The Best Winter Ski Vacations In The United States!

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According to the National Ski and Snowboarders Retailers Association, over 5.5 million individuals participated in the ski season in 2007. The average skier skied for 6.2 days and the stats were at roughly 60% male, 40% female. The median age is 33 years old! That's a pretty good percentage for skiers in the US. If I factored in all the other skiers as well you would definitely see a major number. However, this time we are just going to do the stats and the best places to ski in the US. I'm sure most people would consider this a hard thing to do since the US has such beautiful places to visit and such amazing options when it comes to a winter ski vacation!

Whistler & Blackcomb: Sound familiar? It should, it's only been rated as one of the best places to ski and snowboard! This location has around 8000 acres to choose from with well over 200 trails for all level abilities as well, such as beginner, intermediate and professional. The Whistler & Blackcomb resort is also rated the best year round mountain resort as well - which means this specific resort isn't just amazing for a winter ski vacation, but every other season as well!

Aspen: Naturally when most people say they are going skiing, the words "Aspen" roll off their tongue. Not only is this location about luxury, but beauty as well! Aspen is filled to the brim with steep hills, and hundreds of acres of stunning terrain short to take your breath away! This is also a really cool place to go sightseeing as well.

Vail: Colorado always has been and always will be rated as one of the best places to ski, and it's no wonder - with amazingly sculptured mountain tops, perfect snow conditions and seven bowls stretching over 6 miles - what's not to love about Vail?!? This location is also the biggest skiing resort in the country and is said to have the best world class skiing worldwide!

Jackson Hole: While this location has an odd little title, it also has some of the most untouched and uncrowded scenery that you will ever see! Most people suggest that this is one of the best places for a winter ski vacation, especially if you are an advanced skier! Also, in and around this location are some really expansive malls, shopping areas, and spas!

Deer Valley: How could I actually end this little winter ski vacation top five without mentioning Utah at least once! Over all, Utah seems like a pretty awesome place to ski, but in particular the Deer Valley resort has incredibly skiing conditions and a ton of lavish amenities including manicured slopes, ski attendants, and of course - top notch restaurants!

Obviously some of these you may have heard before. I also know that a lot of people actually prefer Colorado when it comes to skiing. People seem to think that this state in particular has some of the best snow, the best slopes and the best Colorado ski packages. While this may be true as far as winter ski vacation packages are concerned, you will never know unless you give it a try. By the way, if you are going to Colorado for skiing specifically, and you have never skied before, I really suggest checking out Colorado ski lessons! This is really going to give you a chance to see how to ski like the pros!