Salt Lake City should have the reputation as a top-flight ski vacation destination, because it is. It’s a wonderful home base for a Utah ski vacation. It’s the largest U.S. city near major ski resorts. Not just one ski area, but nine. Yes – nine major ski areas less than an hour from downtown Salt […]
Let’s face it: Skiing on a budget as well as snowboarding can be challenging. First, you have to travel to the ski resort, usually via a long car drive or a costly flight. Next, you must find quality lodging near the slopes at an affordable price. Then, you need to track down a local ski […]
Arizona Snowbowl has been one of the West’s best-kept skiing secrets for more than eight decades. The resort just outside of Flagstaff, is only two hours from Phoenix and is one of the oldest, continually operating ski destinations in the United States. With 777 skiable acres, 48 lift-served trails, and seven hike-to expert trails, Arizona […]
In the past, taking a ski vacation usually began with a lengthy car trip through the mountains from your home to the ski resort. In recent years, airports near ski resorts have upgraded facilities and expanded airline service to accommodate the larger planes of major airlines. Ticket prices are becoming more and more affordable in […]
Lots of ski resorts run promotions where young children can ski for free, usually with a paid adult lift ticket or overnight lodging stay. This is a wonderful money-saving deal for parents who want to get their youngster on the slopes. But what about older children? Most ski-for-free deals are for young children, but what […]
Choosing to have Aspen Snowmass ski rental delivery to your hotel or condo is a convenient and time-saving option for those who are planning to rent while visiting. Opting to have your skis delivered to your hotel or condo means that you don’t have to spend time trekking to the ski shop for your gear. […]
To get the most out of your ski vacation, you’ll want to be in shape. First, you don’t want to be huffing and puffing on your first run. Second, and most important, you want to avoid sustaining an injury of any kind. Lastly, you want to look good in that ski gear, right? If you […]
Is waxing waning? A new, waxless base treatment has hit the market recently and it’s gaining favor with ski technicians as well as hardcore skiers and snowboarders as a fresh alternative to conventional waxing. The product – known as Phantom – is a one-time application that replaces traditional wax and is permanent. Yes, apply it […]
A new world-class, year-round action sports and ski resort just outside of Park City is coming to Utah this winter. Construction crews have been working since September 2018 to complete the innovative project that covers a 125-acre plot off Kilby Road, two miles east of Parley’s Summit off Interstate 80. The area, formerly known as […]
Thanks to favorable November weather and aggressive snowmaking at the resort, Shawnee Mountain will open for early season skiing and snowboarding this weekend, Nov. 23-24. The ski resort – located at Shawnee-on-Delaware, Pennsylvania – plans to open nine trails ranging from beginner to expert level. According to the resort, trails opening this weekend will include […]
Ski Butlers delivery service has unveiled a new robotic tuning machine and new signature lines of Rossignol skis for the 2019-20 ski season, the company announced recently. The improvements, along with a slew of rental specials, highlight the coming season for the ski rental company that provides service at 48 ski resorts in North America […]
Vail Resorts, Inc. (MTN), has finalized its merger with Peak Resorts (SKIS), adding 17 ski destinations in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest to its portfolio, the company announced recently. According to officials, the deal was closed in September 2019 for $11 per share. The company has also unveiled plans to invest close to $15 million […]
Head to Copper Mountain this winter and you’re bound to notice a few improvements, both on the mountain and at the base of the ski resort. Construction crews have been busy over the summer, completing several multi-million-dollar projects for the 2019-20 season. With new ski lifts, new terrain parks and new lodging on the way, […]
Nestled on the California/Nevada border, Heavenly Ski Resort has long been a local’s favorite for big powder, breathtaking views and challenging terrain. There are a number of qualified Heavenly Mountain ski rental outfitters in the South Lake Tahoe area that can get you on the slopes in style at an affordable price. No matter your […]
There are plenty of quality Park City ski rental and snowboard rental shops that can get you ready for a mountain adventure with top-of-the-line equipment and gear rentals. Most Park City ski rental outfitters offer personalized all-in-one service for ski vacationers: skis, snowboards, poles, helmets, goggles, boots, bindings, gloves, clothing layers and heavy outerwear. Shop […]