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 December 6, 2008Travel Dispatch |
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TravelThere’s an understanding among Scandinavia’s diehard skiers: when the weather turns warm, it’s time to finish off the season at the world’s northernmost ski resort: Riksgransen, Sweden.  Gliding among pale blue glaciers, breathing the hard, clean wind on nearly 200 miles of marked trails, is the essence of skiing in this town defined by altitude. ADVERTISEMENT  Journeys Along with a flurry of last-minute deals, ski resorts across the country are still rolling out plenty of new high-speed lifts, new spas and new hotels. Practical Traveler Planning on packing your skis or snowboard on your flight out to snow country this year? Be prepared to pay. Surfacing Hockey puck burgers and mystery meat hot dogs have long been the staple at North American ski lodges, but, luckily, several ski lodges are going organic this winter. Weekend in New York You can find just about everything in New York’s city limits, except for ski slopes. But luckily, there are plenty of bars and lounges with a chic-woodsy atmosphere. MORE TRAVEL
EscapesSki Guide Draped across six rounded peaks, this Colorado resort offers a little of something for everyone in a big package of almost 3,000 acres. See other Ski Guides. Ski Report With some strategic planning, you can imitate the Western ski experience in a swath of resorts in north-central Vermont RitualsWhen I travel, nothing gets my blood going faster than the chance to paw through other people’s castoff belongings. Travel Q&A BlogA reader is looking for suggestions on what to see and do in the small town of Brandon. Readers’ Suggestions for Zermatt, SwitzerlandHave you been to Zermatt? Readers can share their suggestions where to stay, where to eat and what to do in our online guide. Here are a few comments we’ve received:
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Multimedia From heli-skiing in Sweden to snowboarding at Taos, discover the best of the 2009 ski season.  While much of the city’s construction is in preparation for the 2010 Winter Games, some new buildings will become second homes.  “When we go places, we come back more exhausted than when we left. We always want to do everything.”   Follow Matt Gross on his latest journey through Chiapas, Mexico, as he uncovers affordable hotels, cheap eats and other budget tips. |
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