Speeding through the mountains to Megeve by helicopter, it's not hard to see why this beautiful part of the French Alps attracts sophisticated urbanites from London for an exclusive ski break.
Responding to demand for a more intimate experience, Northern Escape Heli-Skiing, located in BC's Coastal Mountain Range, has introduced the new A-Star Elite heli-ski package for winter 2014.
Spring skiing brings out the best in people. Warmer weather means warmer smiles on the slopes, and skiers tend to converse more often with each other in lift lines. It's an infectious ambiance that carries over into the lodge, and it's the perfect way to bid winter adieu.
The terms "luxurious" and "family" resort often don't coincide. Skytop Lodge is the exception. And what an exception it is.
Canyons Resort, a newly re-imagined Park City resort that's also the largest ski resort in Utah, and its marquee hotel of Waldorf Astoria Park City that offers slope side luxury in this buzzing ski town that just hosted the Sundance Film Festival.
Although skiing wasn't invented in the Alps -- the Norwegians are credited with that distinction -- the Alps are home to some of the most historic ski areas in the world.
Contemplating a Swiss ski vacation? Before you start packing, please be advised: Skiing and snowboarding aren't the only ways to embrace the many pleasures of winter in the Bernese Alps.
Despite rumors to the contrary, there is some fabulous skiing to be found east of the Mississippi River.
The essence of skiing is found not only on the slopes, but within the entire ski experience itself. After all, skiers don't travel hundreds or thousands of miles to luxurious ski destinations just for the terrain.
Montage Deer Valley is offering a new 'Ski with a Pro' program. The resort has teamed up with Park City-based Olympic professionals to offer full-day “fantasy camp” style retreats.
In addition to top-ranked skiing and riding, Park City has no shortage of luxury offerings – even at peak season – making it America's most luxurious ski destination.
Snow has already fallen in the Swiss Alps, and this combined with careful snow farming throughout the summer means that resorts will be offering some early season serious skiing.
Another year, another fantastic ski season ahead, another opportunity to tick off a bucket list item by visiting North America's #1 ski resort, Whistler Blackcomb.
