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5.01.2006

Valle Nevado
GREAT SNOW, GREAT FUN! A NEW AMENITY EVERY WEEK... In Valle Nevado, this coming season you will not only enjoy the best snow but also the best entertainment. a different theme every week, with the most diverse alternatives, thinking of the whole world ... Wine Festival, Singles’ Week, Spa Week, Gastronomy Week, Family Week and much more! For the detailed program and calendar of events
But we have more coming attractions for the 2006 season. One is the exhilarating experience of taking a helicopter ride over Santiago, and then flying on to incredible destinies. This unforgettable experience starts in Valle Nevado, from where you can choose alternatives circuits such as the “Three-Valley Panoramic and Amazing Corners (Valle Nevado, Colorado and La Parva) ”, “The Casablanca Wine Route”, “Termas de Colina” and “Valparaíso, Mankind Heritage”. We invite you to enjoy this experience. Find the detailed tours
Val Nevado

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La grave - France
May 2006 Derniere chute de neige : le 10 Avril 2006 ___________________________________________ 1-Telepherique des Glaciers la Meije (04 76 79 91 09) Attention : Itinéraires de haute-montagne Hauteur de neige en bas à 1800 m (P1) : 20 cm Hauteur de neige au milieu à 2400 m : 120 cm Hauteur de neige en haut à 3300 m : 180 cm (glacier) Ouverture : Tous les jours suivant conditions nivo-meteo informations : http://www.la-grave.com e-mail : info@la-grave.com ________________________________________ 2- Stade de Neige de la Meije Le Chazelet (04 76 79 95 73) Ouverture : FERME / CLOSED Pistes ouvertes : 0/5 pistes Hauteur de neige en bas à 1800 m : - - - Hauteur de neige en haut à 2100 m : - - - informations : http://www.ski-meije.fr e-mail : info@la-grave.com ________________________________________ 3- Stade de Neige de la Me Lautaret (04 92 24 41 25) Ouverture : FERME / CLOSED Pistes ouvertes : 0/4 pistes Hauteur de neige en bas à 2000 m : - - - Hauteur de neige en haut à 2300 m : - - - informations : La grave

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Bump Bash Results _ Zermatt

Sieger`05: Marco Hofstetter (pro) Manuel Schnellmann (Herren "bumps&jumps") Nadja Leuenberger (Damen "bumps&jumps") Remo Schneider (Herren "bumps no jumps") Sonja Schwaiger (Damen "bumps no jumps") Snowboard Herren 1 7 Rickenbacher Reto Thürnen 3,8 2,1 41,83 7,04 22,64 2 64 Zimmermann Mauro Zürich 2,8 1,7 34,39 8,90 20,70 5 198 Marcelin-Rice Sebastien London 2,2 0,6 40,67 7,33 15,13 6 84 Wirth
Ski Mädchen bis 12 1 162 Burger Kathrin Ipsach 1,8 0,1 39,48 7,63 13,23 2 71 Burger Sylvia Ipsach 2,5 0,1 52,67 4,33 12,03 3 88 Aubry Noémie Saignelegier
more results at
Bump Bash

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Zermatt
Zermatt, the only resort with 365 days of pure ski pleasure. Enjoy our present offering wide ski slopes in the highest summer ski area of Europe surrounded by the fantastic mountain world of Zermatt and the Matterhorn.
Excellent snow conditions in Zermatt There are still excellent snow conditions in the Matterhorn ski paradise - 365 days snow fun inclusive. Now, the summer rates are valid!

Deals
Enjoy the spring sun: 1 skiing day in Zermatt for free Book 4 nights for the price of 3 nights or 5 nights for the price of 4 nights or 6 nights for the price of 5 nights The summer slopes

More offerings from Zermatt
Zermatt
zermatt@wallis.ch Tel +41 27 966 81 00
Fax +41 27 966 81 01



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Killington
It's that time of year again - the best time to buy your 2006-2007 Killington All For One Season Pass before May 2, that is. The Killington All For One Season Pass is undeniably the best deal in eastern skiing ever, giving you access to six amazing resorts all season long - Killington, Pico, Mount Snow, Sunday River, Sugarloaf and Attitash - all at an amazing price.
The 2006-2007 Killington All For One Season Pass is now on sale for next winter at the lowest possible price of the year, starting at $365 plus tax.
But you must act soon. These prices and exclusive renewal benefits are only available until May 2, 2006.


To buy or renew your pass today, call 1-800-887-3257 or buy online at
Killington

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Verbier
Freeride skier, Aurélien Ducroz (France), tied for first place in the 11th Xtreme Freeride Contest in Verbier, Switzerland. A newcomer, on the ( freeride and big mountain) scenes, . considered to be the ultimate expression of extreme freeriding in the entire world, the Xtreme has previously invited only select professional skiers and snowboarders to compete. For its 11th edition, the Xtreme opened the challenge of descending the infamous "Bec de Rosses" to all amateur and experienced riders who could qualify.
Xtreme Verbier

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Kirkwood
The Mountain is resting however
Next Year's Pass Now... Lock in the lowest rate on your 06/07 Pass, starting at just $199. Get it online, at the Pass Office or call (209) 258-7254.


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Alyeska
OPEN
Weekdays! Hang out with Alyeska Resort during the week for some relaxation! Our special weekday "Hangout" rate is just the ticket, starting at $109 including 1 night's moderate or deluxe accommodations and 1 in-room movie. Our special even includes room tax and resort fee. Limited to Sunday through Thursday, based on space availability. Upgrades are available for a nominal fee. Valid 4/16 - 5/15, Sun-Thurs. Call 907-754-2111 or 1-800-880-3880 (outside the Anchorage calling area in the U.S.) or click HERE to book.
Weekends! The weekends are alive and kicking at Alyeska! Enjoy spring skiing at its best with our weekend package starting at just $149 for moderate accommodations and $159 for deluxe accommodations. Package includes a choice of 2 adult lift tickets or 2 tram/lunch combo tickets, room tax and resort fee. Limited to Friday & Saturday night stays with lift tickets or tram/lunch tickets valid on Saturday or Sunday, based on space availability. Upgrades are available for a nominal fee. Valid 4/28-5/15, Fri-Sat. Call 907-754-2111 or 1-800-880-3880 (outside the Anchorage calling area in the U.S.) or click HERE to book
SPRING SKIING & RIDING is at its best at Alyeska Resort! The mountain is OPEN this weekend, April 29 and 30, 2006 with plenty of NEW SNOW for your sliding pleasure. Check out the Snow Report or view the Photo of the Day. See you on the sunny slopes!
Alyeska

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Fernie
Summer operations begin July 1, 2006 Jul 6 - Devinci/Kelsey's Thursday Night Race Series Come out and enjoy an evening of fun, mountain biking, prizes, bragging rights and post race refreshments!! Jul 8-9 - Fernie Full Throttle Festival Weekend of full-on mountain biking, music, and festivities. Visit our event calendar Fernie