Spend time unplugged, in nature and amidst the snow with the whole family this winter. Family travelers with a penchant for skiing should consider these four spots for a ski vacation before winter ends.
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Snow King Resort, Jackson Hole, Wyoming
With nearly 600 inches of snowfall last season, it’s hard to beat ski conditions here. Snow King Mountain features long and powdery ski and board trails, a tube park and brand-new gondola with views of the Grand Tetons. The resort lies at the base of the mountain near downtown Jackson Hole, promising fun winter excursions like ice skating, wildlife tours and snowmobiling for the whole family.
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The Lake House on Canandaigua, Canandaigua, New York
Located in the Finger Lakes region of New York, this property is a cozy and nostalgic lakeside retreat. The property is also the perfect homebase for a ski trip to nearby Bristol Mountain, where snowy slopes for skiers of all levels await. The mountain features steep slopes illuminated at night and daytime Nordic trails. After a long day of skiing, head back to the Lake House and indulge in a spa treatment.
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Forest Suites Resort, South Lake Tahoe, California
This region’s 300 days of sunshine with a cold climate allow visitors to enjoy peak ski conditions. Forest Suites Resort lies in the heart of this popular ski region and welcomes guests of all ages to enjoy some much-needed relaxation both before and after hitting the slopes. The property includes spacious suites, relaxing hot tubs, and easy access to cross-country skiing and mountain snowmobiling.
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Whiteface Lodge, Lake Placid, New York
This rustic but upscale Adirondack lodge is ideal for a quiet snowy getaway. There’s no shortage of ways to unwind here; take some complimentary snowshoes to venture on neighboring trails, go ice skating, try your hand at ice fishing, enjoy tobogganing or go dogsledding. The lodge’s proximity to Whiteface Mountain also ensures easy access to 13 lifts, 96 trails and two peaks spanning 22 miles.
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