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How to Find a Ski Resort in Virginia

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Skiing is one of the most popular activities for winter vacationers. Some of the best ski resorts in the United States can be found in Virginia, particularly along the Blue Ridge Mountains. Learn how you can choose a good ski resort in Virginia.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Visit websites such as Trails, Ski Equipment Shopping Guide or Virginia Is For Lovers. These sites provide listings of some of the top ski resorts in the state, such as the Bryce Four Seasons Ski Resort, Massanutten Ski Resort, The Homestead Ski Resort and the Wintergreen Ski Resort.

  2. Step 2

    Read descriptions of the ski resorts. Learn about the history, their locations and what activities they offer. The sites mentioned in Step 1 also have links to the ski resorts' homepages, where you can see photos to help you determine whether the resort is ideal for you and your guests.

  3. Step 3

    Find out if the resort has plenty of trails to go downhill or cross-country skiing. Decide what other activities you would like to do while visiting the ski resort, such as snowboarding, snowtubing or ice skating. Learn about the other amenities, such as the best restaurants for dining or other special events, such as live music. Spas within the ski resorts have also become a popular attraction if you want to be pampered.

  4. Step 4

    Get recommendations from other sources such as travel magazines or online reviews. Ask for input from family and friends who may have visited a Virginia ski resort. They can tell you whether they enjoyed their stay and give you tips on lodging, shopping or dining.

  5. Step 5

    Look for the best deals that fall within your budget. Check out sites such as Cheap Tickets for any special pricing on weekday or weekend lodging and travel. Sometimes, it may be inexpensive to travel to the resort during certain times of the year. Once you've evaluated your options, choose and book your destination online or visit a travel agent.

Tips & Warnings
  • Purchase your lift tickets when you book your flight, hotel or rental car reservations. These usually allow you to have unlimited access to the ski slopes and the ski lifts. Prices vary according to the ski resort.
  • Virginia ski resorts can also be enjoyed during the spring and summer. Take advantage of golfing, mountain biking, hiking, fishing or swimming. Also, the weather is usually 10 to 15 degrees cooler than the average summer temperature in town.
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