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Family Skiing

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"Family skiing" here means not just skis and poles but also snowboarding, snow-shoeing, and other fun in the snow. In fact, there's an activity for everyone during a ski trip to the mountains these days (if you count sleigh-rides, tubing, and spas.)

There's nothing as exhilarating as a snowy mountaintop; also a ski trip can truly be together-time, enjoying the thrills, chills (and maybe even a few spills) as a family.

1. Family Skiing: Where to Go; Money-Saving Tips

family skiing - Photo courtesy of Sun Peaks Resort.Photo courtesy of Sun Peaks Resort, BC.
Major points to consider, when choosing your family ski destination. Don't forget to factor in "airport-to-slope" time! Also: many tips reduce the cost of family skiing.

2. Family Sking - Resorts A to Z

family ski getaway - Alta, Utah Photo ©  Teresa Plowright
Virtually all ski resorts put out the welcome mat for families. Kids' programs, ski and boarding schools, child-care centers with infant care, cool teen programs... Check out a selection of top family ski resorts.

3. Family Skiing - by Region

Family Ski photo courtesy of Smugglers' Notch
Find choice spots for family skiing, in New England, PA, NY state, Colorado, Utah, Canada, and more.

4. Kids Ski Free

family skiing - Photo courtesy of Steamboat Springs.Photo courtesy of Steamboat Springs.
Skiing and snowboarding are expensive pursuits, especially for families: with multiple lift tickets to buy, and kids growing out of their equipment every year. It helps, that there are several different types of "Kids Ski Free" opportunities.

5. Family Skiing - More Tips: Get The Most From Your Day

Further advice for family ski trips: making the most of your ski day; practical tips on the slopes with kids.

6. Family Skiing: Why Snow Trips are Great for Families

family ski photo, Crested Butte, ©  Teresa Plowright
Besides the sheer wholesomeness of being outdoors, exercising, and not sitting in front of screens, holidays in the snow have some special pluses for families. Read five reasons why every age can have a great time even if you don't want to get on skis or a 'board.

7. More Family Skiing

Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Resort Whistler- family skiing at Whistler BC
Whistler-Blackcomb in BC, Utah family skiing near Salt Lake City, and more.

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