For my birthday me and some friends want to ski, but also experience drinking in clubs legally (we'll all be 18). I was thinking maybe stay at a hotel in Quebec near the nightlife, then take a day trip to ski. Or stay at a resort and cab downtown to the clubs? I don't know which is better or what ski resorts are close to 18 & over nightlife in Quebec. ANY info would be helpful! We're staying for either 4 or 5 nights….
my birthday is in january

When is your Birthday? What month?
Thanks!
Montreal is the place and the Laurentians are ski resorts I would use. There are quite a few resorts there but two of my favourites are Mont Ste-Sauveur and Mont Gabriel. I have added a URL with a list of the resorts - there are too many to list and describe here.

Have a great birthday!

Its the Snow! is our motto at Big White Ski Resort. In a typical year, Mother Nature blesses Big White with over 700 centimeters (thats 24.5 feet) of champagne powder. From our immaculate cruising runs and alpine bowls to the world-famous Snow Ghosts (frosted trees caked with snow). Big White provides an exhilarating ski and snowboarding experience for beginners and experts alike. Five powder bowls, 118 marked runs, and endless lines through the trees are waiting just for you!

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I am thinking about going to University of Alaska Anchorage because I love to snowboard. Would I be able to snowboard everyday there? Are the resorts good? How close are they to the school? Tell me anything you know.

Look up:www. Alyeskiresort.com

http://www.timeshareads.com Ten great ski resort timeshares. Choices based on location, price, amenities, and so on. Narrated slide show of Marriott Summit Watch, Cliff Club at Snowbird, Grand Timber Lodge, Marriott Mountain Valley Lodge, Trapp Family Lodge, Inn Season at Pollard Brook, Hyatt High Sierra Lodge, Shell Vacation Club Mountainside Lodge, Whiski Jack at Whistler Creek and Marriott Timber Lodge.

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The Swix Gold Start Pack has room for everything you’ll need on the mountain, whether your a GS racer or a weekend warrior heading to your local resort. Beefy nylon ripstop fabric is PVC treated to withstand abuse and heavy moisture; the bottom panel features heavy-duty polyester. Cushioned shoulder straps and backpanel are lined with breathable mesh to increase comfort and ventilation. Large main compartment easily fits all your clothing, gear and lunch needs; main compartment will also fit ski or snowboard boots. 5 exterior zippered pockets and 1 mesh pocket keep gear organized and easily accessed. Side straps offer a place to attach ski poles. Closeout.

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When we think of ski vacations, we think of expensive trips with lots of added items on the side. So, we usually don’t go. But if we could afford it – why not? There are some basic shortcuts we can use in order to have a wonderful time, doing something that is different and fun, without costing a small fortune.

One of the main expenses are clothing, boots, gloves, or skis. What we don’t think about is the ones people have packed away as they either outgrew them, or didn’t ski anymore. These can be family members, or even going to second-hand clothing stores. After all, we don’t have to have brand-new outfits to wear once a year, do we? Thrift shops, garage sales, attics, and so on – look everywhere you can to save money for the trip. The only time this may not work is if the buy is for children – who grow like crazy. If you buy them an outfit, plan on booking a ski vacation soon. Also, remember there are always discounts for children or they can get in free, especially if the family has never went skiing before. Many ski resorts will cater to you then, as they want you to return. Special offers are usually always available for children, so check this out online.

By joining a ski club, as the small cost to join will be offset, with discounts on trips, lower to cost ski lessons, non-ski promotions, and health club markdowns. Try to join a local one, or choose a low-key ski resort with lower prices and more one-on-one for training or working with beginners. This doesn’t mean that these resorts won’t provide you with a fun vacation – it simply means that they aren’t quite as well known as other resorts, and therefore, the prices may be a great deal cheaper. Also look for ski vacation packages that will include your lodging, lift tickets, lessons, rentals, and possibly even some meals from them also.

Because most ski resorts want booking six to eight months in advance, you have time to make some sacrifices if money is a real issue. For instance, instead of eating in an expensive restaurant each night, eat cheaper fast food, or make sandwiches in your room, while putting the money saved into a jar marked for skiing.

Other ideas are to borrow equipment from friends instead of renting it. Or join a group for lessons instead of taking private lessons – splitting the fee. Don’t stay at a lodge, stay at a motel farther away from the slopes if necessary. There are numerous ways that you can cut down on the expense of your ski trip. It is all about the powder after all!

I just moved to Denver and am trying to figure out what ski pass to purchase. We don’t want to be driving forever to go to skiing. Thanks for sharing your info w/ me!

Try Copper Mountain, 1 hour 24 minutes. Or if you want faster:

Eldora Ski Area: 1 hour 10 minutes
Winter Park: 1 hour 24 minutes
Loveland Ski Area 1 hour 10 minutes

Visit http://ski.travelnevada.com/ for all the best information on ski deals and conditions.

Boreal is the first Lake Tahoe ski resort to open in 2008, but more are right behind.

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I think it is wrong. The only reason why I want to work for them is because you can ski for free if you do. I have an ethical dilemma, I guess. What do you think?

Why is it wrong?

Holidays are very busy times for ski resorts. If they don't raise prices they become too crowded, which is no fun for anyone skiing.

Think of it another way. The real price is what they charge on holidays and they lower their price for people who want to ski on ordinary days.

Why does a restaurant charge more for dinner than for lunch?