Swiss Alps skiing: an insider’s view
We’ve enjoyed Swiss Alps skiing since November 10, 2017 — Verbier, Switzerland to be exact! The resort of Verbier 4 Vallées officially opens daily from December 2, 2017 and stays open through the end of…
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Ski essentials
Packing the ski essentials for a day or several days on the slopes is so important that I have a “note” saved on my phone to check before I leave home. Until I finally created…
SIA 2017 roundup: cool or colorful ski jackets & more!
The Showports Industries of America (SIA)’s SnowShow hit Denver again last month with a flurry of new and repeat exhibitors showing off and selling items from their winter 2017/18 lines. Snowgrrl loved checking out the…
Alert! Hunky Firemen (+ beer + food) on the Mountains. . .
With the winter blah’s a thing of the past and the pressure of Valentine’s Day behind us, bluebird days on the mountain await. To compliment your ski or snowboarding days, check out some of the…
SIA SnowShow showcases style on the slopes
The SnowSports Industries of America’s annual SnowShow returned to Denver today, revving up professionals who outfit and equip skiiers and snowboarders from around the country and the world. Snowgrrl spotted a few major themes emerging…
Vail Cascades vs. Westin Riverfront resort stays
This winter, I have had the pleasure of staying at two resorts catering to snow sports enthusiasts: the Vail Cascade, and the Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa at Beaver Creek. Since my stays were less…