27th Sep 2007
Our man on the piste knows the hottest, of the chilliest spots
Ski season has begun! Breckenridge, Colorado has already reported snowfall,
signalling the start of a great snow season. Virgin Holidays’ resorts
in the USA & Canada are perfect for seasoned winter sports enthusiasts
and beginners alike, with powder virtually guaranteed all season.
Readings on the Virgin Snow ski season thermometer:
Sizzling: Jasper from £529
A flight to Calgary and drive to Jasper, nestled in the Rockies, offers a snow
experience second to none. The resort is perfect for beginners, as one
of the least crowded in North America.
Scorching: New Hampshire from £559
Skiing in New Hampshire is exhilarating on any one of the 6 mountains. Discounted
salopettes can be picked up in one of the outlet malls en route from Boston airport. The
ski resorts go the extra mile. Merrill farm resort even provides complementary
après ski refreshments, perfect after a full day on the slopes.
Sweltering: Banff from £639
Just an hour and a half from Calgary, Banff is an area of outstanding natural
beauty with a whopping 264 inches of annual snowfall a year. Banff is also
a great launch pad for viewing the Northern Lights. The 4-day excursion
is available at time of booking, and is a must for visitors to the area.
Piping: Lake
Tahoe from £669
A great resort for those looking to ski and socialise, the lake straddles California
and Nevada, making the East side an ideal place for casino fun. A ‘Saturday
Night Dixie Paddle Steamer Dinner Dance Cruise’, arranged by our man on
the piste, provides stunning views across Lake Tahoe and an evening to remember.
Roasting: Tremblant from £679
Perfect for snowboarders, Tremblant features the Nintendo park; 18 acres of
ramps, modules and jumps plus a 6m half pipe - not for the faint hearted. The
resort also has a great ski school for beginners and a school for the kids.
Volcanic: Whistler from £739
With over 200 runs, and the longest ski season in Canada, Whistler is a great
place to experience the Canadian snow scene. Whistler village is packed
full of après ski fun with bars, restaurants, and shops to explore after
a long days skiing. For adrenalin junkies Virgin Holidays offers Ziptrekking – flying
through the Whistler treetops on a zip line.
To book call 0871 222 0308 or visit www.virginholidays.com/snow
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