Tag: skiing
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Skiing and Snowboarding in the French Alps by Train
Whether you’re a seasoned skier or someone who just likes to dabble, trying a new ski resort and exploring new terrain is always exciting. But instead of heading to Park City again, why not try something completely different, like the French Alps? I took my first international snowboarding trip to the French Alps last March…
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7 Epic Things You Can Do in Tahoe South Without a Car
While fresh mountain air and enticing slopes are appealing to most intrepid adventurers, ski resorts aren’t always the easiest places to get to without a car. If you’re looking for a ski destination you can do sans vehicle, Tahoe South makes it easy to hit the slopes and get in some turns. If the mountains…
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Active Adventures in Santa Fe, New Mexico
With its dramatic scenery, Santa Fe appeals to travelers seeking bold beauty. Art appreciators are attracted to this section of Northern New Mexico like bees to honey, thanks to a wealth of world-class museums and hundreds of galleries. For the outdoor adventurer, Santa Fe presents the ultimate getaway. You can cycle and ski all morning…
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Exploring the Powder Highway: Fernie B.C.
If you’ve been finding yourself daydreaming about your next ski vacation, I have the perfect itinerary to cure your powder fever. Fernie B.C. is the perfect Canadian winter escape, balancing history with modern comforts and ruggedness with charm. I discovered the area after rumors of the Powder Highway and Fernie’s five alpine bowls tempted me…
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The Local’s Guide to Adventure in Bellingham, WA
In the far Northwest corner of the contiguous United States, sandwiched between the Salish Sea and the North Cascades, lies the small city of Bellingham. A unique blend of gritty fishing town and hippy college town, Bellingham is above all an outdoor lover’s paradise. Mountain bikers, skiers, snowboarders, kayakers, hikers, trail runners – they all…
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A Winter Green Getaway: What to Do in Park City, Utah
When the temperature drops and daylight disappears in a blink, it’s all the more reason to head to Park City, Utah. The destination with “the greatest snow on earth” replaces Manhattan’s gray skyscrapers and dirty slush with soaring vistas, pure mountain air and an eclectic range of local eco-luxury haunts. Park City has transformed from…