DALLAS, Oct. 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ski season is fast approaching
and Hotels.com has put together a unique list of the top ski resorts, from
Aspen to Whistler. Whether travelers are looking for the highest vertical
drop or a great choice for a family-friendly resort, Hotels.com knows where to
go and where to stay.
"The key to a great winter vacation is choosing the right destination and
accommodations. Hotels.com can help you choose those best places and offers
hundreds of properties at significant savings from vacation rental
condominiums and townhomes to luxury resort hotels and bed & breakfasts," said
Cheryl Rosner, president of Hotels.com. "This year's list of top destinations
and resorts are the spots we know customers will want because of their great
value, great locations, superb amenities, and of course, incredible snow."
PLAY AND STAY IN THESE TOP SNOW SPOTS ACCORDING TO HOTELS.COM
-- The Summit Lodge and Spa (Whistler, BC) -- The Summit Lodge and Spa
combines Zen tranquility with a Northwest ski lodge in the heart of
Whistler. Known to have more skiable terrain than any other ski
destination, Whistler, BC is also the site of the 2010 Winter
Olympics.
-- The Fairmont Banff Springs (Banff / Lake Louise, Alberta) -- Few areas
of the world can compare to the majesty of Banff and a stay at the
Fairmont Banff Springs, a magnificent baronial castle built in the
late 1800s, gives travelers a respite from the world and a pure ski
experience.
-- Stein Erickson Lodge (Park City, Utah) -- The Stein Erickson Lodge is
perfect for that romantic winter escape. The five-star, deluxe hotel
is situated among the Wasatch Mountains of Deer Valley Resort.
Besides the obvious world-class skiing and snowboarding, Park City
offers a wealth of activities and cultural events all year long.
-- Sky Hotel (Aspen, CO) -- A stay at the slope-side Sky Hotel in
downtown Aspen will keep guests right in the mix in this trendy ski
spot where people come to see and be seen. Its signature bar is
known for its Gold Digger and Botox Martinis. Known as The Power of
Four, Aspen gives the avid snow sport enthusiast access to the popular
slopes of Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk.
By night, the snow-filled city turns into a chi-chi hot spot for
winter fun.
-- Snake River Lodge (Jackson Hole, WY) -- After hiking the Teton
Mountains, skiing Corbet's Couloir or attacking the shops in downtown
Jackson, rejuvenate at the Snake River Lodge within its 17,000 square
foot, full-service Avanyu Spa. Activities abound at this resort with
skiing, dog sledding and snowmobiling.
-- Eagle Ridge Lodge (Steamboat, CO) -- Eagle Ridge Lodge offers a
genuine mountain lodge atmosphere with western flair and all the
comforts of home. Guests receive a complimentary bottle of wine, free
internet access and ski lockers. Set amongst the Mount Werner,
Sunshine, Storm, Thunderhead, Pioneer Ridge(R) and Christie peaks,
skiers and riders agree that Steamboat has the pipe and the park to
reckon with.
-- Main Street Station (Breckenridge, CO) -- An annual snowfall of
300 inches, twenty-three lifts, and 139 trails make Breckenridge one
of North America's finest ski destinations and the luxurious Main
Street Station is located in the heart of the city. Providing rustic
elegance, Main Street Station is a resort within a resort with a plaza
featuring shops, restaurants, bars and the Blue Sage Spa. It even
offers babysitting services for an adults night out.
-- Lakeland Village Beach & Mountain Resort (Lake Tahoe, NV) -- The
Lakeland Village Beach & Mountain Resort is the premier condominium
resort and ideal for the destination traveler. Nestled among the snow
peaks of Squaw Valley, Heavenly, Kirkwood and Northstar, this
lakefront condominium resort offers complimentary ski continental
breakfast and activities for the whole family.
-- Highlands Lodge (Beaver Creek, CO) -- Known for its luxury and charm,
a stay at the Highlands Lodge is ideal for every level of skier. Like
the resort, Beaver Creek offers something for everyone from
snowboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding,
tubing, cross country skiing, and even ice fishing! After a day of
fun head back to the Highlands lodge and rest in the outdoor spa.
-- River Run Condominiums (Keystone, CO) -- The right spot for groups and
families, River Run Condominiums is located in Keystone's new
pedestrian village. Visit during the River Run Winter Carnival or the
Beach Party on Ice. Comprised of three mountains, 20 lifts including
two gondolas servicing 117 trails, visitors to Keystone never get
bored.
Travelers can visit the Hotels.com web site http://www.hotels.com to find
these and other ski resorts offering specially negotiated rates for the
upcoming ski season.
*Please visit http://www.hotels.com for details on the hotels.com best
rate guarantee.
About Hotels.com
Hotels.com is a leading provider of lodging worldwide, offering
reservation services through its own websites (including http://www.hotels.com
and others), its interactive affiliate network (http://www.IAN.com ), and its
toll-free call centers (1-800-2-HOTELS). Hotels.com gives travelers the
widest selection of lodging accommodations from traditional hotels to vacation
rentals at over 12,000 properties in more than 400 cities in North America,
Europe, the Caribbean and Asia. The company is a one-stop shopping source for
hotel pricing, amenities and availability, and also specializes in providing
travelers with accommodations during sold-out periods. Hotels.com is an
operating business of IAC/InterActiveCorp (Nasdaq: IACI). CST: 2059975-40.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Nicole Hockin
Hotels.com
469-335-1595
nhockin@hotels.com
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CONTACT:
Nicole Hockin of Hotels.com, +1-469-335-1595,
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NOTE TO EDITORS: Please contact the Hotels.com press office for
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well as rates and availability.
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