My top few:
1. Jackson Hole, WY: look here for the most diverse terrain, length of runs and excellent personal instruction that doesn't necessitate a mortgage. Jackson has become alot more expensive over the last 6 years, but the whole experience of the Tetons, the Tram, the Moose bar at the base, the Cowboy bar in town and Wyoming hospitality make this a world class hill.
2. Alta, UT has some of the best chutes, wild terrain and the Iron Horse Grill: best ski resort food you will find.
3. As Strut said, Brianhead has some of the best powder at a decent price, and lodging is much cheaper than at most serious ski areas around.
4. I'm anti-snow board (cause they wreck my damn moguls), but Brighton is probably one of the most board-friendly in the country. It's also an incredible place for early morning POWDER from hell!
5. Winter Park/Mary Jane, CO is one of my all-time favorites. You get the huge terrain, runs for any level of experience, and faster/shorter lines than most anywhere in Colorado.
If you want a seriously diverse ski trip though, try a week in Salt Lake City. You can be at any of 15 ski resorts within 45 minutes or so. Most hotels in SLC have shuttles that will get you in and out quick.
http://www.utah.com/ski/resorts/
1. Jackson Hole, WY: look here for the most diverse terrain, length of runs and excellent personal instruction that doesn't necessitate a mortgage. Jackson has become alot more expensive over the last 6 years, but the whole experience of the Tetons, the Tram, the Moose bar at the base, the Cowboy bar in town and Wyoming hospitality make this a world class hill.
2. Alta, UT has some of the best chutes, wild terrain and the Iron Horse Grill: best ski resort food you will find.
3. As Strut said, Brianhead has some of the best powder at a decent price, and lodging is much cheaper than at most serious ski areas around.
4. I'm anti-snow board (cause they wreck my damn moguls), but Brighton is probably one of the most board-friendly in the country. It's also an incredible place for early morning POWDER from hell!
5. Winter Park/Mary Jane, CO is one of my all-time favorites. You get the huge terrain, runs for any level of experience, and faster/shorter lines than most anywhere in Colorado.
If you want a seriously diverse ski trip though, try a week in Salt Lake City. You can be at any of 15 ski resorts within 45 minutes or so. Most hotels in SLC have shuttles that will get you in and out quick.
http://www.utah.com/ski/resorts/
Check out http://www.whistler-blackcomb.com
Lady, Winter park is a good place for newbies.
I lived in CO for 4 years and had a Colorado pass for 3 years. My favorite place by far was Vail. The slopes are wide open and they have many wide open gradual slopes for the beginners. Vail is also a great place to shop and party Angelle, but you probably don't do either
What ever you decide hope you have a great SAFE trip.
I lived in CO for 4 years and had a Colorado pass for 3 years. My favorite place by far was Vail. The slopes are wide open and they have many wide open gradual slopes for the beginners. Vail is also a great place to shop and party Angelle, but you probably don't do either
What ever you decide hope you have a great SAFE trip.
Angelle, if you do plan on going to CO to ski, this is an awesome way to go:
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Other great deals here,Nice deals just depends on when you plan to go. If you do go during peak season I would suggest you book through a travel agent because they can get you the best deals during that time of the season.
Perfect 10: Ski 5 different resorts for less than $35 per day!
Purchase the Perfect 10 and get 10 days of skiing or riding at Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Heavenly resorts for only $349 per adult and $199 per child (ages 5-12). Ski any combination of days at any resort all season long, as long as you use your first day before January 31, 2004. You must use one of the Perfect 10 days on or before January 31, 2004 or all Perfect 10 tickets are void. Not valid December 19, 2003-January 3, 2004.* Purchase Online Now
You can stay at 1 resort or goto several.
Perfect10
Other great deals here,Nice deals just depends on when you plan to go. If you do go during peak season I would suggest you book through a travel agent because they can get you the best deals during that time of the season.
