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Outside Magazine lists the best ski resorts in North America
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With snow already falling all over the U.S., it is clear that ski season is in full swing, and with winter still more than a ...The 10 most-affordable ski spots in North America
Skiing, like polo and yachting, is a rich man's(or woman's) sport. The equipment is expensive, and in order to participate, you need to go to a specific place. In the case of skiing, this means paying ski lift fees and traveling to a pricey ski resort. The costs can add up ...Alternatives to skiing: spa, anyone?
In the interests of disclosure and transparency, I don't ski. I did a little bit of snowboarding 15 years ago, but it didn't amount to much. So, when I write about the ski deals that come across my desk, it's not lost on me that some people don't hit the slopes. The latest ...Last chance for Telluride deal closing in
Circle October 30, 2009 on your calendar. Do it twice. That's the date the Telluride Ski Resort 2009-2010 season pass sale closes – you have until Friday to lock in a savings of up to 50 percent. With plenty more people hitting the slopes this year, expect demand to ...Skiers eager to return to Colorado slopes
The travel market may be in the tank, but things are looking good for Vail Resorts. Season passes for their slopes were up 13 percent last month. Sure, some of the deals have probably helped, but the market has definitely changed over the past year. In 2008, travelers were ...Become an official ski bum!
A few days back we mentioned that Colorado was looking to claim your snow virginity, and was tempting said virgins with a free three month stay in the state, complete with accommodations, ski passes, spending cash and more. But what about us poor schlubs that popped that ...Ski season officially begins today!
The Loveland Ski Area in Colorado officially opens its slopes today, marking the start of the ski season in North America. The resort will open its doors at 9 AM local time, greeting the first eager ski bums and bunnies of the year with 18 inches of fresh powder. For ...Get married at Colorado's Keystone Resort and get free season ski pass
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Skiing couples looking to get married on a mountain should look into Keystone Resort in Colorado. Couples who host a ...Ski resort adds mandatory helmet rule
Following the tragic death of actress Natasha Richardson at Quebec's Mont Tremblant ski resort in 2009, the Canadian company that manages the park is imposing a mandatory helmet rule at all its North American resorts for the upcoming season. Intrawest, the company that ...Ten Finnish festivals to finish the year
We're into the home stretch on 2009, with only three months left to enjoy. Then, the calendar page flips over, and we take on 2010. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways left to make the rest of this year memorable. In Finland, home to some of the strangest celebrations on ...Recession Over! $1300 ski boots arrive in time for ski season!
Economic conditions around the globe remain fragile at best, and most experts feel that it'll be 2010 before things start to turn around. But don't tell that to the Apex Sports Group, who are preparing to release the "most expensive ski boot in the world" next month, with ...Girls' getaway at The Osprey offers more than the norm
Ladies, give yourselves a break this winter. As you plan your next girls getaway, keep The Osprey at Beaver Creek in mind. This RockResort is the closest hotel to a chairlift in North America, and its post-New Year escape package is sure to put you in a room. From January 6 ...University in Virginia opens year-round ski slopes
It's always been that, at their most basic, skiing and snowboarding require two things - some sort of skis or a board and of course, snow. And snow usually requires precipitation and a sufficiently cold temperature(this concludes today's lesson in meteorological science). ...National Parks host final free weekend of the summer
As we've mentioned a couple of times this summer, the National Park Service has designated several weekends as "fee free", meaning we can get into any and all national parks and monuments without paying the usual entry fees. This weekend, August 15-16, is the final free ...Ten amazing "green" adventures
Eco-adventures are all the rage these days with environmentally conscious travelers choosing to visit far flung places, all the while fully aware of the size of their carbon footprint. They want an amazing travel experience, and are willing to go to great lengths to get it, ...Creating the perfect "liecation" - and how to prevent getting busted
So, you read our little story on the new trend of "liecations", and you too want to create your own little fake vacation? Well, even though the whole thing is incredibly tacky, and downright stupid, we know the economy is tough, and a trip abroad might not be possible this ...Pricing is out for Telluride ski season
It's hard to think about the slopes right now. The sun is beating down, and sweat is a part of daily life. But, there are a few people out there whose minds still drift to mountain tops and a chill in the air. Well, we just got a step closer to ski season: Telluride Ski ...Summer snow-tubing at Keystone Resort
Bikini ski contest a huge hit in the French Alps
Five national parks to hit this weekend
Yesterday we mentioned that the National Park Service has waived all entry fees to every national park this weekend, and while that may increase the crowds in places like Yellowstone and Yosemite, there are still plenty of great parks that you can visit that will remain ...
