Killington Ski Resort in Vermont more than earns the nickname "Beast of the East." After all, it's home to the second-highest summit across the entire Green Mountain range. But that's not its only superlative. It's also the largest ski resort on the East Coast, with six mountain peaks, 19 lifts, 155 trails, a half-pipe, and the highest vertical drop in New England at 3,050 feet.
Form-fitting coats, designer goggles, and sleek ski pants were the norm for women, while high-performance brands with a retro bent dominated for men-and that was just the ski gear. After skiing, the après looks were as functional as they were chic, and always with an effortlessly European touch. I grew to love having a wide-banded headband and insulated après-ski boots for drinks on the patio, and a statement puffer vest thrown over my thermals was an easy transition from skiing to sipping.
A smart layout and tons of beginner terrain make this Deep Creek Lake resort a mecca for novices. Take lessons and hone your ski legs in a sequestered learning center by the lower lodge. It's protected by a grove of trees and served by three conveyor carpets that let beginners progress at a comfortable pace. When you're ready, board an adjacent chairlift to the upper lodge area and build skills on seven breezy greens.
Many of these distilleries and their tasting rooms are set in pristine outdoor locations, and several also take advantage of the surrounding nature, using locally-sourced grain, snow melt or aquifer water, and endemic botanicals to celebrate local mountain life and the great outdoors. Pair a dram with soaring views and chic slope-side fashion, and aprés-ski in a mountain tasting room is more fun than a happy hour anywhere else. Below, our 10 favorite ski town distilleries in North America.
Yes, skiers and snowboarders want to have access to great terrain and trails to hit, which Mount Bohemia provides. However, having a great atmosphere and a top-notch après ski scene is a bonus. Having access to four bars, a tiki bar, a log cabin bar, a beach club, a rooftop bar, four pools, a 30-person hot tub, a 43-person hot springs mineral pool, two steam rooms, and four saunas takes it to another level.
When it comes to winter adventures, Quebec offers skiers the best of all worlds: legendary mountains, lively villages, and a treasure trove of affordable and lesser-known ski destinations woven throughout the province. Whether you're planning a family getaway, a bucket-list trip from the UK, or seeking authentic local vibes, here's your insider guide to skiing Quebec's major icons-and the wallet-friendly gems waiting to be discovered.
Skiing is both a beloved pastime and a lifestyle throughout Europe, which means choosing a destination for a transatlantic ski trip can be a dizzying experience. While ski resorts can be found all over the continent, France, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, and Norway are particularly renowned for their ski-friendly climates, terrain, and infrastructure. Villages like St. Moritz and Cortina d'Ampezzo have welcomed snow-seeking travelers for years.