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And the winner is…

Published on January 8, 2013, by in Contests.
Ski.com's Winner of the Banff Lake Louise Photo Contest

Cameron Redshaw’s “Airing the Trees”

Thank you to everyone who submitted photos in our Banff Lake Louise Photo Contest on our Facebook page last month. We were amazed by the volume of entries and were thrilled to see all the displays of stoke for the mountains. Over the last two weeks, our Facebook fans narrowed down the entries to the top 20 photos, which were reviewed by Ski.com staffers and Banff Lake Louise Local Legends. After intense deliberation, we’re excited to congratulate Cameron Redshaw for his winning photo, “Airing the Trees.” It’s featured above and was sent out to all our eNewsletter subscribers this morning. Cameron wins a free trip to Banff and Lake Louise, Alberta to focus his lens on one of the most picturesque locales on the planet. His prize package includes:

  • airport transfers from Calgary by Banff Airporter
  • 3 nights at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
  • 3 nights at Fairmont Banff Springs
  • 5-day lift tickets valid at Lake Louise, Sunshine Village and Mt. Norquay
  • a full-day photography session/photo shoot with professional photographer Callum Snape

Stay tuned for more trip giveaways on our Facebook page!

Ski.com’s Banff Lake Louise Photo Contest Finalists

Published on January 7, 2013, by in Contests.
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Prepare to get stoked…

Published on January 4, 2013, by in Skiing, Snow.

From the incredible cinematography and energizing music to the chance to live vicariously through some of our favorite pros as they travel to the corners of the earth in search of the next great adventure, skiing and snowboarding films continuously fuel our stoke for this culture we love.

That being said, I’ll take you into the weekend with one of my all-time favorite clips from a ski film. Giving urban skiing a whole new meaning, this clip from 2011′s “All. I. Can.” is famously known as J.P. Auclair’s Street Segment and went viral when it hit social media channels early last season. Warning: it’s nearly impossible to watch this only once.  And…..don’t try this at home:

When you’ve picked your jaws up off the ground, take a look at this behind-the-scenes video, released earlier this week, documenting the creation of this now famous segment.

Enjoy and have a safe and fun weekend, everyone! See you on the slopes!

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Ski.com’s New Year’s Resolutions

Published on January 4, 2013, by in Deals, Skiing, Snowboarding.

See Ski.com's Pinboard of 2013 Resolutions

As you’re settling into your New Year’s resolutions and planning how you’ll accomplish all that you’ve pledged, perhaps you’re getting overwhelmed… Good news! A ski or snowboard trip checks off a lot of common goals on those resolution lists.

  • Need more quality time with your loved ones? There’s nothing quite like watching your kids catapult from the bunny slopes to the blues.
  • Want to lose weight but need a proverbial carrot? How about ski conditioning to prep for a cat-skiing trip in British Columbia?
  • And you want to save money… You’re in luck: we have incredible deals on flights, lodging, lift tickets and everything else you need to make your dream ski trip happen. And then there’s that old saying, “Travel is the only thing you can buy that makes you richer.”

For a little extra resolution inspiration, we’ve put together a Pinterest pinboard of our 2013 Bucket List. We may not check everything off the list, but dreaming of ski trips is half the fun.

Here’s to a snowy 2013, filled with goggle tans, faceshots and fresh tracks!

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Last Chance: Vote in our Banff Lake Louise Photo Contest

Published on January 3, 2013, by in Contests.

Banff Lake Louise Photo Contest

Our Banff Lake Louise Photo Contest is drawing to a close, and 170+ powder-loving photographers are seeking your vote. You have until Jan. 6 to select your favorite mountain photo and help the master shutterbug win a FREE trip to Banff Lake Louise. And we’re not talking about your standard ski trip… this grand prize getaway includes:

  • 6 nights of luxury lodging, 3 nights at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and 3 nights Fairmont Banff Springs
  • 5-day lift tickets to Lake Louise, Sunshine Village and Mt. Norquay
  • A full-day photography session/photo shoot with professional photographer Callum Snape
  • Airport transfers from Calgary with Banff Airporter

Click here to vote for the best mountain photo, and send someone on an awesome ski trip!

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Celebrate 2013 with Aspen/Snowmass Savings!

Published on January 2, 2013, by in Newsletter.

January 1, 2013 Inside Track

In the last seven days, Aspen/Snowmass has received nearly two feet of snow just in time for the season to kick into high gear. Proud to call this world-class ski destination our home, we’re excited to share some new tidbits you can expect to see on your next Aspen/Snowmass visit.

What’s New:

  • Snowmass debuts a new mid-mountain restaurant, Elk Camp, located adjacent to the top of the Elk Camp Gondola featuring Friday night Ullr nights.
  • Snowmass’s Burnt Mountain opens 230 new acres this season.
  • Element 47, The Little Nell’s newest gastronomical experience
  • Chefs Club by FOOD & WINE at St. Regis Aspen Resort featuring the country’s Best New Chefs as named by FOOD & WINE Magazine
  • Hotel Jerome unveiled a multi-million renovation.

Additionally, there are exciting events coming to town in 2013:

  • ESPN X Games Aspen – Jan. 24 – 27, 2013: More than 200 of the world’s best athletes in skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling throw down over four action-packed days of competition for the most coveted medals in action sports. X Games Aspen is completely FREE so don’t miss your chance to witness legends and Olympians including Shaun White, Gretchen Bleiler, Lindsey Jacobellis and others live at Buttermilk. To top it off, Aspen/Snowmass will host a FREE Bud Light Hi-Fi concert at the base of Aspen Mountain on Saturday, Jan. 26.
  • 13th ANNUAL BUD LIGHT SPRING JAM AT ASPEN/SNOWMASS – March 21 – 31, 2013: The 13th annual Bud Light Spring Jam, the premier spring festival in the Rocky Mountains, will bring two weekends of competitions, downtown concerts and parties to Aspen/Snowmass.
  • Bud Light Hi-Fi CORE Party: March 29 – 30, 2013: As the most anticipated outdoor concert of the season, CORE Party will double up this year and feature two days of free concerts in downtown Aspen. Friday, March 29 will feature “Marchfourth Marching Band,” and March 30 will feature “Grouplove.”

To help get you to Aspen/Snowmass this winter we’re offering a great promotion called the Powder Play Package. Travel between the dates of March 1 – 18, buy one lift ticket package and receive the second one at 50% off. Additionally, you will enjoy a one-hour Quick Tips private lesson with an Aspen/Snowmass professional. Call one of our Aspen-based Mountain Vacation Specialists at 800-299-0656 to learn more! Also, be sure to check out some of our lodging and lift ticket deals below and online.

Happy New Year!

B.W.

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Ski.com’s gift to you: fly free to Snowmass, CO!

Published on December 27, 2012, by in Newsletter.

December 26, 2012 Inside Track

Book your trip to Snowmass, Colorado with Ski.com, and every third person flies free!

Now through February 1, book five nights’ accommodations in Snowmass and four days of Aspen/Snowmass lift tickets and every third airline ticket on your reservation is on us!

Visit our Snowmass Fly Free page to learn more about this exclusive promotion and start planning your trip today!

Happy holidays!

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100 inches of snow in Jackson Hole!

Published on December 19, 2012, by in Uncategorized.

No wonder they’re dubbing it “Deepcember.” In the month of December alone, Jackson Hole has already received 100 inches of snow! And in case you were wondering, it’s still snowing…

 

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Will you have a white Christmas?

Published on December 18, 2012, by in Uncategorized.

 

To follow up on our newsletter, we found this handy map from our friends at the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (also known as NOAA)  displaying the probability of a white Christmas across the nation. Keep in mind this map is based on Climate Normals from 1981-2010. However, with resorts across the west seeing high snowfall totals in the last week, chances are many of us will indeed have a white Christmas.

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Ski.com spreads holiday cheer with up to 50% off resort lodging!

Published on December 18, 2012, by in Uncategorized.

December 18, 2012 Inside Track

For those wishing for a white holiday, chances are you’ll get it, as the West is currently experiencing substantial snowfall. The snow totals below are just an example of the kind of snowfall we’re seeing out here!

Mother Nature and Ullr have seen your dances and are delivering big storms just in time for your holiday break.

Speaking of the holidays and the spirit of giving, don’t forget about our latest Facebook giveaway. For those who submitted photos to our Banff and Lake Louise Photo Contest, make sure to start soliciting votes for your photo! Over the course of the next two weeks it’s likely you’ll be with hoards of friends and family celebrating the holidays, so give them a little nudge and let them know what would make your holiday dreams come true – a trip to Banff and Lake Louise! Voting closes on Jan. 6, and then it will be left up to a judging panel comprised of Ski.com employees and Banff Local Legends.

With all this new snow, there’s plenty to go around! Get your next ski vacation started by checking out some of our great deals online and below or by giving one of our experienced Mountain Vacation Specialists a call at 800-299-0656. If you’d like to stay up to date on all things Ski Country, check out our new blog! You can expect to find everything ranging from the latest snow reports to some insider tidbits and more!

Lastly, we’d like to give a big shout out of thanks to the Westin Snowmass for hosting the Ski.com holiday party over the weekend. The night was a hit, and the new hotel is above and beyond our expectations. We do hope you all have the chance to check it out some day!

Happy Holidays from everyone at Ski.com!

B.W.

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