The 13 Largest Ski Resorts on Earth We all know that bigger is better when it comes to ski resorts and many other things. In the USA, a biggest ski resort is Big Sky and it’s 5,800 acres. There are ski resorts in the Alps that make Big Sky look like a kiddie hill. So, where are the biggest ski resorts on Earth? Mostly in the Alps, it’s true, but there are a couple others outside of the Alps in North America. If you’re a true ski freak […] SnowBrains | December 13, 2022 72 Comments
RED Mountain Resort, BC, Announces Terrain and Lifts For Opening Day Saturday, December 10th RED Mountain Resort in Rossland, British Columbia, has announced which lifts, trails, and restaurants will be open when it kicks off winter 22/23 tomorrow, Saturday, December 10th. Silverlode, Paradise (Motherlode Chair to access), and Topping Creek will all be open. The T-Bar and RED Carpet will not be in operation for the weekend. Related: The Cabin Experience at RED Mountain […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 9, 2022 0 Comments
Mount Washington Alpine Resort, BC, Asking Guests to Bring Own Drinking Water and Use Outdoor Porta Potties Due to Drought Vancouver Island, BC, is currently experiencing the worst drought in 15 years and it’s having a significant effect on a local ski area. Related: Ski Resort Ownership: Who Owns Which Mountain Resorts? The lack of snow at Mount Washington Alpine Resort means that not only is snow coverage low for today’s opening day, but lack of water in local reservoirs […] Industry News SnowBrains | December 9, 2022 0 Comments
The Cabin Experience at RED Mountain Resort, BC, That Has Everyone Buzzing Brought to you by RED Mountain Resort Nestled in the heart of RED Mountain Resort, BC, lies a collection of six cabins with premium ski-in, ski-out access to the resort’s aptly named Paradise Basin. The cozy buildings, erected in 2020, along with a central clubhouse, make up The Constella; as a nod to the infamously striking Kootenay sky, each cabin […] Featured Article Lindsay Hayden | December 6, 2022 0 Comments
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Helicopter Drops Large Tower Head During Chairlift Installation at Cypress Mountain, BC A helicopter pilot transporting a large tower head for Cypress Mountain, BC’s, new chairlift was forced to drop the load when fog moved quickly and unexpectedly into the work zone, according to a resort statement. “The emergency release occurred when a fog bank moved “quickly and unexpectedly” into the work zone, causing a helicopter pilot to exit the fog and jettison […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 7, 2022 0 Comments
RED Mountain Resort, BC, Is Synonymous With The Good Life RED Mountain Resort in Rossland, British Columbia, is a hidden gem. The resort is well known for its light, dry powder that all skiers and snowboarders covet. It offers 3,850 acres of skiable terrain served by eight lifts across three peaks and a further two peaks easily accessible by booting or skinning. Related: RED Mountain Resort, B.C. | All […] SnowBrains | October 27, 2022 0 Comments
Top 9 Most Expensive Ski Towns in the World Engel & Völkers has released its new rankings of the world’s most expensive ski towns. The list is based on two factors: top prices per square meter for freehold apartments and the highest asking prices for private residences. Related: Top 9 Most Expensive Season Passes in the USA What makes these places buyers’ top choices? Engel & Völkers says there […] Industry News Liam Abbott | October 10, 2022 1 Comment