Skiing

Big Sky Montana

Could anybody share opinions about Big Sky Resort in Montana? We are
considering the week of March 20th, 2006 (spring break for my son).
Comparisons to Snowmass, Colorado would be most helpful. My son is an
advanced intermediate skier, my wife and I are solid intermediate skiers.

Some of the things I am most interested in are: snow conditions at that time
of the year; lift lines, lodging recommendations, and anything else you
think would be helpful.

Thanks,
William

See Also : Re: Banff

Banff is an ok place to visit however it is very commercialized these days.
Your better bet would be to consider Kimberley, British Columbia. You can
fly directly into the Cranbrook airport via a Calgary or Vancouver
connection and then rent a car or take a transfer to get you the 25 miles to
the resort area. There are about 70 trails with a perfect mix of beginner,
intermediate and expert runs. The best thing about Kimberley though is the
fact that it has not become one of those areas where cost routinely
surpasses value. The town itself possesses a strong Bavarian theme and life
moves at a nice and relaxing pace.

I work with a group of developers in the area who have been building some
amazing 2 and 3 bedroom chalets that are right on the ski hill (complete
with a hot tub on the balcony of each unit). The great thing about
accomodations in Kimberley is that with the exception of Christmas time, it
is possible to get into high end accomodations for a fraction of what the
higher traffic areas would cost you. Get in touch with me and I can help you
figure out the logistics of planning a trip to this undiscovered gem of a
town.

Shawn Ross
Hotel Alternative / Imperial Suites
888-270-0802 - Office
403-714-3623 - Cell

"Howlee" wrote in message
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> I was thinking of checking it out this year. When I was snowboarding in
> Colorado and Tahoe last year, I met many folks who said this place should
> definitely be checked out.
>
> Can anyone tell me how to do this trip without spending an arm & leg? I
> have some free plane tickets I have to use and they fly into Canada.
>
> When should I go to Banff?
>
> Where should I stay? At the resort of some other place close by?
>
> Do I need to rent a car when I fly into Calgary?
>
> I thought I'd ask you folks, since yall seem to know the ins and outs of
> many resorts. I am trying to budget this trip because I still have at
least
> one or 2 more ski trips to take before the season ends. Your thoughts are
> appreciated.
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