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Sunny skies, bubbles and smiles all round were the hallmarks of the opening of the ski season at Mt Hutt today (Saturday, May 30).  More than 2000 Cantabrians and visitors to the region turned out to welcome the snow and celebrate skiing in May at Mt Hutt.  The high country ski area opening was two weeks ahead of schedule as a result of early snow coverage.

Ski Area Manager Dave Wilson says it was the first time the mountain had opened in May for more than a decade.  “We have a one metre snow base which is phenomenal for this time of year.  Getting the mountain open early has been a huge challenge for staff but we had a great day today making it well worth the effort.

Check out Mt Hutt’s auction, lift passes for the rest of the season starting at $1.
http://www.sella.co.nz/store/4yhr1r/mt-hutt-ski-area/

More info on ski holidays in New Zealand, Japan, USA & Canada:
www.skitraveller.co.nz

I was talking to a friend in Queenstown on Friday….he reported the snow falling, even settling on the ground….winter is definitely on it’s way as the next day my sister text me from Wellington to say she could see snow on the mountains at the top of the South Island.  Time to start looking for flights south, Ski Traveller has some great hotel, apartment, rental car & lift pass deals for Queenstown, Wanaka and Methven this year….come in and see us or give us a call to book your South Island winter getaway.  

Talk to Lianne about the South Island.

PS - make sure you check out the amazing BlackonWhite Ski Camps we have for July & August (under UNIQUE Holidays on our site).  The camps operate from Mt Hutt, Coronet Peak and Treble Cone - very limited numbers, take your skiing to another level - you will be coached by former Olympic & World Cup skiers, the BONUS for this year is Antoine Deneriaz the 2006 Olympic Gold Medalist will be attending two of the camps!!!