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Don’t Put Away Your Skis Yet

Residents and travelers to Wisconsin aren’t. Parts of the state just got slammed with a whopping 16 inches of snow in less than 24 hours. So much for a spring thaw. But the Midwest is not the only place in the world where you can take advantage of late-season powder. Slopes from Colorado to Vermont to Austria are offering spring ski deals that are worth checking out. Here are a couple money saving deals that might inspire you to take a final run down some of the world’s most famous mountains: MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN, CALIFORNIA It’s one of North America’s most … Continue reading →

Ski Getaways for the Entire Family

If you live anywhere in the northern portion of the United States then you are likely waiting for Old Man Winter to take a hike. However, given the number of ski deals still available for the months of March and April there are at least a few families who can’t get enough of (or are planning to experience for the first time) the thrills associated with shooshing down the slopes. Take a look: VERMONT The “Popcorn and Powder” package is ideal for families with young children or those who don’t have much experience on skis. For $305 per room per … Continue reading →

Ski Deals Too Good To Ignore

I just got back from spending several weeks in Hawaii (where it was sunny and 84 degrees all but two days during our entire trip) and the last thing I want to do right now is strap on a pair of skis and spend time in the bone chilling cold. However, according to my brother this is the best time of the year to head off on a ski vacation especially if you are salary is not as lofty as the most popular ski hills. He’s right. I found several incredibly affordable ski deals that are still available—despite the fact … Continue reading →

Hot Spring Flings

More than a dozen people have been killed due to recent wicked weather spreading across the United States. Meanwhile, winter storm warnings are in effect for the Central and Midwestern portions of the country where up to 8 inches could fall in places like Chicago… and spring officially begins in just a few hours. If Old Man Winter’s grip on the country hasn’t got you considering taking a spring fling to a warmer climate then I don’t know what will. If you are looking for a sunny escape from bad weather consider the following sunny locales: CARIBBEAN Spring is in … Continue reading →

Heading for the Slopes? Don’t Leave Home Without…

Sunscreen. If you are planning to take advantage of the super ski deals I previously listed here in the Travel blog don’t think your skin is not at risk just because you are heading away from the beach. Don’t let the air temperature fool you. The sun’s powerful rays are just as harsh when you are shooshing down powdery snow on an alpine trail as they are when you are stretched out on powder soft sand near the Pacific Ocean. What’s more, because you are skiing at a high elevation you are being exposed to increased amounts of ultraviolet light. … Continue reading →

Affordable Spring Flings

Easter is just two weeks… do you know where you’ll be spending your spring break? If you don’t have the time or money to escape the winter blues in tropical locales such as Hawaii, Cabo or the Caribbean you might consider taking advantage of some affordable options closer to home. For example, we are just a few weeks away from the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. The annual event takes place this year from March 29-April 13. If you have never been you don’t know what you are missing. It is truly amazing to see the city’s cherry … Continue reading →