New Hampshire's Glen House on TravelSquire

Winter Wonderland By New Hampshire’s Glen House

It’s called “Climb to the Clouds,” one of the oldest auto races in America. Cars race toward the 6,300-foot peak of New Hampshire’s Mt. Washington, the highest peak in the Northeastern U.S.  Nowadays you can also be challenged by a “Ski to the Clouds”—a combo ski/snowshoe and fat bike 10K. … Read more

Europe Ski DEstinations

Skiing Through Europe: 6 Destinations You Must Visit

Winter is coming, as we all very well know, and now might be the right time to begin considering your skiing destination for the season. If you’re considering Europe ski destinations and eager to sample some of the best snow in the world, check out one of these six prime … Read more

Spring skiing in Vermont on TravelSquire

Spring Skiing in Vermont

Our travel may be temporarily interrupted, but we can still dream and plan. We’re here to bring you travel inspiration for the trips you’ll take when life returns to normal. – TravelSquire Editors Sugarbush Resort is in the scenic Mad River Valley of Vermont, and averages 250 inches of snow … Read more

72 Hours in Aspen, Colorado

I’m gazing at downhill racers traversing beautifully down the lower “Little Nell” run from a ringside seat inside SO Café, an aerie-style eatery on the rooftop of the Aspen Museum.  I’m thinking the stubby lower trail looks a bit on the steep side but upon studying one skier after another … Read more

spring skiing packing tips on TravelSquire

Spring Skiing Packing Tips

Spring skiing is upon us, and many skiers know it’s prime time for a fun adventure. With warmer temperatures, end-of-season specials, and mountain closing parties, there’s never a better time to pack your bags and head to the mountains. Whether you’re a die-hard skier or like skiing with the family, … Read more

Copper Mountain is a family-friendly ski destination on TravelSquire

Family-Friendly Skiing at Colorado’s Copper Mountain

I’m holding fast to the brakes of a roller coaster that races above the treetops of the winter wonderland that’s Copper Mountain, a Colorado ski resort. My 15-year-old daughter speeds ahead of me, more of an adrenaline junkie than me. I hurl expletives at the track as my car careens … Read more

Mountain Vistas in St. Moritz

Skiing St. Moritz, Switzerland

St. Moritz is serious sports including skiing, snowshoeing, tobogganing, ice skating, polo, mountain hiking in the winter and more activities in the summer.

Alyeska Mountain

Alyeska Resort, Girdwood, Alaska

Wilderness meets pampered luxury at Alaska’s four-star Hotel Alyeska. Ski runs overlook glaciers and powder reigns supreme. The mountain-top Seven Glaciers restaurant consistently receives Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence and a bounty of first-class amenities make this resort a go-to winter destination for those seeking adventure. Located just … Read more

Where to Ski (and Party) this Spring

As the days grow longer and temperatures climb, ski resorts in the Great White North come alive.  Locals shed their layers and it seems plenty of pent-up energy comes rushing to the surface.  The general atmosphere becomes pretty wild, almost akin to an adults Spring Break.  Sprintime events feature live … Read more

The Essential Guide to Skiing the Rockies

Weather you are new to skiing or a seasoned pro, the expansive terrain and powder of the Canadian Rockies and Western Mountains offer something for every skillset. Here we have charted some of the best ski resorts and mountains with everything from bunny slopes to the most intense verticals. Mt. … Read more

Skiing Park City, Utah

Anticipation is building as we eagerly ascend in altitude and navigate our way through towering canyons towards Park City, Utah.  After a lengthy day of flying (including a layover and a hefty delay) we are relieved at how convenient accessing Park City is from the airport.  Soon enough we were … Read more

Skiing the Austrian Alps

The last rays of steely blue sunlight are just beginning to fade as I settle into the Nederhütte, an old-world style ski hut nestled in the Austrian Alps toward the bottom of a ski run. Inside, men are in lederhosen and ski boots, countless dancing with hands raised grabbing at … Read more

Shopping for Ski Gear

Shopping for Ski Gear

Another ski season has come and gone. Apart from western Canada’s Whistler Blackcomb, which stays open until May 26, most ski resorts are shutting down their lifts.  And most ski shops are rolling out their summer inventory of mountain bikes and skateboards. It’s the perfect time to buy ski gear. … Read more

Backcountry Skiing

An Introduction to Backcountry Skiing

With skiing, achieving the perfect balance of technique, speed and leg strength is essential and once these are in sync the resulting sensation of flying downhill floating on bottomless snow is addictive. And as any avid skier will tell you, it’s all about the conditions. There is a reason the … Read more

Let’s Talk About Snow

Let’s Talk About Snow

It’s a myth that Canada’s Inuit have hundreds of words for snow.  Counting generously, according to anthropologist Franz Boaz, experts can come up with about a dozen. I’d counter that the English-speaking subculture of skiers and snowboarders reigns supreme when it comes to terms for Ullr’s gift to winter sports. … Read more