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Val d'Isere, French Ski Resort, only a hop-skip-and-jump from Italy

Today, the stream of Killy's success still permeates the local village of less than 2,000 people. In and around town, you can hear locals at the outdoor market and shops still speaking his name proudly. Killy left his name and, more importantly, a great s... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson

New Village at Winter Park Resort – Unveiled

Now operating for its 69th continuous ski season, Winter Park Resort is about to open its new $100 million base village. The oldest resort in Colorado, Winter Park has had a reputation for fantastic skiing and the most consistent snow year after year, but... Read >
Author: Helen Gienke, Chalets USA

Ski Chalet Morzine

Morzine is one of the most popular ski resorts in the French Alps. Just an hour's drive away from the Geneva Cointrin Airport, Morzine is located right in the heart of Portes du Soleil- the largest ski area in Europe. Ski enthusiasts from all over the wor... Read >
Author: prasad kolte

2009 Ski Holiday Vacations - France

The French Pyrenees contains many spectacular ski resorts. One notable resort is Bareges-La Mongie, which is the second oldest resort in the country. Once used as a military training base, this is the largest ski area in the French Pyrenees, featuring ove... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer

Ski in, ski out rare find in Colorado ski resorts, USA

Ski in, ski out accommodation isn't really a concept the Americans have conquered yet, but more options are gradully creeping in to Colorado's repertoire. Most Europeans by contrast have grown up with ski in, ski out lodging as the norm. Alpine villag... Read >
Author: Helen Gienke, Chalets USA

Italian Skiing 2009 - The Dolomites

Skiers from around Europe and beyond head for Italy when the ski season hits. The Dolomites are a section of the Alps, located in northeastern Italy. While in the summer and autumn months, the Dolomites are primarily used for mountain climbing, hiking ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer

The Family Summer Escapade in Courchevel

Your children are veritably strange creatures. During winter, they wanted to visit the southern states and the beach resorts that face the sultry Caribbean Sea. At first, this need for a vacation is comprehensible because the cold winter days can be quite... Read >
Author: John Sern

Skiing Guide to Mont Blanc, France

Mont Blanc, meaning White Mountain, is the highest mountain in the Alps and Europe with its highest summit at 4,180m. Mont Blanc is unique in the sense that it has two sides, the French and Italian side. The French side houses a wonderful town at the foot... Read >
Author: James Burrows

Crystal 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. Betwee... Read >
Author: ski987

Austria Hotels have a class of their own

The awesome beauty of Alps, the architectural wonders, beautiful locales, places of interest and tourist interests Austria is an amazing country. One of the most sought-after holiday destinations, hordes of tourist make visit to Austria. Geographically, A... Read >
Author: nancy eben

Champoluc- ski is our business

Homeland for skiers and fans of mountaineering, Champoluc, in the Aosta Valley, thanks to the highest ski-slopes of all Europe, has always been one of the most popular destinations for tourists, especially in winter during the ski season, but also in summ... Read >
Author: winseode

Why Skiing Accidents May Happen Even At The Best Resorts

Skiing accidents may happen even at the best resorts. If you have adequate knowledge about the types of accidents that may happen while skiing, then you can avoid the accidents. The common types of accidents are as follows: Collision: This is one of th... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu

5 Fun Things to try in Chamonix Mont Blanc

A spotlight was first cast on Chamonix in 1924 when it held the Winter Olympics and ever since then, its popularity hasn't stopped growing. Located at the foot of Mont Blanc in Eastern France, Chamonix gives you countless experiences all within this littl... Read >
Author: James Burrows

Why Do You Have To Morzine When You Go To France

If France is on your priority list of places to be visited, and if natural beauty is what turns you on and brings out the romantic side of you, then Morzine is the town that should be highlighted in your itinerary. The scenic beauty of this place is the p... Read >
Author: mikejoe

Breckenridge, Coloado Dining Guide

When vacationing in Breckenridge, Colorado, dining and nightlife options can be somewhat daunting, especially when you consider there are over one hundred restaurants and bars in the town alone. While many visitors simply select an eatery based on its con... Read >
Author: kellyben

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