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The 9 Most Expensive Ski Resorts in the World

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Skiing is an expensive sport, and some ski resorts take luxury to the next level, offering world-class amenities, gourmet dining, and top-notch service to their guests. While the cost of a ski trip can add up quickly, the most expensive part is often paying for lodging. Related: The 9 Most Expensive Ski Towns in the United States Not all resorts […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | February 16, 2025
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Skiing and Snowboarding Are Amongst the Most Expensive Sports for Kids, Study Finds

Youth sports can be a critical part of a child’s healthy development. They can offer benefits that improve the child’s physical health, mental and emotional well-being, and social skills. Studies have also shown that youth sports can teach healthy lifetime health habits, help the child perform better academically, and teach valuable life skills such as discipline, responsibility, and perseverance. Unfortunately, the […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | February 13, 2025
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7 of the 9 Most Expensive Small Towns in the U.S. are Ski Towns

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The town-and-country lifestyle is often portrayed as simpler, more idyllic, and less expensive than big-city living, especially when it comes to housing. But is this really the case? LendingTree analyzed U.S. Census Bureau data from the American Community Survey to explore the costs of buying a home in smaller towns. They identified the 50 U.S. micropolitan areas (towns with populations […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | September 25, 2024
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Most Expensive Home Ever Listed in Steamboat Springs, CO, Priced at $24 Million

The $24 million luxury mansion at the base of Steamboat Ski Resort, CO. Photo Credit: Zillow

Recently listed is a $24 million, 9,950 square-foot home that broke the Steamboat Springs, Colorado, record for the highest listing price for a single-family home. The cost of living and inflation seem to have stayed undefeated over recent years. Former president of Peninsula Pacific Entertainment, Jonathan Swain, and his wife Mary Swain bought the home in 2021 for $10 million […]

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Luke Guilford | July 1, 2024
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Jay Peak, VT, Announces Price Freezes and Reductions to Help Keep Skiing Affordable

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Over the last few years, inflation in the U.S. has been a hot topic. In 2022, it reached a 40-year high due to post-pandemic demand, supply chain disruptions, and increased energy prices. While the inflation rate has slowed to more moderate levels today, many consumers are still feeling the financial strain of increased prices over the last handful of years. […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | June 17, 2024
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The 5 Cheapest and Most Expensive Ski Trip Destinations in North America

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There are few things better than a ski trip with the guys. Or the girls. Or just your favorite shred crew. When you are planning your trip, the price is a major consideration. Fortunately, HomeToGo has done up-to-date research on the cost of ski destinations. They researched 50 of the most searched ski destinations across 15 states and ranked them […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | November 11, 2022
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The Top 9 ‘Boujee-est’ Ski Resorts in America

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With the popularity of resort skiing on the rise, many ski resorts have become overcrowded. Causing for dreams of ripping freshly groomed runs all to yourself. Or being able to find untracked powder days after a storm. For some who can afford it, this can be a reality by skiing at some of the most exclusive ski areas in the US. […]

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Aunika Skogen | March 17, 2022
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Is Competitive Junior Racing Becoming Too Expensive?

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According to a survey conducted by the U.S. Ski & Snowboard of ski clubs, academics, and colleges, a competitive junior skier’s racing career can total $500,000.  As the popularity of skiing and snowboarding continues to increase year by year, so does the price to participate. Steve Porino, NBC Olympics commentator and former racer, voiced his concern watching the barrier to […]

Haleigh Hafner | February 22, 2022
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How Much Does it Cost to Climb Mount Everest?

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Climbing Mount Everest has a 10% chance of fatality, according to PMC. Not only is this journey dangerous, but it’s also extremely expensive. Hundreds of climbers manage to achieve the accomplishment of reaching the peak of the mountain each year. The cost to climb this treacherous mountain ranges from $33,000 to $166,000. The burning question is: where does all the […]

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Avatar photo Breya Bergom | August 10, 2021
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At $21,000 to Enter, This Ultramarathon is One of the Most Expensive in the World

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Highland Kings Ultra is hosting a four-day camping race on the west coast of Scotland and plans to cover 120 miles. According to the BBC, this ultramarathon is one of the most expensive in the world, costing a generous $21,000 per person fee. An ultramarathon is any distance over 26 miles. With the long race, both distance and time-wise, competitors are used […]

Avatar photo Breya Bergom | July 30, 2021
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Is This the Most Expensive Skateboard in the World?

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Virgil Abloh is one of the most prominent designers in the fashion industry. He is the founder of Off-White and has worked with big-name brands including Louis Vuttion and Supreme. Celebrities around the world can be seen wearing Virgil’s clothing and his unique “QUOTATION” design has reshaped the world of fashion. In just the last few years, Virgil Abloh has […]

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Jesse | July 13, 2021
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Are These the 5 Fanciest Ski Resorts on Earth?

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Expensive ski resorts are something that most of us avoid at all costs. Yet, there are some who seek them out. No one can deny that a lavish ski resort experience isn’t something that they’d enjoy. Even if you’re a total dirtbag ski bum, there is something on this list for you: private powder™. […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | June 28, 2021
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Crystal Mountain, WA loses more than $1 million dollars during 5 day closure

A 5 day closure of highway 410 leading to Crystal Mountain Resort, WA just cost the ski area upwards of $1 million in lost revenue. Four separate landslides ran across the highway, blocking entry to Crystal for almost an entire week and trapping about 125 workers at the mountain. During the time the road was closed Crystal Mountain suspended its […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | February 14, 2020
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St. Moritz has the Most Expensive Estate in Switzerland For Sale Right Now – Only $185 million, Including Own Private Chairlift

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If you have a spare $185 million knocking about, then this property in St. Moritz could be the house for you. Located in the ski resort of St. Moritz, Switzerland, this 60,000sq ft castle is currently the most expensive estate on sale in Switzerland right now. Set on 7 levels, most of them below ground, every detail has been designed […]

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Steven Agar | October 19, 2017
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“Has The Middle Class Been Priced Out of Skiing?” | by NBC

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NBC has written an article exploring the high price of skiing today. Is it too high? Have the middle class been priced out. Will skiing and snowboarding soon be for the super rich only? Rob Lovitt of NBC thinks so. Here’s an excerpt of their article: The price of the sport is getting so steep that some believe it may be becoming the exclusive domain of those whose pockets are exceedingly deep. […]

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