• Niseko 455cm of snowfall and a whopping 220cm base at the top station
• Whistler 310cm snowfall with a 120cm base at the mid station
• Taos, New Mexico enjoying their best early season conditions in many years
• Alyeska, Alaska reporting a huge 110cm dump last weekend

Read on for more details

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CANADA WHISTLER-BLACKCOMB Whistler in the sun Opened a week early on 18th November due to heavy snowfalls Snow Report: * 121cm snow base * 310cm total snowfall so far this season * Over 1000 acres of groomers yesterday * Check out this crazy opening video BIG WHITE Currently -7 and snowing Snow Report: * 76cm snow base * Over 150cm total snowfall so far this season * Rated in the top-5 family resorts in the world SUN PEAKS Sun Peaks looking great Cold and clear with a deep snow base Snow Report:       * 90cm snow base * Over 170cm total snowfall this season * Celebrating their 50th anniversary this year ________________________________________________________________________________________

JAPANNISEKO Niseko early season powder 4-6 days of snow in the forecast - again Snow Report:   * 220cm snow base * 450cm total snowfall so far this season * 17 lifts scheduled to open tomorrow   FURANO 4-6 days of snow expected from the same storm   Snow Report: * 90cm snow base * 200cm total snowfall * Great family resort with light, dry powder      ________________________________________________________________________________________ USA VAIL Powder on December 4th Favourite early season training venue of the US Ski Team Snow Report:   * 60cm snow base * 180cm total snowfall so far this season * Cold temps replacing current snow showers will make for a true winter wonderland this Christmas   ASPEN/SNOWMASS15cm overnight with moderate snow continuing today Snow Report: * 50cm snow base @ Aspen, 80cm snow base @ Snowmass * 180cm total snowfall * All 4 resorts open and ready for Christmas    ________________________________________________________________________________________  Hope to see you on the slopes soon, The team at Ski TravellerSarah & Antonia www.skitraveller.co.nz info@skitraveller.co.nz NZ Toll Free 0800 11 22 99 AU Toll Free 1800 15 95 25 You’re receiving this email because of your relationship with Ski Traveller. You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails.

]]> http://www.skitraveller.co.nz/blog/general/ski-traveller-global-snow-report/feed http://www.skitraveller.co.nz/blog/general/winter-park-to-open-12th-november-2011 http://www.skitraveller.co.nz/blog/general/winter-park-to-open-12th-november-2011#comments Sat, 12 Nov 2011 03:52:40 +0000 Sarah http://www.skitraveller.co.nz/blog/general/winter-park-to-open-12th-november-2011 WINTER PARK RESORT TO OPEN EARLY FOR 72^nd SEASONSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2011 WINTER PARK, COLO. (November 7, 2011)- Winter Park Resort, one of Colorado’s premier resort destinations, has announced that it will open four days earlier than originally planned for the 72^nd season on Saturday, on November 12, 2011. Skiing and riding will take place on 36 acres and five trails accessible via four lifts; Arrow, Gemini, Endeavour and depending on conditions, the Discovery lift.

“Winter Park Resort is responding to the high demand for early season access to the slopes from Colorado’s Front Range skiers and riders. Also, by opening ahead of schedule we are putting seasonal employees to work earlier than originally expected,” said Gary DeFrange, president and chief operating officer at Winter Park Resort. “Thanks to the hard work of our snowmaking and grooming crews, plus early season snowfall, the runs are primed and ready to go.”

There’s never been a better time to ski/board in the Northern Hemisphere with these amazing Air Pacific airfare deals especially as our mighty Kiwi dollar continues to fly high.

Snow and Sun with Air Pacific

• Unique Child Air Pacific Snow Fares for up to 15 year olds.
• Stopover option in Fiji.
• Air Pacific’s airfare special is valid for the whole winter season with no blackout dates over Christmas/New Year period.
• Baggage allowance is one bag at 23 kgs, and second bag free for skis/boards only.
• Great value Business class airfares are available, ask us for details.
• Connections 4-5 times a week ex Auckland, and once a week ex Christchurch to Los Angeles via Nadi.
• Operated by Boeing 737 and 747 aircraft.

For other ski destinations in North America, talk to our ski specialists, phone 0800 11 22 99 or email info@skitraveller.co.nz

Early Booking Lift Ticket Specials - book by 15 December 2011
Pay 4 days, Ski 5 days   /   Pay 5 days, Ski 7 days   /    Pay 6 days, Ski 8 days   /    Pay 7 days, Ski 10 days   /   Pay 8 days, Ski 11 days   /   Pay 9 days, Ski 12 days   /   Pay 10 days, Ski 14 days   /   Pay 11 days, Ski 15 days   /   Pay 12 days, Ski 17 days.
Valid all season for adults, senior, youth and child. Not valid with any other Ski Banff Lake Louise Sunshine special offers.

Talk to Ski Traveller today about a ski holiday in Canada on 0800 11 22 00

This, along with the planned Hirafu main street upgrades and beautiful new developments such as ‘Shiki’, shows that the enthusiasim which you, the international ski community, have shown for Niseko is bringing plenty of exciting changes for the area!

Talk to our Japan ski specialists today, phone 0800 11 22 99 or email info@skitraveller.co.nz

Valid at Vail - Beaver Creek - Keystone - Breckenridge - Arapahoe Basin - Heavenly - Northstar at Tahoe.

Epic Season Pass: Unlimited ski days for 2011/12 season.
ADULT:      US$629 (13 & older at the time of purchase)
CHILD:       US$319 (5 - 12 Years)

Epic 7 Day Pass:  Valid for 7 days at listed resorts
ADULT:      US$479 (13 & older at the time of purchase)
CHILD:       US$239 (5 - 12 Years)

- Unrestricted Dates
- You must purchase your Epic Season Pass or Epic 7 Day Pass from Ski Traveller by 30 May 2011, phone our specialists on 0800 11 22 99 or email us on info@skitraveller.co.nz