USA Skiing

• ISBN13: 9780915009886
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

"Ski area brochures claim every resort is perfect for everyone," says author Charles Leocha, "We all know that isn’t true."

Some resorts are perfect for families with children, others cater to singles. Some feature tiny inns and hotels, others are filled with condos. Some challenge expert skiers, others make beginners and intermediates feel comfortable. And some are quiet and romantic hideaways while others are filled with party animals and pulsing discos.

Ski America and Canada is a complete guidebook. It provides all the information to make intelligent choices and the phone and fax numbers to make reservations and plans. For over a decade Ski America and Canada has provided no-holds-barred, brutally honest reports on reality at ski resorts. It takes no advertising, has no ax to grind, and is written by Leocha together with an international team of prize-winning ski and snowboard journalists.

The writers let skiers know whether the resort is a cluster of condominiums clinging to a steep slope or a traditional mountain village exuding old-world atmosphere and whether they should pack a sequined gown or simply bluejeans for the nightlife. They also give a no-nonsense, accurate, and dependable rating of the ski terrain.

Ski America and Canada includes expanded up-to-date coverage of more than 100 resorts in the U.S. and Canada. New snowboarding sections describe the slopes from a boarder’s point of view. Readers will learn about cross-country trails surrounding the resorts as well as details about current prices for lift tickets and ski school programs, complete children and day care programs, and recommendations about lodging, dining and nightlife.