Adventurous people often find different ways to push their limits. Skiers are likely to head for dangerous and steep slopes for an intense rush of adrenaline. However, problems arise when you disregard potential risks and don’t realistically assess your skills for certain sinister runs.Don’t be surprised if you are advised to carry a shovel or a tracking device in case you...
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Planning a ski vacation is not an easy task. There are too many variables – snow quality, customer service, terrain, steeps, skill level, crowds, and, arguably most importantly, your budget. Fortunately, some mountains have it all.Winter vacations are the only time to break the daily routines for ski fans. They are an annual journey. Some people travel to the same destinations because they...
Ski resorts are already opening for the winter season all over the country. Adventurers who begin to plan a trip should consider staying at a cozy log cabin for a refreshingly authentic experience in the wilderness.An off the beaten path mountain escape may be just what you need. This type of thrill – staying at pastoral lodges set deep in nature near ski resorts...
The miserable weather in the city should not be keeping families from playing together. Pack your bags and venture out on a ski vacation with the whole clan.Resorts have recognized that people have different personalities and may like different winter activities, so many offer not only great terrain but also spas, kid-friendly adventures off the slopes and even daycare.Parents planning a ski...
One of the more controversial questions in skiing recently has been whether to use poles. If you ever put on a skiing competition on TV you will see that professionals from all events have poles. But if you go to a ski resort you will see many skiers, especially kids, without them. So what should you do and what do poles, acting as extensions of our hands, really help with?Even though most...
Winter adventurers are lucky to have so many wonderful options when it comes to where to stay overnight. Resorts, hotels, and backcountry cabins all cater to skiers, snowboarders and anyone else looking to relax, unwind and reconnect with nature.You don’t have to stay at a huge lodge with hundreds of trails catering to skiers of all ski levels to have a thrilling vacation, during which you...
Mogul skiing is not recommended for beginners. The slopes with artificial bumps are usually the least crowded runs which makes them very attractive. The bumps bring out different emotions in skiers ranging from fright to excitement.Mastering them takes a lot of practice and some falls, but this kind of skiing is one of the most rewarding because it’s a lot more challenging. The moguls...
Learning to ski can be a nerve-wracking experience. The movements seem unnatural at first and the idea of speeding down a steep mountain with no immediate way to stop would scare any first-timer right off the bat.Choosing where to go for your first few lessons is an important step that can turn it into a thrilling winter adventure or a “never again” memory you’d like to forget.Don’t...
Are you ready for winter thrills and adventures? Do you know the best state for skiing? Apparently, it’s Utah, according to a brand new study outlining the top 10 best skiing destinations in the U.S. Some of the results may come as a surprise – such as four of the 10 resorts on the list being in the Beehive State.Wanderu, a ground travel metasearch engine and fare aggregator, searched...
For some people a winter getaway means taking turns on a mountain and feeling the wind whip your face while you reach incredible speeds. Others want to enjoy the great outdoors at a slower pace, taking in the serenity of winter and getting some great exercise. For the second group, cross-country skiing is the perfect escape. The low profile activity of cross-country skiing has gained some...