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Top 8 Most Expensive Lift Ticket Prices this Holiday Season in North America

The holiday season is upon us. This is the time of year when individuals and families plan their big trips to their favorite resorts. It is also the time of year we usually see resorts fully opening all available inbounds terrain. However, with irregular snowfall totals for some of the usual heavy-hitters, this year is different. While some legendary resorts […]
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Old Farmer’s Almanac Christmas Weather Prediction for North America: Snow, Storms, and Sunshine

Whether you’re chasing powder across the border or loading the car for your annual mountain getaway, the weather Christmas week 2025 is shaping up to bring a mix of snow, sunshine, and a few classic winter storms across North America. This early forecast from the Old Farmer’s Almanac offers a look at conditions across the U.S. and Canada to help […]
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10 Best Things to Do in Big White, BC, Over the Holiday Season

Big White in British Columbia has been the ultimate holiday destination for generations, uniting friends and families to celebrate winter magic, cozy traditions, and unforgettable outdoor adventures. Related: Big White Ski Resort, BC, Opens Early With Record-Breaking Attendance as Canada’s First With 100% Natural Snow Experience the enchantment as Big White transforms into a snowy wonderland brimming with festive events, […]
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Palisades Tahoe, CA, Is Celebrating With Santa, Carolers, Skiing With Jonny Moseley, Fireworks, and the New Year’s Eve Torch Light Parade

Santa visiting in The Village, Skiing with Olympian Jonny Moseley, NYE Fireworks and Parade  Palisades Tahoe, California, is excited to share the spirit of the holidays. Along with skiing and riding, Palisades Tahoe is celebrating with visits from Santa and the Great Basin Carolers, skiing with Jonny Moseley, as well as fireworks and the New Year’s Eve Torch Light Parade. […]
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Record Breaking Snowstorms in Alaska This December

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The month of December brought much-needed snow to many parts of the US. In Alaska, a massive Christmas storm, as well as more the following week over New Year’s, brought record-breaking amounts of snow to Denali National Park and surrounding areas.  Alaska especially has experienced massive snowstorms this past month, with average snowfall accumulation breaking records dating back to 1923. […]
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All 16 Idaho Ski Resorts That Will Be Open This Christmas

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Skiers and snowboarders throughout Idaho have much to celebrate this holiday season, with at least 16 Gem State ski areas already open or opening before the New Year. Related: The 15 Best Idaho Ski Runs All three ski areas in North Idaho––Lookout Pass Ski & Recreation Area (skilookout.com) near Mullan, Schweitzer (schweitzer.com) near Sandpoint, and Silver Mountain Resort (silvermt.com) in […]
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Italy Seeking Support of Neighboring Countries to Ban Skiing Over Christmas

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The Italian government wants to ban ski holidays across Europe over the Christmas period in a dramatic effort to prevent the spread of covid-19, an Italian daily paper (La Repubblica) reports. Related: Italy Joins Austria, France, and Germany in Lockdown | Ski Resorts Forced to Close According to the government, ski resorts should not open until the end of January, […]
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A Christmas Miracle: California Woman Found Alive After a Cold Night Missing on Mt. Bachelor

  A 30-year-old California woman has been found alive and well after spending a cold Christmas night on the Volcano!  This news was certainly un-expected after Ashley Gingerich, 30, of Grass Valley, CA was found this morning by Deschutes County SAR.  Volunteers, alongside Deschutes County Sherrif’s Office, located her and walked her out of the trees of Mt. Bachelor this […]
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Christmas Week in Tahoe, the Best it Could Be| Squaw & Bronco

The Holidays always prove to be a busy season in Tahoe, no matter good snow or bad. This year was no exception, while the snowfall was less than desirable, the skiing was actually really good. During the holiday week, most passes at Squaw & Alpine are blacked out, but for those select few (Gold, Student…) the skiing is some of the best it will be all season. And this season was no exception, while lack of snow put a damper on the skiing, the skiing was still ripping at Squaw, and the backcountry offered even better options. Eric and Jesse got after it during their winter break, and made the best of the dismal snow pack, large holiday […]
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