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3 of the Best American Ski Destinations

January 13th, 2011 · No Comments

One thing that America is known for is having some of the best ski destinations in the world. This guideline will provide you with a brief overview of 3 of the best ski destinations that America has to offer. Skiing is one of the most popular winter sports in the world. The National Ski and Snowboarders Retailers Association estimates that over 5.5 million people go skiing in the United States on a yearly basis. If you are looking to save some money on your ski trip, check out Luxury Link and Expedia. Those companies can help you arrange your flight, hotel stay and much more.

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Tags: Aspen · California · Colorado · Continental United States · Ski Vacations · Tourist Attractions · United States Destinations · Utah · Vacation Types

Aspen Ski Lodging: A Skiers Paradise

November 1st, 2010 · No Comments

Aspen is one of the favorite skiing destinations in the world. The beautiful snow-capped mountains make it an extremely tempting hangout for skiers. It provides 5,303 acres of open skiing area and three hundred days of glorious sunshine. This combination has not ceased to attract tourists from all over the world.

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Tags: Aspen · Colorado · Continental United States · Hotel/Motel Guide · Ski Vacations · Tourist Attractions · United States Destinations · Vacation Types

Campgrounds in Aspen Colorado

July 9th, 2010 · 2 Comments

Aspen, Colorado is more than just a skier’s paradise-it’s also an ideal spot for camping. The wondrous beauty of the mountains and forest surrounding it give it its well-deserved reputation as a first-rate campground. From all over the world, people pour in to get a taste of this exciting and unique camping experience. It’s the kind of place you’ll never get enough of.

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Tags: Aspen · Camping · Colorado · Continental United States · Ski Vacations · Tourist Attractions · United States Destinations · Vacation Types

Where To Ski Within The United States

March 11th, 2010 · No Comments

There are many places that pop up when we think of great ski destinations. Most of these places happen to be located on the West Coast in the U.S. with its great snow accumulation. For those of us that love the winter snow and the rush of flying down a mountain, skiing is definitely where it’s at. Below is a list of the greatest ski destinations in the U.S., all of which are sure to give you the thrill and excitement that you are looking for.

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Tags: Aspen · Colorado · Continental United States · Ski Vacations · United States Destinations · Vacation Types

The Best Winter Ski Vacations In The United States!

November 30th, 2009 · No Comments

According to the National Ski and Snowboarders Retailers Association, over 5.5 million individuals participated in the ski season in 2007. The average skier skied for 6.2 days and the stats were at roughly 60% male, 40% female. The median age is 33 years old! That’s a pretty good percentage for skiers in the US. If I factored in all the other skiers as well you would definitely see a major number. However, this time we are just going to do the stats and the best places to ski in the US. I’m sure most people would consider this a hard thing to do since the US has such beautiful places to visit and such amazing options when it comes to a winter ski vacation!

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Tags: Aspen · Colorado · Continental United States · Ski Vacations · United States Destinations · Utah · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips · Vacation Types