Telluride Ski Resort: Telluride, CO Historically rooted in western mining, Telluride has evolved into a world-class ski resort with more than 2,000 acres of beginner, intermediate, and advanced skiing terrain, including the Revelation Bowl, Palmyra Peak, and Gold Hill Chutes. Popular activities also include snowmobiling, horseback riding, and heli-skiing. Mountain Village is a great place to shop and also offers a wide variety of restaurants such as Le Bon Vivant and Alpino Vino, both of which offer exceptional cuisine and top wines. With its relaxed culture and exceptional service, Telluride is a top destination to visit this winter. www.tellurideskiresort.com (800) 778-8581 Photo Credit: Telluride Ski Resort

Big Sky Resort: Big Sky, MT With its recent merger with Moonlight Basin and the added terrain of the Spanish Peaks area, Big Sky is now the largest ski resort in the United States. Boasting 5,750 acres and a 4,350-foot vertical drop, Big Sky offers a Northern Rockies backdrop and Montana hospitality. Whether it’s skiing, ziplining, going for a sleigh ride, or relaxing at the spa, Big Sky has something for everyone. www.bigskyresort.com (800) 548-4486 Photo Credit: Gleniss Indreland

Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows Resort: Olympic Valley, CA Squaw Valley offers the most extensive night skiing in Lake Tahoe. This prime vacation locale focuses on entertainment with shopping, dining, dog sledding, and ice skating. As an added bonus, lift tickets purchased at Squaw Valley are also good at its sister resort, Alpine Meadows, just 10 minutes away. Free shuttles depart from both resorts every half-hour. www.squaw.com (800) 403-0206

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort: Teton Village, WY Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is known for its abundance of powder and pitches, but its 1,250 acres of terrain are perfect for beginner, intermediate, and expert skiers alike. Located near Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort makes conservation and environmentally friendly operations a high priority and received the 2011 Golden Eagle Award for Environmental Excellence. A new system called the J Card is part of this effort, making visits more convenient by enabling guests to purchase reusable tickets and link to their resort room or credit card. www.jacksonhole.com (307) 733-2292 Photo Credit: Jeff Engerbretson

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