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The 10 Highest Ski/Snowboard Lesson Prices In North America: 2023-24

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.

2023 Ski Resort Upgrades Ranked: Which Were Hits and Which Flopped?

We rank the major 2022-23 North American ski resort upgrades in order of their overall effectiveness, and we highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each initiative.

The Best Snowboards for Vail

Vail’s massive footprint is abundant with features like rocks, cliffs, side hits, open bowls, and plenty of powder stashes if you know where to look, and with the right snowboard, guests can take full advantage.

Vail Base Areas: Which One Should You Start Your Day At?

Which of Vail’s four base areas should you start at on your ski or ride day—and why? We thoroughly explore the pros and cons for each option.

Vail Back Bowls: A Comprehensive Overview

A deep dive into the eight major bowls at Colorado’s largest ski area, including the factors that make each one especially stand out.

Vail

With expansive, diverse terrain and modern lifts, this top-of-the-line resort competes well with the best in the country.