North America
Truckee and Tahoe City: Under-appreciated Ski Towns?
by Eric WagnonThe northern half of the Lake Tahoe area offers a wide range of choices for skiing and boarding with 11 resorts of at least 120 skiable acres. The California towns of Truckee and Tahoe City make logical home bases to… Read More →
What to Expect at Big SNOW, the First Indoor Ski Area in North America
by Rich Stoner15 years. That’s how long New Jersey residents, like myself, had to endure driving by the former Xanadu. The American Dream mega mall sat through one issue after another, drawing the ire of the passersby gawking at the long-delayed project…. 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 →
Natural Snow Not Required. Summer Skiing in North America
by Kristen LummisAs I sit here typing, it’s snowing. I-70 was intermittently closed yesterday. Arapahoe Basin is reporting powder conditions on a 79” base and just days ago, the iconic Mammoth Mountain sign was buried in a late spring blizzard. If there… 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 →
A Guide to Hut Trips: Summer Edition
by Katie CoakleySummer is all about getting out into the wilderness, exploring a new area and spending the night away from home. Camping is a one way to get this fix, but then there’s finding a site, putting up a tent, building… Read More →
A Guide to Escaping New York for a Weekend in the Gunks
by Matt McDonaldAmid the sensory onslaught of Times Square, you’re not thinking about wild blueberries, ice caves, or mountain lakes. Most people aren’t wishing they were scrambling over knobby boulders or kicking up dirt. And in summer, you may not even be… Read More →
Find Weekend Powder at These 5 Ski Resorts
by Ken ChinThe weekend is coming and it’s time to chase some snow! With the holiday rush fast approaching, we are always looking to get in as many turns as possible. Liftopia: Buy Lift Tickets in Advance & Save While some regions… Read More →
4 Ski Resorts With Incredible, Old-School Ski Lodges
by Eric WagnonTruly old-school ski lodges are rare gems in today’s ski-resort world of boutique hotels and condo sprawl. Minimalist décor may be trendy and hip, but dark wood, antlers and antique skis on the walls, and a cozy fireplace somehow just… Read More →
