Resort Guides

11 Best Spring Ski Events in North America in 2020
by Cassie CassidyIt’s that time of year again! The time for outdoor afternoon après, soft snow laps under the spring sun and, of course, time for spring ski festivals and pond skims. Ski resorts from Maine to California are pulling out all… Read More →

8 Ski Areas in New Mexico You Can’t Miss
by Kristen LummisWe recently made the case for what makes skiing and snowboarding in New Mexico special. Some quick reasons? High elevation that means light, dry snow, powder that lasts for days, and a season that extends into March and April. Today,… Read More →

20 Best Single-Day Deals on Liftopia.com Right Now
by Amanda NatividadYou’ve seen the snow reports. You might even have your gear prepped for your first day on the slopes. With many ski areas opening within the past couple weeks, you’re just about ready to rock. If you’re a deal-seeker, thrill-seeker,… Read More →

10 Lesser Known Family-Friendly Ski Areas in North America
by Rich StonerSkiing with your buddies is always a blast. A weekend-long expedition of sick lines, craft beer and an overindulgence of calorie-laden foods. But a buddies trip can be unrealistic to pull off on a regular basis, especially when you have… Read More →

Why Stop Now? The Lowdown on the Upcoming 2019 Ski Season in the Southern Hemisphere
by Patrick ThorneWhen we think of skiing in the southern hemisphere we often think of South America or possibly New Zealand. However, there are actually six countries on three continents south of the equator (assuming the globe makers have the world the… Read More →

Loon Mountain – Easily Accessible with Something for Everyone
by liftopiaLoon Mountain — with convenient location (only 2.5 hours from Boston) and proximity to quintessential New England towns has long been a favorite of many skiers and riders. Offering activities as varied as the terrain, there is something for everyone… Read More →

10 Tips to Nailing Your Dream Trip to SkiBig3 in the Canadian Rockies
by Alex ArmstrongWant to win a dream trip to SkiBig3? Liftopia has partnered with SkiBig3 and Alaska Airlines to bring help you escape with a friend to Banff for 5 days and 6 nights. Enter now to win flight vouchers from Alaska… Read More →

Best Resorts For Early Season Skiing
by Katie CoakleyListen: can you hear it? That soft, insidious whisper, coming from your garage? It’s time…take me out. Dust me off; wax me up. It’s been too long…let’s go. When your skis and snowboard start talking to you, it’s definitely time… Read More →

16 North American Skiing Bucket List Ideas (Part 2)
by Eric WagnonEditor’s Note: This is Part 2 of 3 in our Skier’s Bucket List. We continue with our North American list, you can find Part 1 here. Ride the Single Chairlift at Mad River Glen In today’s era of ski-resort corporate… Read More →

7 Best Mountain Biking Trails At Mountain Creek Bike Park, NJ
by Kristen LummisEditor’s Note: This post was originally published on Aug 23, 2016 and has been updated for freshness, accuracy, and comprehensiveness. The Mountain Creek Bike Park is a popular mid-Atlantic destination for downhill and mountain bikers alike. Voted the best bike park… Read More →