Take a Snow Day: A Winter Vacation in Breckenridge, Colorado
The west coast of the United States has its share of snow-capped mountains and ski resorts, but when you really want to get away from it all, there’s really no…
Whistler, Canada: An Eco-Friendly Destination for Your Green Travel Bucket List
Imposing mountain vistas, sparkling rivers and lakes, ancient forests and fresh mountain air make Whistler, Canada, a leading environmentally-friendly destination for nature lovers and thrillseekers alike. Aside from its abundance…
Why You Don’t Want to Miss the World Ski and Snowboard Festival in Whistler, Canada
“I’ve had a deep love affair with skiing for many years.” – John Denver There are a lot of people out there that are captivated by the soul moving effect…
Bobsleighing: Taking a Ride on the Fastest Track Allowed for Non-Athletes
The Winter Olympics are full of adrenaline-pumping sports, and bobsledding is no exception. With athletes traveling at speeds over one hundred miles an hour, it is heart-stopping just to watch…
22 Ways to Rock Winter in Jackson Hole on a Budget
My stay was hosted by Motel 6. Opinions are my own. Nestled in a valley and surrounded by the majestic, snow capped Tetons, Jackson Hole, Wyoming is a gateway to…
Mountain High: LA’s Snowcapped Sierra Mountain Ski Resort
Well, it is no secret that Southern California has seen decidedly less snowfall this winter than the previous winter. Thanks to La Niña, the east coast is seeing record subzero…
Mountain High: Where Los Angeles Goes to Ski
This winter, California has seen an unprecedented amount of snowfall. Everywhere from Tahoe to Big Bear has seen record breaking snow showers, and Mountain High Resort in Wrightwood, CA is…
Why Life is Better with a Little Snow
Do you live for winter? Or do you hate it so much you consider yourself to have chionophobia, a fear of snow? If you live somewhere that doesn’t receive snow,…
Winter Activities Around the Country…That Don’t Involve Skiing
If you don’t ski or snowboard, winter can feel like an endless season of boring. Instead of hiding in the lodge on your winter vacation, wishing away all that snow,…
Toddler Shreds the Gnar with the Help of Whistler Ski School
Each year in March, our family takes an annual trip to Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada. In March of 2009, Ben and I took our annual ski vacation and…