This is not a drill, I am prepping for ski season RIGHT NOW! I have my Ikon Pass (and an Epic Pass too) and am in planning mode. While you may be shopping for the perfect pumpkin right about now, many ski resorts are prepping for the winter. In fact, I received quite a few notes ...read more
Back when I was pregnant with my first daughter, my husband and I took a fateful ski trip to Salt Lake City, Utah. I stuck to greens and blues, but I was not going to let a winter go by without at least a few runs. (By the way, check with your doctor to make sure skiing is a good ...read more
Families looking to hit the slopes this winter should look northwest, to the mountains of beautiful British Columbia, Canada. With acres of skiable terrain and epic powder conditions spread among some of the best ski resorts in the world, British Columbia does have it all, both ...read more
The weather forecasts look good for Big Sky Resort in Montana this winter season. With reliable snow (upwards of 3 feet have already fallen on Lone Peak before November!) and tons of family-friendly activities, I think Big Sky is the perfect family-friendly ski vacation. ...read more
While most mountains on the East Coast are wrapping things up in March, in Utah, ski season is still going strong. In fact, the snow just keeps on coming! Did you know that in Utah an average of 6.7’ of snow falls during April. Yes, that's SIX FEET SEVEN INCHES (FYI that's how ...read more
You know we love to see ski mamas (and ski dads) playing in the snow with the kiddos. But we also know USUALLY it's the kiddos who get all the cool gear. Well, we are putting an end to that with our Snowtastic #SkiMoms Giveaway! We've got more than $500 worth of prizes to share ...read more
Breckenridge Colorado is a haven for families that love to ski and snowboard. The town is home to one of the largest resorts in Colorado, plus it boasts a robust arts scene and wonderful food options. That's why families keep coming back to this destination ski town. One thing ...read more
Time for the Ski Moms Survey. Why? Because we think the ski and snowboard industry can serve moms better. I want to make our voices heard at the annual Ski Industry Association Trade show in January. I'm going to be presenting the results our our findings to the men in charge ...read more
Think snow! The best Family Ski Guide has arrived and it's time to start planning your time on the snow. I've dedicated so much of my life to this travel guide. Last year I was on snow for more than 60 days—from Mt. Hood to Mt. Tremblant, I've waited in a lot of lift lines ...read more
A great family ski trip involves more than just snow. To help you plan your Snowbird Family Ski Vacation, I want to help you plan meals and activities too. A good ski mom knows that the fun continues off the hill. Since there's so much to cover, we're going to split this review ...read more
Reliable, powdery snow. That's why flocks of people head to Salt Lake City every winter (more than 100" already this season)--to chase powder. There are 14 resorts to ski, I want to make sure you pick the right spot for your family. This is my advice on how to ski Snowbird. ...read more
Jackson Hole loomed big for me. Serious skiers talked up the snow quality and the steepness. In my mind, it was for advanced skiers only and the resort wasn't really on my radar when the girls were little. Well, this year we finally made it out West to experience Jackson first ...read more
Food and skiing go hand in hand. To complement our review on Skiing Deer Valley, here’s my Deer Valley Dining Guide. Deer Valley Dining Guide First off, let’s talk bubbly. Leave it to Deer Valley to have a champagne yurt on the property! The Montage hotel hosts the Veuve ...read more
Alta is the place to turn a person who likes to ski into a powder hound. Are you ready to fall deeply madly in love with skiing like that? Then Alta is your spot. Alta is teaming with a specific kind of romance and it’s a lot more accessible than you might think: both ...read more
There's nothing quite like a powder day in Aspen. For pure exhilaration, views and aprés fun, it can't be beat. The Aspen/Snowmass team knows how to go big--they run four mountains with massive verticals and plenty of double black terrain, but they also know how to do small--to ...read more
Skiing Vail is all about numbers. How much are the lift tickets? A lot. How fast is the gondola? Fast. How many acres are there to ski? More than possible in a week. And there's more: What's the speed limit in a "slow zone" and just how long will it take to wait in that ticket ...read more
You can't let winter make you bitter. Before I had children, winter used to be the enemy. I held a grudge until spring arrived. Nowadays, I relish my time in the snow. Winter is the season when my family bonds in the snow! With Puffs Plus Lotion, my family can face winter head ...read more
Families love skiing at Snowmass. If you are looking for a spring break that can keep a wide variety of snow lovers happy, Snowmass should be on the top of your list. This sizeable resort tries to combine excellent service with a huge expanse of terrain making it a top ...read more
