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New On the Slopes
By Leigh Culpepper

Winter sports lovers--downhill skiers, cross-country skiers, snowboarders and experimenting novices--are in for an à la carte season this year! Resorts are offering great packages of on-slope and off-slope activities and rounding out the snow experience with something for everyone. BeyondWork makes it easier than ever to get super snow-country deals with a brand-new e-ticketing solution. This unique offer, available only through BeyondWork, is the perfect way to plan and purchase a ski vacation online.

Beyond Skiing

There's more to snow than skiing! Resorts and/or nearby venues are offering tons of activities--both traditional and brand-new--to boost outdoor fun this season.

Snowshoeing

This zorb is found at Northstar's snow playground. Strap yourself in and get rolling!

Snowboarding
Snowmobiling
Tubing
Snow scootering
Ice climbing
Snow biking
Playing in snow (Snow playgrounds may include toys, half-pipes, terrain parks and more.)
Ski-foxing (The ski-fox is a snow toy, formerly known as a "jack jump," that enables the user to ski while sitting down!)
Sledding
Ice-skating

A Complete Getaway

There's plenty of fun in snow country, even for folks who'd rather sit by the fire than take to the slopes. At many resorts, indoor types can work out in a gym or pamper themselves with a massage, facial or other spa treatment while their friends are out schussing. Non-skiers and skiers alike can go sightseeing, visit a museum or just enjoy the natural beauty surrounding the resort. At Chateau Mont Sainte-Ann for example, visitors are only 30 minutes from beautiful Quebec city. Many of Lake Tahoe-area resorts are just a short drive away from the excitement of Nevada's casinos, and Rocky Mountain Golf and Ski vacationers can enjoy nearby amusement parks and outdoor parks. Like many resorts, Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge and Spa offers full spa services, a hot tub and a swimming pool.

Something for Everyone

Ski resorts love kids! In addition to offering children's ski lessons, many resorts have childcare facilities. No longer a mere baby-sitting service, resort daycare includes educational activities and structured interactive components. The very youngest tots get a gentle introduction to the "white stuff," preparing them for later ski experiences.

Many resorts offer special packages for singles and/or women. These deals may contain special activities, such as a health and fitness program, nightlife excursions and other opportunities to meet people and socialize.

And there are many programs that encourage the older, wiser set to keep skiing by offering them discounts and free ski-conditioning tips.

BeyondWork Easy Extras

E-ticketing by BeyondWork An easy way to buy and plan your ski vacation online.
Fogdog.com Bring a warm parka and thick socks for the slopes. Discounts on Fogdog.com.
Fodor's Skiing USA: The Guide for Skiers and Snowboarders 2000 by Fodor's Travel Guides. (Fodor's Travel Publications, Incorporated, 1999, $15.39). This price, equivalent to 14% off the retail price, is available only through the BeyondWork link to Barnes & Noble books.
Skiing America: Top Winter Resorts in U.S.A. and Canada by Charles A. Leocha and Diane Slezak Scholfield (Editor). With James Kitfield. (World Leisure Corporation, 1999, $18.96). This price, equivalent to 24% off the retail price, is available only through the BeyondWork link to Barnes & Noble books.