A smart layout and tons of beginner terrain make this Deep Creek Lake resort a mecca for novices. Take lessons and hone your ski legs in a sequestered learning center by the lower lodge. It's protected by a grove of trees and served by three conveyor carpets that let beginners progress at a comfortable pace. When you're ready, board an adjacent chairlift to the upper lodge area and build skills on seven breezy greens.
Many of these distilleries and their tasting rooms are set in pristine outdoor locations, and several also take advantage of the surrounding nature, using locally-sourced grain, snow melt or aquifer water, and endemic botanicals to celebrate local mountain life and the great outdoors. Pair a dram with soaring views and chic slope-side fashion, and aprés-ski in a mountain tasting room is more fun than a happy hour anywhere else. Below, our 10 favorite ski town distilleries in North America.
When it comes to winter adventures, Quebec offers skiers the best of all worlds: legendary mountains, lively villages, and a treasure trove of affordable and lesser-known ski destinations woven throughout the province. Whether you're planning a family getaway, a bucket-list trip from the UK, or seeking authentic local vibes, here's your insider guide to skiing Quebec's major icons-and the wallet-friendly gems waiting to be discovered.
Skiing is both a beloved pastime and a lifestyle throughout Europe, which means choosing a destination for a transatlantic ski trip can be a dizzying experience. While ski resorts can be found all over the continent, France, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, and Norway are particularly renowned for their ski-friendly climates, terrain, and infrastructure. Villages like St. Moritz and Cortina d'Ampezzo have welcomed snow-seeking travelers for years.