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Colorado Ski Resorts: Ruby Hill Rail Yard

On 10 January 2007, the Winter Park Resorts, together with Denver Parks and Recreation, opened their latest project to the public. Ruby Hill Rail Yard is an urban rail yard that features six rails, each configured differently to accommodate novice to advanced rail riders. This exciting new snowboard activity was created for the youth, to be able to enjoy themselves in a safe environment.

The Village of Ortisei

Imagine a skiing circuit where you can spend our entire day hopping from slope to slope, while at the same time slicing through some of the best powder to found in the Dolomite region of Northern Italy. The area in question is called the “Sella Ronda” circuit and quite simply, its offers some of the best slopes you’ll ever lay a pair of skis on.

Try Snowshoeing on Your Next Ski Vacation

Your winter vacation may involve snowshoeing or walking and hiking in the snow. The terrain that you will walk on depends on the vacation destination and your desire for adventure. People on their first winter vacation in the snow may find it more convenient to rent snowshoes till they can find something suitable and comfortable. Tubbs, Sherpa, Atlas and ORS are leading manufacturers of snowshoes.

Cross-country Skiing in Antarctica

Antarctica was long considered the “final frontier” for Alpine and Nordic skiers. In a sense this is somewhat ironic, as all of the early Antarctic explorers including Amundsen and Scott traveled on skis. Certainly snow is not a problem when one thinks of Antarctica - it’s getting there that’s been the hold-up. No longer, though, thanks to a company called Adventure Network International. Established in 1985, Salt Lake City, Utah based ANI opened up the Southern Continent to recreational tourism by providing a safe and reliable air travel and ground support network to satisfy the needs of their customers.

Ski Mont Gabriel Gears Up

The Freestyle FIS World Cup competition at Ski Mont Gabriel is about two months away and efforts are on at full steam to transform the sites, mobilize funding and volunteers as well as fine-tune the programming of the events. The resort facilities are being upgraded to meet the specifications of the International Ski Federation with an investment of a half-million dollars. The snow skiing resort has a five-year agreement with the Canadian Freestyle Ski Association and the upgrade was a part of the conditions.

Colorado Skiing Offer Five Star Resorts

Most ski resorts have a range of accommodation to suit the needs of their guests. Luxury Hotels, lodges, chalets and bed and breakfasts are found near most ski vacation resorts. Condominiums and self catering villas are suitable for families with young children.

Snow Skiing Begins!

Ski vacation resorts all over the US are opening for the 2006-2007 season! While many are scheduled to open this Thanksgiving Day weekend, some have already done so. Boreal Mountain Resort opened with attractive discounts on its Opening Day for the forthcoming ski and snowboard season on Tuesday, November 14 2006.

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