As the winter months approach you may be eagerly awaiting the first snow fall. Well, it's time to brush the dust off of those skis and start planning your winter vacation in Vermont. Vermont is full of fabulous ski resorts and home to some of the best skiing in the country. There are loads of adorable towns tucked in the Green Mountains. And when the first snow falls, these towns and resorts are ready for the millions of visitors in search of the perfect winter vacation. Two resorts you may want to consider are Bolton Valley Resort and Mount Snow.
Bolton Valley Resort
With 5,000 acres of pristine land surrounding the ski village of Bolton Valley Resort, it is breathtaking to say the least. If you are looking for skiing or snowboarding, Bolton Valley Resort has spectacular trails to satisfy you.
Bolton Valley Resort has 71 trails for your skiing pleasure. 32% are novice, 36% are intermediate and 32% are expert. There are 300 acres of skiing area. There are 10 ski trails that are lit at night for nighttime skiing and 3 terrain parks for nighttime as well. There are 2 quad chair lifts, 3 double chair lifts and 1 surface lift.
Once you are done on the slopes for the day, take a break and relax in the Sports Center's Jacuzzi or swim a couple laps in their heated pool. Still not relaxed, how about a sauna? The Sports Center also offers basketball, tennis as well as fitness equipment.
At Bolton Valley, all of the rooms are directly on the slopes or within walking distance. No need to drive anywhere. Accommodations consist of standard rooms, suites or condominiums. They offer all-inclusive packages in addition to their ski and stay packages.
Mount Snow Resort
Mount Snow is one of the most recognized ski resorts in the World today. It is home to an outstanding terrain park that hosted both the ESPN Winter X Games and the Winter Dew Tour.
Winter activities include; skiing, tubing, snowshoeing, ice skating, snowmobiling, ice and rock climbing, dog sledding and sleigh rides.
Mount Snow has 79 trails for skiing. 14% are easy, 68% are intermediate and 18% are expert. There are 10 glades and 10 terrain parks. There are 467 acres of skiing areas. Mount Snow offers five mountain faces, lots and lots of tree areas, and has top rated parks and pipes. There are 5 surface lifts, 4 double lifts, 6 triple lifts, 4 quad lifts, 3 hi-speed quad lifts and a 6 person lift.
There are a several Bed & Breakfast and hotels located in the valley. The Grand Summit Resort Hotel and Conference Center offers 197 guest rooms to accommodate guests. There is a health club, outdoor heated pools and Jacuzzi as well as a spa. There are 19 restaurants and cafeterias to keep you and your family well fed.
If Vermont is your winter vacation spot, be sure to check into these two fabulous ski resorts. You will find endless fun and activities for the whole family to enjoy.