Skiing and riding can be very expensive, but it doesn't have to be. With a little research you can almost always find a great offer or special deal. This page will give you ideas and insights into steals and deals you'll find in the Northeast.
March 3, 2005
Smugglers’ Notch, VT
“America’s Family Resort” is the common correlation with Smuggs’. But that is not what lured the Guru up to Jeffersonville, VT. I arrived at the area with only one question, “How do you get to the top of Madonna Mountain?”
For years I have been hearing whispers of the goods that are hidden up at the Northern VT area. It seems that Smuggs’ is often overlooked as it sits quietly in the midst of powerhouse neighbors. What I found up there on Wednesday was SHOCKING!
The Black Hole, trees and pow!
Posted by Ethan Binns at 09:30 AM
February 18, 2005
Presidential Conditions!
It is not too late! If you do not have a mountain destination this weekend, drop everything and get on the phone now. There are still rooms available at most resorts, but they getting booked as you read this.
Sugarbush, form RSN.com
Posted by Ethan Binns at 10:16 AM
February 2, 2005
PATTITUDE!
The Ski Guru is going to watch the Patriots tear the wings off of Eagles from VT, NH or ME. No doubt at a Ski Resort. I would suggest that you seriously consider doing the same. I have been hinting to you that ‘Super Bowl Monday’ is a prime vacation day to request for several weeks. It has always been one of the Guru’s favorite three-day skiing holidays.
Pattitude @ Wachusett from RSN
Posted by Ethan Binns at 12:02 PM
January 25, 2005
Powder Deal: Jay Peak, VT
Jay Peak, VT – This one gets better each day as you watch the new snow reported on Snow Country pile up at the Pow capital of the East. I am a day late posting this deal, but there is still plenty of time to get it done. We are talking about skiing and riding: Don’t Try, Just Do.
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Posted by Ethan Binns at 06:34 PM
January 10, 2005
NH Special - Attitash, Bretton Woods & Pats Peak
Here we go folks. The deals are starting to role in as fast as people are breaking their New Years resolutions. This tends to happen during years that lack natural snow. The industry truly (correctly) believes that the majority of you do not think about skiing and riding if you do not see the snow in your own backyards. Enter tons of great deals to entice you to get of the couch and hit the slopes. There will be more to follow in the coming weeks.
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Posted by Ethan Binns at 04:49 PM
December 16, 2004
The Inn of the Six Mountains
Last night I made the short trek down route 100 VT from the Warren/Waitsfield area to the Killington/Sherburne region. A little more than half way up the access road I made a left into The Inn of the Six Mountains, Killington's number one place to stay.
Picture of Killington Peak taken 12/15 from The Inn of the Six Mountians.
Posted by Ethan Binns at 08:45 AM
December 15, 2004
Free Lift Tickets @ Attitash Friday 12/17!
Who's got two thumbs and likes Free Lift Tickets? The Ski Guru of course, which is why I am reminding you yet again about this awesome deal...I will be at Attitash this Friday, will you?
As they get ready to kick start the season the folks at Attitash have something special in mind for you. December 17, 2004 Attitash will be giving away a FREE lift ticket to anyone who shows up and asks for one at the window.
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December 13, 2004
Ski New Hampshire - Lift Ticket Gift Idea
Got a skier or rider on your gift list this holiday season? Here is the answer, one stop shopping for any of New Hampshire’s 16 alpine areas/resorts. On www.SkiNH.com they are offering new packages that include weekend/holiday lift tickets for as low as $39 per day. You can purchase 3 packs of tickets for $125 or a 6 pack for $229.
Posted by Ethan Binns at 11:53 AM
December 2, 2004
Correction - Sunday River Deal
In my Deals write up, the packages detailed below the picture were edited, and they are now better. The deal is vaild on weekends and will run until 12/23, with a $10 hike in price on the 19th.
Also, got word that they received 7" today from mid-mountain up before it turned to rain.
S.G.
Posted by Ethan Binns at 09:36 AM
November 30, 2004
How to get FREE Sunday River Lift Tickets
This Sunday (12/05/04) at Sunday River, the 5th annual Santa Sunday. Dress up as Santa Claus and receive a FREE lift ticket for the day. Also, you could get two additional tickets valid through 12/17/04. Pre-registration is required. Get to SundayRiver.com for all the rules and details.
Posted by Ethan Binns at 05:11 PM
November 23, 2004
Turkey Day deals and events
With eleven mountain resorts currently spinning the lifts in the North East there are plenty of specials and deals this week. Also, another dozen areas are projecting to be operational by this Friday 11/26/04, check boston.snocountry.com for the latest on your favorite. Here are few interesting deals and events…
Sunday River, ME:
The Thanksgiving package includes slope-side lodging, lift ticket, and free daily adult Perfect Turn clinics. You can stay from one to three days, with no minimum stay. Price is per person, per night. Packages from $69.95 (11/25/04 –11/28/04) What's more, this weekend at Sunday River the Budweiser Rocks the River concert series begins on Saturday. Mass Brass has performed everywhere from Boston to Vegas, they’ve opened for The Drifters and The Platters, and more. Sat., Nov. 27 at Tango Mary's. Doors open at 8 pm and admission is $5. www.sundayriver.com
Posted by Ethan Binns at 09:27 AM
Stratton update
Opening day is set for Wednesday 11/24/04. Snowmakers were out during those cold days and nights making 261 acre-feet of snow.
For Thanksgiving, three day lift ticket for only $99 (purchase online at stratton.com by
Wednesday 11/24/04).
Book a three night Lift and Lodging package (starting at $59 per person, per night) and get the fourth night of lodging and fourth day of skiing or riding FREE.
Call 1-800-STRATTON.
Posted by Ethan Binns at 09:24 AM
November 9, 2004
Deals you can't miss
Pass Deals -
The Mount Ellen Passes: Offered by Sugarbush Resort. There are several options for the Mount Ellen (Sugarbush North) passes. All of them are a good deal. Mount Ellen is home to 2600 feet of vertical featuring terrain for all levels of ability on 42 trails, a superpipe and two terrain parks all serviced by 7 lifts. Mt. Ellen stands at 4135’ tied for 3rd in VT. North is always the first section of the resort to open (11/20) and last to close. www.sugarbush.com
The Bold and the Beautiful Pass: Cannon’s midweek/non holiday pass. It is valid on weekends before December 26th and after March 20th. It is very affordable and Cannon has some of the most overlooked terrain in the East. Last year they opened up the Tram Line and there is always a secret stash in that defunct ski area next door, perfect for some fresh windblown powder a few days after a dump. www.cannonmt.com
Learn to Ski/Ride Packages –
Jiminy Peak, MA: The Get a Friend Skiing or Snowboarding Promotion lets skiers or snowboarders sign up online for an e-coupon to receive a free lift ticket when they bring a first time skier or snowboarder for the Jiminy Peak GETSkiing or GETSnowboarding program. The e-coupons are available online at www.jiminypeak.com only, and the promotion requires pre-registration. It is valid Sunday though Friday, non-holiday.
Wachusett, MA: The two-day Learn to Turn Package is ideal at $99. What do you get besides a short drive? Two days of Instruction, Rentals and Lift Tickets (days do not have to be consecutive). There is a chairlift upgrade added on the second day. Wachusett also throws in a free Passport Plus (normally $50) that will get you big discounts for the rest of the season. www.winter.wachusett.com
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