Snow Places -- Family Vacations with Snow.

Snow PlacesIt is all about having fun family vacation in the snow. From the Green Mountains and the White Mountains to the ancient Laurentians of Eastern Canada and from rugged Colorado Rockies to awesome Canadian Rockies, family fun with snow awaits. At the top of the list Alpine skiing and boarding followed by cross country skiing, tubing, tobogganing, snow shoeing, dog sledding, snowmobile riding, sledding, ice fishing, ice climbing and ice skating. Enroll in ski lessons; sign up for boarding school. It’s all about having fun with your kids.
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California: Lake Tahoe, The Resort Squaw Creek - Mountain Hiking, Golf, and a Waterslide.

Ride on an exclusive chairlift; swim in one of three heated pools; slide down a 120-foot water slide; play 18 on a championship golf course; bike along the Truckee River bike path to Tahoe City; trails around Squaw Valley's peaks; spend the day at the spa; ski, skate or sled once the snow arrives. [Read More]

Minnesota: Otter Tail Country, Family Vacation Ideas - Lakes, Loons, and No Lines - Except for Fishing.

No crowds, no stress, the area may be enjoyed in all seasons but is most lively during the summer season. It is a secret family vacation spot with cabins, B & Bs, lodges and resorts tucked away in the woods by lakes and streams or at the edge of a flower covered meadow. Some roads have no names and every other car has a boat or a canoe. Lakes yield fish and nights make star gazing exceptional - no schedules required, having fun is easy. [Read More]

Montana: Gold Country, Family Vacation Ideas, Ghost Towns, Gemstones and Cowboy Stories.

Known for crisp dry air and an abundance of snow, Montana welcomes families to winter heaven and provides oodles of snow vacation options. From ice climbing, ice fishing, ice hockey, ice sailing, ice skating, and speed skating to snowmobiling, snowshoeing, snow skiing, dog sledding, snow sledding, snow cycling and sleigh rides. Montana has the “good stuff” for a family vacation in any season. Summers bring rodeos, rock hounding, fly fishing, cattle drives, horseback adventures and living history. [Read More]

California: Tahoe, Family Vacation Ideas – Summer Mountain Hikes, Cool Shakespeare, and Water Sports.

Even in the summer months snow drapes the craggy Sierra Nevada Mountains framing the magical blue of Lake Tahoe. Spanning two states, California and Nevada, the lake and surrounding area provide sun-kissed days, awesome sunsets, starry nights and Nevada-style nightlife. From hiking and backpacking to mountain biking, kayaking and sailing, the choices are endless. Try horseback riding or go fly fishing; arrange a boat tour or ascend in a hot-air balloon; escape by jeep or relax at a spa, summer in the mountains at the lake is the best. [Read More]

New Jersey: Vernon, Crystal Springs Resort and Spa, New Trends In Family Vacations.

Weekend travel is taking the top spot, as families prefer quick getaways and more frequent trips. Longer stays for a week or more are declining.* This fact comes from a recent study conducted by the Travel Industry Association (TIA). It comes as no surprise, since the average family now has both parents working full-time and they are constantly juggling the many activities that their children are involved in on a weekly basis. This type of schedule leaves little or no time for families to relax. [Read More]

SnowPlaces: Snow Fun 101.

Everyone needs to enjoy more and stress less. Interview a seven-year–old and you will get the drift. The old ideas have been reinvented by the current generation. The fun factor has not been diminished. [Read More]

North Carolina: Boone, Snow Tubing and Ice Skating.

Our family plan was to find a place to go snow tubing together and a keyword search turned up Boone. True we knew nothing about snow tubing but the idea seemed definitively family friendly; the ideal combination for a family winter snow adventure in the mountains. [Read More]

Minnesota: Minneapolis, Family Vacation Ideas - Snowshoes, Puppets and a Monrail.

A remarkable city for a family holiday, winter in Minneapolis is primetime. From marvelous theatrical productions and inspiring museum programs to dreamy snow covered parks and tempting hot chocolate stops, the city shines.Spend any time at all in Minneapolis and smiling will be unavoidable. Voted the best in the USA for dozens of things, the ongoing results span the gamut. [Read More]

Advice: Ski School - Not Just for Sissies.

And I thought skiing was supposed to be the difficult part, for me getting fitted for boots and skis was far more stressful. I remember what seemed then gigantic black plastic things latched to my feet as I realized to my horror that I walking something like John Travolta in Battleship Earth. [Read More]

Connecticut: Ideal Snow and Perfect Skiing, Boarding and Sledding This Winter.

‘Tis the season for skiing, and Connecticut’s downhill ski areas – all of which are open – are eagerly anticipating Jack Frost’s nip and a fine, powdery blanket of snow for the season. This year, their wish may be granted. Forecasters predict prime ski conditions across New England throughout the winter. [Read More]

USA: Destination Resorts, Fun Family Winter Vacation, Skiing, Fireside Chats and a Snowman Kit.

This season imagine miles of snowy white powder high in the clouds and more fun than you can shake a ski at. Getting away with family and having fun is what winter time is all about. This season Destination Resorts locations in Aspen and Vail, Colorado as well as Lake Tahoe California welcome families to share the fun.   [Read More]

Vermont: Woodstock Inn and Resort, No-hassle Skiing for Families.

Shuttle buses from the parking lot and endless lift lines, vast slopes where friends, family, and particularly children vanish, pressure to look good and perform well, assembly line service, there are many reasons why downhill skiing can be a bummer. Not so for guests of the Woodstock Inn & Resort where Suicide Six means quality time, no-hassle downhill skiing in an European-like setting. [Read More]

Tennessee: Pigeon Forge Winterfest 2007-2008.

This annual four-month winter celebration is loaded with entertainment, special events, twinkling lights, shopping bargains and Southern mountain-style hospitality. Touring the light displays is a favorite activity for our visitors, and there’s no better or easier way than onboard our city’s Trolley Tour of Lights. [Read More]

Vermont: Woodstock, Family Vacation Ideas, Sleigh Rides, Snow Skiing and Living History.

Like a Currier & Ives picture puzzle made of 1000 pieces, the village conveys a sense of New England worthy of experiencing. Framed by history and surrounded by natural beauty, the sensibly arranged shops, galleries, and antique stores, match with the landmark F.H. Gillingham & Sons General Store, making the puzzle real to visitors. Vacation activities include sleigh rides, snow shoeing, fireside stories, ski trails and snow hikes as well as shopping, antiquing, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy living history.   [Read More]

USA: Northeast, Away for the Holidays, Skiing, Sledding and Skating.

One thing is certain New England will have snow for the holidays made by Mother Nature and replenished by man. With the crisp air and the quieting white drifts families will find a full line up of snowy winter adventures. From Alpine skiing and snowboarding to sledding and tubing the slopes will be active. The snow blanketed valleys will frame trails for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Sleigh rides, ice-skating stargazing increase the ways to enjoy the winter season. I almost forgot gingerbread and hot chocolate by a cozy fire. [Read More]

Colorado: Gunnison-Crested Butte, Kids & Winter Rock.

Family-friendly is the name of the game in “Colorado’s Last Great Ski Town” where kids and winter fun just seem to go hand-in-hand. If there is a snow angel to be made, a snowball to be thrown or a sledding hill to zip down at the speed of light, there is sure to be a youngster making the most of it. Take winter merriment up a notch this season and add alpine skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating, dog sledding and more to the mix. [Read More]

USA: Ride the Rails, Celebrate the Holidays -- East of the Mississippi.

Storybook travel is pure fun and during the winter months traditional “Santa Trains,” make enjoying Christmas even better. At many stations the family holiday tradition has a new twist provided by the heart warming film version of Chris Van Allsburg’s book, The Polar Express. Featured below you will find our favorite train excursions for families. From pretend journeys to the North Pole in winter and “bunny” trains in the spring to mystery nights, spooky tales and pizza runs, taking a train with the kids is more fun than ever. All aboard! [Read More]

Ohio: Mason, Celebrate the Holidays at the Beach.

The Beach Warterpark, perfect on a hot summer day, also has a high-energy winter personality which makes it an ideal escape for families. From old-fashioned carriage ride and reindeer at Santa's Village to live bands, carolers and a production by Madcap Puppet Theater, the activities are tempting. See the Polar Express miniature train display; toboggan down Cool Runnings slide; take an Arctic paddleboat cruise. [Read More]

Vermont: Smugglers' Notch, Smugglers' Notch Resort Wild Winter Family Adventures.

Getaway for the holidays and enjoy snowy Vermont. In addition to skiing and snowboarding there is a wild side waiting for families. Listen for mush, whoosh, cheers and a zoom. Wild adventures at Smugglers' Notch Resort include dog sledding for all ages of mushers, airboarders steer rubber rafts on snow, snowshoeing to dinner on a mountain top, and motoring through Smugglers’ Notch pass on tracks. [Read More]

Snow Places: Skiing & Snowboarding with the Kids.

Most TV images people see of skiing or snowboarding show incredible athletes flying through the air, traveling at 50+m.p.h., busting through deep snow on steep terrain. Generally family snow vacations don’t include the same angles. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Mt. Hood, Oregon: Timberline Lodge

Snow reigns here in summer too! [Read More]

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Lake Tahoe, California: Resort at Squaw Creek

Enjoy our Mountain Buddies™, our comprehensive children's program. [Read More]

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Lenox, Massachusetts: Eastover Mountain Resort

Great fun for all ages of your family. We help create lastings memories through our extensive reunion planning assistance. [Read More]

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Vail, Colorado: Destination Resorts Vail

Choose from six fine lodging properties spanning economy to deluxe to ensure the perfect Colorado family vacation place. [Read More]

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Aspen, Colorado: The Gant

We welcome your family to the best Aspen Mountain offers. The resort offers 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom condominiums, all of which include a wood-burning fireplace, patio or balcony, and a fully equipped kitchen. [Read More]

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Smugglers' Notch, Vermont: Smugglers' Advantage Package

great family resort rates starting at $99 per adult per day, $85 per youth ages 3-17. [Read More]

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Davis, West Virginia: West Virginia Canaan Valley Resort

Check out our kids Stay and Ski free package. [Read More]

www.CanaanResort.com

Kings Canyon/Sequoia , California: Montecito Sequoia Lodge

Let our friendly staff take care of your family vacation. [Read More]

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Grand View Lodging Snow Tracks

Make snow tracks with your kids. [Read More]

www.proriverrunners.com

Go Ski Card New England

Go Ski Card: 14 New England Mountains for 1 Low Price, with No Blackout Dates! [Read More]

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Denver, Colorado: Grand Hyatt Denver Art Connection

Ride the Snow Train from our hotel. [Read More]

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Lake Louise, Alberta: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Treat your tribe to a fun-filled break where children stay and eat for free. [Read More]

www.fairmont.com

Quebec City, Quebec: Fairmont Le Château Frontenac

Endless winter pleasures. [Read More]

www.fairmont.com

Banff, British Columbia: Fairmont Banff Springs

Family Castle Adventure package. [Read More]

www.fairmont.com

Taos, New Mexico: Laughing Horse Inn

Children love the Laughing Horse and we love children and pets too. [Read More]

www.laughinghorseinn.com


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