that you can imagine! Skiing is
no exception. Ski clubs are a great way to learn new
things, and to go on ski vacations with other
members. In fact, ski club members often get
discounted rates on ski vacation packages.
No matter Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-86195566380113416732011-06-03T03:19:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:19:00.113-07:00Ski Vacations – What To PackSki Vacations – What To Pack
If you will be traveling for a ski vacation, it is often
difficult to know what to pack. You may not even
have a problem knowing what to pack, but instead
have a problem figuring how to get everything that
you need from your home to your destination. Skis
do not easily fit into suitcases, and if you are flying,
this presents a huge problem.
Start by knowing Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-85351992057902122352011-06-03T03:18:00.003-07:002011-06-03T03:18:33.976-07:00Ski Vacations on a BudgetSki Vacations on a Budget
When you start thinking about ski vacations, you will
find a lot of information about various resorts and
packages. Finding terrific vacation spots isn't difficult,
however, finding ski vacations that fit into your budget
can be a challenge.
To save money, look for lesser known resorts. This
doesn’t mean that these resorts won’t provide you
with a fun vacation – Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-54583926358902705982011-06-03T03:18:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:18:17.051-07:00Ski Vacations – Learning How To SkiSki Vacations – Learning How To Ski
If your family wants to go skiing on your next
vacation, but you don’t know how to ski, go ahead
and plan that ski vacation anyway! You can learn
how to ski, and you will have a great time doing it.
You don’t even need to know the first thing about
skiing before you arrive at the resort – all of the
knowledge you will need is there waiting for you,
and Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-64126725182635245922011-06-03T03:17:00.005-07:002011-06-03T03:17:59.379-07:00Red River Ski VacationsRed River Ski Vacations
Red River, New Mexico is home to one of the most
popular ski resorts in the United States, and has
been for many decades. The resort offers six chair
lifts and one surface lift, and the trails are equally
divided for beginners, intermediates, and experts.
Top elevation at Red River is 10354 feet, and the
vertical drop down the face of the mountain is 1601
feet. Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-29855079718192306132011-06-03T03:17:00.003-07:002011-06-03T03:17:36.908-07:00Ski Vacations at Solitude Mountain Resort, UtahSki Vacations at Solitude Mountain Resort, Utah
If you are looking for the ultimate Utah ski vacation,
Solitude Mountain Resort has everything that you
could want or need. During the early 1900’s, the
area was full of silver miners, who gave the area its
famous name. Today, the area is covered with
skiers – but the crowds are rather light.
The area became a skier’s paradise in 1957. It wasAshleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-84694241794220442672011-06-03T03:17:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:17:13.947-07:00Planning a Family Ski VacationPlanning a Family Ski Vacation
It’s time to plan the family vacation – and everyone
wants to go skiing. Don’t worry, skiing isn’t as
expensive as you might think, and there are
numerous resorts that cater to families, offering a
variety of packages designed to save you money.
The problem will be choosing the destination.
Most ski resorts have websites. Start the planning
process by Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-84841319984450818362011-06-03T03:16:00.009-07:002011-06-03T03:16:54.514-07:00Oregon Ski VacationsOregon Ski Vacations
Oregon is famous for the ski slopes found around the
state, and if you are planning a ski vacation, you
should definitely consider Timberline Lodge, located
near Mt. Hood in Oregon. There is quite a bit of
history in the area, starting with the lodge that was
built during the Great Depression by a master
craftsman. The Timberline Lodge also has a bit of
more recent Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-88390214118808712112011-06-03T03:16:00.003-07:002011-06-03T03:16:33.984-07:00Okanagan Mountain Range Ski VacationsOkanagan Mountain Range Ski Vacations
Okanagan is a mountain range that runs through
valleys close to three mountain ranges.During the
summer this is the perfect place to do some camping,
but when winter hits you will have great skiing
weather and conditions. There are small resorts that
are scattered throughout the area. The climate here
will make for great skiing down the slopes andAshleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-17471090941814072262011-06-03T03:16:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:16:10.267-07:00Nub’s Nob Ski VacationsNub’s Nob Ski Vacations
If you will be in Michigan, you should definitely visit
Nub’s Nob Ski Resort. Nub’s Nob has what is
considered to be the Midwest’s best snow, and the
resort has a reputation for being a family friendly
mountain. Generations of families have brought their
children here for their very first ski run.
The mountain layout is fairly simple with an elevation
of 1338 feetAshleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-37017322438930797472011-06-03T03:15:00.005-07:002011-06-03T03:15:50.404-07:00Mount Snow Ski VacationsMount Snow Ski Vacations
Mount Snow, located in Vermont, is the one of the
largest ski resorts in the Eastern United States.
Featuring 26 lifts and more than 135 trails, the top
elevation at Mount Snow is 3600 feet, with a vertical
drop of 1700 feet. There are 20 chair lifts and six
surface lifts available.
Snowboarders are welcome at Mount Snow, and
there is a ‘kids only’ terrain park asAshleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-89863696697479544072011-06-03T03:15:00.003-07:002011-06-03T03:15:31.360-07:00Lost Valley Ski VacationsLost Valley Ski Vacations
If you will be traveling to the North East, you must
not miss Lost Valley Ski Resort. Located on 300
acres in the middle of Maine, the resort offers many
different types of terrain, hills, streams, bridges, and
fifteen well maintained trail systems.
The Lost Valley Resort is best suited to beginners
and intermediate skiers, but there are more thrilling
trails Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-49955543062603713342011-06-03T03:15:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:15:08.014-07:00Italy Ski VacationsItaly Ski Vacations
If you will be in Italy, you should definitely visit
Limone. Limone is one of Italy’s oldest ski areas,
and it is a very old village with a twelfth century
church and many other old buildings. The town is
located near the French border, and is only about
thirty miles from Nice.
At Limone, you will experience a real taste of old
Italy. The nightlife has a lot to offer,Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-71019119869720871842011-06-03T03:14:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:14:48.842-07:00Holiday Mountain Ski VacationsHoliday Mountain Ski Vacations
Holiday Mountain, located in New York, is a popular
area for skiing. Even though the highest elevation is
only 1300 feet, and the vertical drop is only 400 feet,
this area is a popular place for the younger crowd,
and it is definitely a great place to learn how to ski.
There are eight lifts, including three chair lifts and five
surface lifts. There are 15 Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-19657375089534017242011-06-03T03:12:00.003-07:002011-06-03T03:12:25.330-07:00Fun Valley Ski VacationsFun Valley Ski Vacations
If you are looking for a great place to go for your
family ski vacation, Fun Valley, Iowa is the place to
go. This resort caters to families and beginner level
skiers, but it is also great for intermediate and expert
skiers as well. There is something to suit all levels at
Fun Valley.
The top elevation at Fun Valley is 1201 feet, with a
vertical drop of 200 feet.Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-40751102458885920322011-06-03T03:12:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:12:06.196-07:00Frost Fire Mountain Ski VacationsFrost Fire Mountain Ski Vacations
For the ultimate family ski vacation, you must visit
Frost Fire Mountain in North Dakota. Located near
Walhalla, the resort features three lifts, including two
chair lifts and one surface lift, 25 acres, and ten trails
for beginners, intermediates and experts. The top
elevation is 1346 feet, with a vertical drop of 345 feet.
Although this is not a large Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-63794018553174840652011-06-03T03:11:00.003-07:002011-06-03T03:11:39.729-07:00Durango Mountain Resort Ski VacationsDurango Mountain Resort Ski Vacations
Featuring more than 2500 acres of ski area and 75
trails, Durango Mountain Ski Resort has much to
offer skiers of all levels. The resort claims that there
are approximately two people per acre on their
slopes during operation hours. The crowds are small,
and lift lines do not exist.
Located in Colorado, the top elevation is 10822 feet
with a 2030 Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-9956013730058193422011-06-03T03:11:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:11:17.683-07:00Crystal Mountain Ski VacationsCrystal Mountain Ski Vacations
If you are in or near Washington State, you should
definitely check out Crystal Mountain. With an
elevation of 7004 feet and a vertical drop of 3102 feet,
Crystal Mountain actually sits below Mount Rainier,
which has a top elevation of 14,408 feet. Between
the months of November and April, several feet of
fresh powder falls on Crystal Mountain, due to the
Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-12907103667412709502011-06-03T03:10:00.003-07:002011-06-03T03:10:55.129-07:00Big Sky Ski Vacations-MONTANABig Sky Ski Vacations
With all that Big Sky, Montana has to offer skiers, it
is amazing that so few know about its existence!
Known for its wide open slopes and short lift lines,
Big Sky Ski Resort has one of the largest lift served
vertical drops in the United States. Over 5300 acres
of ski slopes and trails await skiers, with over 33 feet
of snowfall each season.
Big Sky Ski Resort Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-51768224854420043972011-06-03T03:10:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:10:14.017-07:00Aspen Ski VacationsAspen Ski Vacations
Aspen Mountain has long been known as the playpen
of the rich and famous – and it is. But it is also a
great place to take a family ski vacation. Christmas
in Aspen is especially wonderful! Aspen Mountain
rises above the town of Aspen, with a top elevation
of 11215 feet and a vertical drop of 3269 feet. There
are 76 trails suitable for beginners, intermediates,
and Ashleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761829454809646510.post-26318135371330077612011-06-03T03:09:00.001-07:002011-06-03T03:09:50.658-07:00Alaska Ski VacationsAlaska Ski Vacations
Alaska, which has always been a source of awe and
mystery, has some of the best skiing in the world,
and the Alyeska Resort is one of the finest resorts
in the state. With a top elevation of 2751 feet and a
2501 vertical drop, the area gets an average of 631
inches of snow annually.
Although this is some of the best skiing in the world,
you won’t find the slopesAshleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06257248006310941302noreply@blogger.com0