Resort Skiing

Kick off a romantic ski vacation at this Bed and Breakfast.

Luxury and sustainability meet at this Taos, New Mexico, resort.

A great place to stay for a true Southwestern atmosphere.

Head here for the best cheap digs in ski country.

Cowboy sushi rolls? Only in Wyoming.

Cowboy boots and Manolos are equally at home

This holiday season, travel the old-fashioned way. (And eat like you've been around the world in one night.)

Mind blowing features for the tall-t set.

Western décor with Native American touches gives this slopeside property a decidedly Rocky Mountain feel.

Loveland hosts a mass "Mountaintop Matrimony" each year on Valentine's Day.

Regionally inspired and creatively prepared tapas are the stars at this fun restaurant.

Superb Whistler sushi.

Amateur racers from the U.S. and abroad gather at Loveland Ski Area in Colorado each year to participate in the derby.

Head to historic 6th Street in Georgetown, Colorado, to satisfy your hunger after hitting the slopes.

A vibrant party scene for adventurous eaters.

Skiing at Loveland just got easier, stay the night at the Georgetown Mountain Inn and avoid weekend traffic.

An ideal bed and breakfast in Waitsfield.

An exercise in stealth pampering.

One not to miss, right at the base of Sugarbush.

The grande dame of Stratton.

A Killington restaurants with a focus on locally grown and raised ingredients.

A charming in near Killington

High intensity and highly gourmet.

A newcomer to Telluride’s Mountain Village.

High-caliber Aspen sushi.

Aspen going global

Headed to Lake Tahoe for a summer vacation? Check out Squaw Valley for paintballing, disco ice skating, and more.

This great après spa is located in the Vail Plaza Hotel and Club in the heart of downtown Vail.

The Golden Leaf Spa in the Vail Marriott offers an array of amenities and classic Marriott services.

Located in the Vail Cascade Resort, Aria Spa is a high-class spa complete with massage, aromatherapy and more.

From deep tissue foot massage to a massage using tuning forks—yes, really — Sonnenalp is a mid-mountain escape from reality.

From deep tissue foot massage to a massage using tuning forks -- yes, really -- Sonnenalp is a mid-mountain escape from reality.

Taos Ski Valley founder Ernie Blake once stashed pitchers of martinis in tree wells on the mountain. Toast this tradition (and celebrate your powder day) at the Martini Tree Bar.

Near the lifts, the Stray Dog offers terrific breakfast burritos to fuel your day on the hill, and famous margaritas to cool off after.

Damn good burgers at the base of Taos Ski Valley.

An out-of-the-way Taos tacqueria offers great tacos -- and ice cold beer.

Wind-powered all-suite hotel in the middle of the village? The Beaver Creek Lodge is a winner.

Wind-powered all-suite hotel in the middle of the village? The Beaver Creek Lodge is a winner.

Before or after skiing, for breakfast or après, the Coyote Cafe is a Beaver Creek favorite.

This community watering hole is a great place for ribs, pasta, and refreshing margaritas.

Kiplinger's names four Ski Gateway Cities among it's "10 Best Cities for the Next Decade."

This Aspen bed and breakfast will have you right at home.

Anything you could ever want in an Aspen hotel and then some, the Hyatt Grand is top notch in every category.

Wood-burning fireplaces in each of the single bedroom condo-style rooms and other amenities make the Aspen Square a great place to stay.

Let's get this straight: skiing, beer AND grilled meat products on Father's Day weekend? We're there.

Ranked No. 5 in our Resort Guide last year, Beaver Creek is as family friendly in the summer months as it is when the snow's falling.

Hawaii heat—and a pretty good tennis player—put American ski star in his place at sectional qualifier.

Telluride's MountainFilm Festival is in its 32nd year.

This confectionery is a must-visit for hot drinks and in-your-face chocolates.

International beer list, excellent food and a ski-in/ski-out atmosphere make the Hop Garden in Telluride a diverse on-mountain option.

Expect pub favorites like wings, chili and sandwiches at this Telluride Mountain Village public house.

Allred's Steakhouse in Telluride offers spectacular Sawtooth views and incredible food.

Shellfish and exotic seafood in landlocked Colorado? At 221 South Oak in Telluride, you can get that and much more.

Jimmy's might have the best tequila selection in the entire country, and with fabulous food, this Aspen favorite can't miss.

Cache Cache is a classic French Bistro that has become one of Aspen's most sophisticated restaurants.

Dine on-mountain at more than 10,500 feet: Cloud Nine at Aspen Highlands is an upscale dining treat.

Snowbird, Utah, originally planned to close for the winter season over Memorial Day weekend. But today they've announced that thanks to above average snowfall this spring—bringing the season total to 588 inches—the mountain will stay open weekends through June 20. Find out more here.

Biking enthusiasts will converge in Aspen, Colorado, on May 22-23 for two cycling events. Here are tips on how to participate in the rides, the best spots for spectating, and where to get margaritas afterward.

Aspen, Colorado, and Outside Magazine have teamed up to offer a weekend of adventure June 11-13. Sign up take a road biking clinic with Tyler Hamilton, high-altitude trail running and hiking with pro endurance athletes, and more. Two-night lodging packages start at $99 per person.

In June, a Boulder woman will attempt to climb and ski North America's tallest mountain to raise money for and awareness about global hunger.

Over Memorial Day weekend, Telluride, Colorado will host the annual Mountainfilm Festival, a gathering of outdoor and environmental filmmakers, as well as athletes, artists, and more. We spoke to festival director David Holbrooke about the ski films playing at this year’s festival.

California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger hit the slopes at Mammoth this week to participate in an after-school event for children. If we could spend a day skiing with the Austrian Governator, here's what we'd ask him.

Another storm is hitting the East Coast, with 8 to 15 inches of snow predicted to nail parts of Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Jay Peak Resort is reopening on Thursday for one last weekend. Get there before the snow is gone.

Lunch at the resorts is often expensive, unsatisfying and crowded. And it eats into your slope time. Go big before the lifts open at these must-try breakfast joints.

Pair your Park City vacation with a selection from St. Regis Deer Crest's Wine Vault.

You probably think that suddenly, about 30 years ago, the Burton snowboard appeared, introducing a radical new way to slide downhill. Think again.

Injured soldiers will ski with Bode Miller at the 24th Annual Winter Sports Clinic in Snowmass, Colorado.

Now that spring has sprung, check out the best places to enjoy the sunshine on the slopes.

The Rocky Mountaineer has been called the ‘Best Rail Vacation’ on the globe, showcased on ABC’s popular television series, The Bachelorette, and named the ‘World’s Leading Travel Experience by Train’ four of the last five years by the World Travel Awards.

Each spring, skiers—or at least those with little self-restraint—measure their mettle in horizontal rather than vertical feet. The ubiquitous pond-skimming contest is an honored end-of-season ritual—and a handy excuse for cross-dressing.

Skiers are spending less and searching for better values—forcing ski resorts to compete harder than ever. Could the economic downturn have an upside for skiing?

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Explore open bowls and unmapped trails inside the resort, then dive into untamed descents just beyond the ropes. Your next big adventure is...

The Olympic Games may be over, but the Mallard Lounge at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler is now home to the Triple Lutz, a après cocktail full of Canadian spirit.

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