Mountain Review: Sundance
This modestly-sized Utah mountain boasts a striking, rustic feel, but most other competitors offer better overall values.
Alterra Debuts 2023-24 Ikon Passes With Significant Base Plus Price Increase; Taos Leaves Base Pass
The company has increased the cost of its mid-tier Base Plus Pass by more than 14% versus last season, making it a tough sell against the full Ikon Pass.
The 10 Highest Ski/Snowboard Lesson Prices In North America for 2022-23
Learning how to ski or snowboard has never been cheap, but at the most prestigious destinations, this season’s lesson costs approach an entirely new tier of insanity.
Vail Resorts Debuts 2023-24 Epic Pass Suite, Moves to Phone-Based Access
While access changes for the upcoming season are minimal, Vail Resorts’ multi-resort pass products will no longer come standard with a physical pass. The one remaining non-Vail-owned U.S. partner, Telluride, will now require access reservations.
Mountain Review: Brian Head
This under-the-radar southern Utah destination offers striking terrain at an affordable price.
Learning to Ski or Snowboard: Beginner-Friendly Destination Resorts
If you choose not to learn locally—or don’t have the option to—these resorts offer some of the best beginner bargains and general learning experiences out there.
Skiing or Riding for the First Time: Tips to Ensure a Successful Experience
Planning ahead and having the right equipment on hand will set you up for a successful first day on the slopes—and for continued snowsports enthusiasm.
Sunday River Confirms Barker Bubble Six-Pack Replacement, Additional Merrill Hill Triple Lift for 2023-24
The new Barker 6 will finally put an issue-prone, three-decade-old high-speed quad out to pasture, while the second Merrill Hill lift in two years highlights Sunday River’s continued real estate focus.
Video Review: Steamboat
An in-depth video review of Steamboat, a destination ski resort located in northern Colorado.
Mountain Review: Hunter
High-speed lifts, reasonably varied terrain, and proximity to New York City make this Catskill mountain an appealing choice on paper. However, poor crowd management really hurts the overall experience.