RESORTS OF THE YEAR EAST - BEST OF THE EAST: Smugglers' Notch, Vt.
In the age of conglomerates and real estate investment trusts, everyone loves the fact that Smuggs' still independently owned, reasonably priced, and locally controlled. And everyone knows it’s a place that doesn’t have a single high-speed lift. But no one gripes, and many prefer the leisurely, restful ride up knowing there’ll be fewer skiers on the trails. Read more about Smugglers' Notch here.