Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Ski Resorts in the U.S. and Canada

For ski resorts in America are increasingly turning their attention skiing, believing that the U.S. and the slopes of the infrastructure is better suited for this wonderful holiday than in Europe.

In the U.S. focused on the most conservative estimates, about three hundred high-end mountain resorts, and they are scattered almost all over the country, from New England to California. It is no accident that the wealthy Russian tourists are increasingly choosing a ski holiday in the U.S. and, in particular, in Aspen, one of the most comfortable ski resorts in America .


Treat yourself - spend your vacation in Aspen, Vail or Snowmass. These mountains are able to attract both beginners and professionals. If you have not yet decided where to spend your winter vacation - spend it on the stunning ski resort.

Enjoy the splendor of the mountain peaks - choose according to your wishes.
The special charm of the Victorian era, inherent in the city Aspen, Snowmass Village rare charm and striking beauty makes Colorado alpine resort of Aspen / Snowmass ski resorts in the soul of North America. Despite the popularity of this resort to such events as the Winter Extreme Games TV channel ESPN and the World Cup in alpine skiing, beautiful trails length of 509 km - that's what creates a good reputation Aspen / Snowmass.

Imagine a combination of four mountain peaks, world-class restaurants, hotels and lively nightlife, and we are sure you will agree - there can be no better. Aspen is very popular among outdoor enthusiasts and noisy entertainment. In fact, besides the excellent ski slopes in Aspen is a set of conditions in order to brighten up your leisure. Restaurants, night clubs, wellness and fitness centers, shopping and children's entertainment. The ski season in Aspen has already begun and will delight travelers until March.

In addition to the mountain, you can run on conventional skis, a snowboard to do, to make snowshoeing, dog sled ride, skate, walk down the uncharted mountains, where you will throw in a helicopter. But in the summer and lives in Aspen does not disappear - lovers on holiday in the mountains, and beauty is a wonderful place, there can play tennis, golf, rafting, horseback riding, biking, and make even fly in a balloon.
Your attention to Aspen are four mountain peaks.

Aspen Mountain. Specifications.
Season: November to April
Base elevation: 7,945 ft. / 2,422 m.
Summit elevation: 11,212 ft. / 3,417 m.
Vertical rise: 3,267 ft./996 m.
Terrain: 673 acres/270 hectares
Number of trails: 76
Miles / km of trails: 64 miles/103 km
Longest run: 3 miles/4.8 km
Trails: easiest 0%, more difficult 35%, most difficult 35%, expert 30%
Annual snowfall: 300 inches/762 cm
Snowmaking: 210 acres/84 hectares

Aspen Highlands. Specifications.
Season: December to April
Base elevation: 8,040 ft. / 2,451 m.
Summit elevation: 11,675 ft. / 3,559 m.
Vertical rise: 3,635 ft. / 1,108 m.
Terrain: 720 acres/280 hectares
Number of trails: 115, 20% beginner, 33% intermediae, 17% advanced, 30% expert.
Miles / km of trails: 65 miles/105 km
Longest run: 3.5 miles/5.6 km
Trails: easiest 20%, more difficult 33%, most difficult 17%, expert 30%.
Annual snowfall: 300 inches/762 cm
Snowmaking: 110 acres/44 hectares
Lifts: 4 total - three high-speed quad chairs, one triple chair
Lift capacity: 5,400 riders / hour

Snowmass. Specifications.
Season: November to April
Base elevation: 8,104 ft. / 2,473 m.
Summit elevation: 12,510 ft. / 3,813 m.
Vertical rise: 4,406 ft. / 1,343 m.
Terrain: 3,010 acres / 1,218 hectares
Number of trails: 84
Miles / km of trails: 137 miles/220 km
Longest run: 5.05 miles/8.2 km
Trails: easiest 7%, more difficult 55%, most difficult 18%, expert20%.
Annual snowfall: 300 inches/762 cm
Snowmaking: 180 acres/73 hectares

Buttermilk. Specifications.
Season: December to April
Base elevation: 7,870 ft. / 2,399 m.
Summit elevation: 9,900 ft. / 3,018 m.
Vertical rise: 2,030 ft./619 m.
Terrain: 420 acres/168 hectares
Number of trails: 42, 35% beginner, 39% intermediate, 26% advanced
Miles / km of trails: 21 miles/34 km
Longest run: 3 miles/4.8 km
Trails: easiest 35%, more difficult 39%, most difficult 26%, expert 0%.
Annual snowfall: 200 inches/508 cm
Snowmaking: 108 acres/43.2 hectares
Lifts: 7 total - a high-speed quad chair, 5 double chairs, one handle tow
Lift capacity: 7,500 riders / hour

Aspen is waiting for you! Aspen - a fairy tale, the implementation!
If you prefer peace and quiet snow covers the mountains, or retreat with your friends, you are ideally suited for Vail. Vail - one of the most popular ski resorts in the U.S., which attracts tourists from all over the world, especially those that have walked on the roads of Europe and many are now looking for new sensations. In the U.S., a completely different snow, the other tracks, that is quite a new sensation of riding.

Vail Valley has won many titles and is one of the top five ski resorts in the world, suitable for idelno for beginning skiers and snowboarders, as well as for professionals. A huge plus is that this is the longest ski season in the U.S..

Weill. Specifications:
 Located 200 miles west of Denver, at altitudes ranging from 2255 to 3962 meters above sea level. This is a holder of many titles - the largest ski area in area in the world (there are about 601 runs on an area of about 53 square meters. Km, at the Vail - 193 tracks in the area of 22 sq. km.), The highest ski resort in America (3963 m, ski area - 3527 m, elevation - 1052 m), the longest track of the Rockies (Riva - 6.4 km), here is the dry snow, the most sunny days per year (about 300) and very thick snow cover (up to 8 , 8 m).

Another popular ski resort, Beaver Creek (Beaver Creek), located near Denver. Fans of extreme skiing will not be indifferent to the track on the Slope raptors (Birds of Prey descent), a member of the three most difficult trails in the world. The average height of snow on the slopes of Beaver Creek - about 9 meters. So all the conditions for perfect skiing there. In addition, at the foot is a special area for children's education or ski snowboard - with an amusement park, a bear den and an Indian village.

Especially the resort is ideal for those who like to travel from village to village - as in the Alps or the ski resorts in France - and ride all the time with new slopes. Because Beaver Creek is associated with four neighboring resorts, and between them runs a shuttle (bus).

Of course, Aspen and Vail - one of the best ski resorts in America. There are beautiful resorts in other parts of the country, for example, Breck in ridge Ely in North America, where the road is no worse and perhaps better than in Chamonix, France. Especially prized among fans of ski holiday Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort in British Columbia (Canada), where there are trails, designed for people of varying degrees of training, there are 33 ski lifts, so do not wait in line to climb to the top of the slope, all of which celebrate the local amazing service ..

The greatest number of different mountain resorts has, you guessed it, Colorado, in which there are about 70 mining centers, including several large resort areas, bringing together some of the mountains and valleys. In Utah deserve attention Deer Valley (Deer Valley), Kanons (Canyons), Park City (Park City), Snoubasin (Snowbasin), Alta (Alta) ...

So, our proposal for ski resorts in the U.S. relate to the beautiful area around Lake Tahoe (Lake Tahoe) on the border between California and Nevada. This is the second largest mountain lake in the U.S., the focus of many ski resorts (Alpine Meadows, Sierra at Tahoe, Heavenly, Kirkwood, Mt.Rose, North star at Tahoe).

Specifications:
Season: November-May
Base elevation: 6,831 feet / 2,082 meters
Summit elevation: 9,246 feet / 2,818 meters
Vertical rise: 2,030 ft./619 m.
Terrain: 420 acres/168 hectares
Number of trails: 28% beginner, 42% intermediate, 30% advanced
Miles / km of trails: 21 miles/34 km
Longest run: 3 miles/4.8 km
Trails: easiest 35%, more difficult 39%, most difficult 26%, expert 0%.
Annual snowfall: 420 inches/35 feet/10.67 meters
Snowmaking: 108 acres/43.2 hectares
Lifts: 34 total

Another ski resort in the U.S., which enjoys a well-deserved popularity - Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The legendary resort area of ​​2,500 acres / 1,000 hectares and the level of snowfall for more than 11 meters, the resort provides a truly unique riding experience. The main mountain, located in the resort - Rendezvous and Apres vous, providing excellent opportunities for skiing and snowboarding for over 40 years. Regardless of your level of training you will get great pleasure and an unforgettable experience.

Want to get ahead of the Olympic Winter Games participants in 2010?
Welcome to Canada! The duration of the season riding a high-level service, with modern equipment and excellent road pricing - are the main reasons why tourists prefer to ski slopes of Canada Europe.
In Canada, one of the longest ski seasons - from November to late May, high elevation and up to ten meters of snow annually. In the far north due to the surviving glaciers you can ski all year round. You can get a great tan through a longer season.

In the country is concentrated, according to conservative estimates, about eighty upscale mountain resorts from east to west. Here you can enjoy both downhill and country skiing on the slopes along in Alberta, Saskatchewan and the vast in Manitoba, through the virgin forests of Ontario.

Especially popular in Canada enjoys Resort Whistler (Whistler), which is among the top ten ski resorts in the world, often referred to as number one in North America. The season begins in November and can often continue until August. The resort is located 120 km from Vancouver and includes 2 mountains: Whistler and Blackcomb, each having a length of more than 1500 hills m. Placing the choice of five star luxury tourist palaces to modest family condominiums. In 2010, Whistler and Vancouver will take the Olympic Winter Games.

Technical details
Vertical 1748 meters
Peak Elevation 2423 meters
Terrain 20% Beginner 55% Intermediate 25% Advanced
Longest Run 11 km
Another delicious and oldest national park - Mont-Tremblant, in the province of Quebec, 1990 has been updated and turned into the most fashionable ski resort. His magnificent infrastructure attracts Canada's most famous offspring of families of Europe:
Vertical 645 meters
Peak Elevation 914 meters
Terrain 32% Beginner 16% Intermediate 32% Advanced 11% Expert
Longest Run 6 kms

Tukroperator American Best Getaways Inc. offers its customers relax in the resorts not only in the U.S., but also in Canada, located in the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec, Manitoba, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia.

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