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Ski Tours in Canada 2010

2009-06-25T13:00:00.004-07:00

Ski Holidays Canada have just released details on two of their ski tours which they'll be offering for winter 2010. These smaller personalised ski tours will take you away for the hustle and bustle of larger ski resorts to smaller "secret" ski resorts.

These ski tours can be adjusted for specific ability levels.

Please contact Ski Holidays Canada for more information or to book.

Their FREEPHONE number from the U.K. is 0800-567-SKI2

Their FREEPHONE number within North America is 1-888-747-6259

They are on MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME (GMT-7 hours)

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Ski Tour #1: Soft Snow Adventure

Duration: 11 nights 10 days of skiing

Supplier Ski Tour Overview:

This adventure will take you some of Canada’s best-kept secrets. This is about Big Snow, Small Crowds and Cool Towns.

We visit Kimberley, White Water the town of Nelson, Red Mountain and the town of Rossland. These ski resorts average 15 to 40 feet of snow a year. These ski resorts are away from the hustle and bustle of the large ski resorts short line are all we see.

We recommend this ski tour to start with a pick up from the Canadian Rockies International Airport (formally known as Cranbrook airport) - this airport is only 45 min to Kimberley Alpine Resort.

Daily flights to the Canadian Rockies International Airport are available from Vancouver or Calgary.

The ski adventure would start with a Saturday arrival to the Canadian Rockies International Airport and end with a Wednesday departure from the Canadian Rockies International Airport. We suggest either flying Air Canada or British Airways to the hub city of either Vancouver or Calgary. From there, Air Canada will take you to Canadian Rockies International Airport which is only 45min to Kimberley Alpine Resort. This is were the ski adventure starts.

For your return, Air Canada will take you back to the hub city of Vancouver or Calgary via the Canadian Rockies International Airport. Rossland is only 3.5 hours to the airport.

Ski Tour Summary:

- 11 nights 9 days skiing

- 3 nights Kimberley Alpine Resort 3 days skiing

- 3 nights in Nelson - 2 days skiing White Water

- 5 nights in Rossland- 4 days skiing Red Mountain Resort

Ski Tour Itinerary:

Saturday (Day 1): Fly UK to Calgary or Vancouver, then on to Canadian Rockies International Airport were the experience ski guides will there to meet you. Kimberly Alpine Resort is only 45 minutes away. After check in your experienced ski guide/host will meet you in the Kelsey Restaurant pub.

Sunday to Tuesday (Day 2 to Day 4): For the next 3 day skiing Kimberley Alpine Resort with your experienced ski guide, on Day 4 you will leave the resort around 2 pm and travel to Nelson (travel time 3 hours).

Tuesday to Thursday (Day4 to Day 6): You will check into the historic Hume Hotel. After check in you will meet in Mike’s place pub then off for dinner. The next 2 days of skiing is at White Water your experienced ski guide/host will meet you for breakfast then drive to White Water about 20 minutes away. One of these days will be an off day. If you would like to ski on your "day-off" there will be an extra cost.

Friday (Day 7): Early morning move to Red Mountain about 1 hour away at the end of the day stop at one of our favorite place for a beverage. Then check into the Prestige Hotel in Rossland then off to the historic Steam shovel pub.

Saturday to Wednesday (Day 8 to 12): The next 4 days are skied at Red Mountain your guide will meet you after breakfast and take you to Red Mountain. Red is about 10 minutes away, from the hotel.

Day 12: You will be taken you to the Canadian Rockies International Airport. There are 2 or 3 flights daily to Calgary and Vancouver. Recommended as the drive to Calgary is about 10 hours.

This ski tour includes the following:

- Ground transportation

- Accommodations in 31/2 to 4 star hotels

- Breakfasts

- Lift tickets

- Ski Guide/host

- Group Photo

Available Dates:

- Jan 16th to Jan 27th 2010

- Feb 6th to 17th 2010

- March 13th – 21st 2010

Rate:

$3199.00 + 5% GST per person (Total: CDN$3,359 / Approx £1,775*)

*Exchange rate correct at time of publication. Visit XE.com for up-to-date exchange rates.

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Ski Tour #2: Ski and Wine Adventure

Duration: 11 nights / 12 days

Supplier Ski Tour Overview:

On this 12 day, 11 night tour, we are going to ski Sun Peaks and Apex Mountain Resorts, both located in beautiful British Columbia. It includes 6 nights with 5 days skiing at Sun Peaks and 5 nights with 4 days skiing at Apex Mountain.

Sun Peaks is the true meaning of ski-in and ski-out. It has something for everyone, from its 5 mile beginner run to the steeps of the Berfield chair, all contained in a warm and friendly mountain village setting. Apex Mountain Resort is one of Canada’s hidden gems with a great mix of terrain, lots of sun and lots of fresh dry snow.

Both resort have great “off piste” skiing within the resort area boundaries for the intermediate to advanced skier. The average area temperatures range from -4c to -10c (12 F to 25F). Sun Peaks and Apex Mountain both average 20 feet of snow a year - this is more snow than a 2 story house!

The ski tour would start with a Saturday arrival to Sun Peaks and end with a Wednesday departure from Apex Mountain Resort. We suggest you either fly Air Canada or British Airways to the hub city of either Vancouver or Calgary. From there, Air Canada will take you to Kamloops for the start of the adventure at Sun Peaks. For your return, Air Canada will take you back to the hub city of Vancouver or Calgary via Kelowna, a short 1.5 hour drive from the Apex Mountain.

Ski Tour Summary:

- 6 nights 5 days skiing Sun Peaks

- 1 day of wine tasting as we travel to Apex

- 5 nights 4 days skiing Apex Mountain Resort

Ski Tour Itinerary:

Saturday (Day 1): Fly UK to Calgary or Vancouver, then on to Kamloops and a 50 minute bus ride to Sun Peaks Resort. Check into Cahilty Lodge. After check in, your experienced ski guides will be in the lobby for anyone that would like an orientation walk around the village of Sun Peaks.

Sunday to Thursday (Day 2 to Day 6): For the next 5 days you can ski with your experience ski guide/host. Sunday after your day of skiing a reception is held with one of Canada’s most recognized athletes, Nancy Greene and her husband Al Raine.

Friday ( Day 7): Depart for Apex Mountain around 9am with stops at 2 vineyard along the way. We will stop in the town of Penticton for supplies like beer/wine and munchies. We will continue the short drive to the resort and check into Apex Mountain Inn and Spa.

Saturday to Tuesday (Day 8 to Day 11): For the next 4 days ski with professional, experienced guides.

Tuesday evening your rap up dinner is in the gun barrel saloon.

Wednesday (Day 12): Check out of the hotel and off to Kelowna for the flight back to the UK.

Other Winter Activities:

There are many other great activities besides skiing. Below are activities that are not included in the itinerary, some of these activities will have extra cost involved.

- Dog sleighing (Sun Peaks only)

- Horse sleigh rides

- Canadian Junior Hockey Games (Sun Peaks only)

- Snowmobile tours

- Snow tubing

- Mountain Fondue dinner followed with a torch light ski down (Sun Peaks only)

- Ice skating thought the forest on a well maintained 1 km long loop with a large bone fire going as well. (apex only)

- Day of Wine tours and local brewery tour. We will need a minimum of 10 people. (Apex only)

- Snow Cat skiing: Is like helicopter skiing except you are taken by grooming machine on roads that are used in the summer by logging trucks. These grooming machines can seat up to 11 people.

This ski tour includes the following:

- Ground transportation

- Accommodations in 31/2 to 4 star hotels

- Breakfasts

- Lift tickets

- Ski Guide/host

- Group Photo

Available Dates:

- Jan 16th to Jan 27th 2010

- Feb 6th to 17th 2010

- March 13th – 21st 2010

Rate:

$3299.00 + 5% GST per person (Total: CDN$3,463.95 / Approx £1,831*)

*Exchange rate correct at time of publication. Visit XE.com for up-to-date exchange rates.

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Space is limited on these above ski tours so Contact Ski Holidays Canada to book before they fill up!

Ski Holidays in Canada

2009-06-23T14:45:00.004-07:00

rocky-peak Ski Holidays have just completed their U.K. ski site: SkiHolidaysCanada.co.uk. This site has all the details you need to help plan your perfect ski holiday in the magnificent Canadian Rockies and Western Canada.

Early bird ski package deals are the best they have ever been for the upcoming 2009/2010 winter ski season. Free ski days are available at almost all the ski resorts in Canada when you purchase a ski lift pass in advance. Minimum days do apply and lift passes must be purchased in advance as part of a ski package. Other ski deals for 2009-2010 winter season include kids ski free. This can save a family hundreds, even thousands of dollars.

Ski Package Specials include ski accommodation in Canada, Ski Lift Passes, Ski Snowboard Rentals, Ski Snowboard Tuition as well as other ski holiday package extras.

Ski resorts in Canada covered include Banff Norquay, Fernie, Jasper Marmot Basin, Kicking Horse, Kimberley, Lake Louise, Nakiska, Panorama, Sunshine Village and Whistler Blackcomb.

Make sure you check out this updated ski site!

Ski Holiday Planning in Canada

2009-05-26T15:24:00.003-07:00

Now that the ski resorts in Western Canada are closed, and most are now preparing for their mountain bike season, we thought we would provide a few tips for getting the best ski deals for 2009-2010.

The ski resorts are bracing themselves for a tough winter season and are offering wholesalers such as rocky-peak Ski Holidays excellent early-bird lift pass rates and promotions such as "kids ski free". With deposits of just 10% required for most ski packages, it is well worth getting your ski holiday in Canada booked early.

Jasper Marmot Basin this year are offering International guests travelling with rocky-peak Ski Holidays FREE ski shuttles to the ski hill when the lift passes are pre-booked as well as kids ski and rent free.

It is not just the ski resorts who are offering their best ever rates. Ski rental shops are also offering promotions such as "kids rent free" as well as price freezes and ski package discounts.

There are also great early-bird accommodation deals with the hotel and property owners wanting to secure bookings early.

There will no doubt be some last minute deals, but booking in advance will certainly save you a money!

Lake Louise Events - April 2009

2009-04-08T12:54:00.003-07:00

Check out Lake Louise Ski Resort's exciting end-of-season events:

April 8, 2009 - April 12, 2009
Smith Optics Big Mountain Challenge

Showcasing the epic Powder Bowls for the sixth time, the Senior Big Mountain Challenge is a freeski event that lets competitors strut their stuff on the extreme terrain at Lake Louise.

Competitors from all across North America are expected to participate in the multi-day freeskiing event. Choice of line, fluidity, technique, control and aggressiveness are all factors taken into consideration by our judges. Get ready to witness some of Canada's premiere freeskiing athletes throw down huge lines that will be sure to impress and inspire. Registration began today from 9am to 4pm in the Sitzmark Lounge.

April 10, 2009 - April 13, 2009
Easter Bunny Visits the Resort!

Hop on your skis and snowboards, fuel up on some Easter eggs and try to catch the Easter Bunny on the slopes! Also, don't miss the Wilderness Adventure Park- Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday April 12th @ 11am for children 12 and under.

April 18 & April 19, 2009
The Kellyhollahans

It’s all about live music this spring at The Lake! Come and check out The Kellyhoolahans this Saturday and Sunday and get ready to boogie! From Stompin' Tom and Johnny Cash to Bob Marley and the Ramones... The Kellyhoolahans have a song for everybody! Guaranteed to keep your toe tappin' and your rump shakin!! The entertainment will kick off in the base area from 2:30pm each day, running through until 4:30pm.

April 25, 2009 - April 26, 2009
VW Lake Louise Spring Episode

Join us at The Lake Louise Ski Area as we farewell the 2008/ 2009 winter season. With tons of activities happening in the base area and on mountain, there will be something to entertain everyone! Beer gardens, live music, partner demos, Kokanee Glacier girls, just to name a few!

On mountain Saturday, April 25 we will be holding the Shop Showdown ‘Slopestyle’, which will feature some of the top skiers/ snowboarders in the industry, and the Fat Tire Mountain Bike Race. We will also be hosting a FREE concert by GOB! GOB is a platinum selling Canadian pop-punk quartet hailing from Vancouver, BC. They have been on the scene since 1996 and have put four albums out to the market, the last one being the gold-selling "The World According to GOB". They have toured with Sum 41 and spent 3 years on the Warped Tour circuit.

Sunday, April 26 will see the Shop Showdown ‘Big Air’ take place, along with another FREE concert, this time by The Dudes. The Dudes formed in 1996, using their energetic live sound to grasp the support of Calgarians, the town that they call home. Today, they are winning over the hearts of all Canadians. Influenced by artists like The Flaming Lips and Weezer, The Dudes have played at festivals as large as The Virgin Fest in Calgary and the JunoFest in Vancouver. Their newest release is scheduled for May 2009. So get down to The Lake and check out The Dudes’ latest and greatest!

There are plenty of other activities happening throughout the two day Spring Episode event. So book the weekend off from work, get your friends and family together and head out to The Lake Louise Ski Area, for good times and great spring skiing!

Visit www.skilouise.com for more information and a complete schedule of events.

April 29, 2009
Summit Cup

Come on down to The Lake Louise Ski Area and get involved in this exciting Dual Slalom Race, which will take place on the Summit’s Sunset Flats. Running between 12.30 and 2.30pm, teams of four will battle it out, seeing who can snare the Summit Cup title! For further information on the event or to find out how you can get involved, contact the Lake Louise Ski School at skischool@skilouise.com or on 403 522 1333.

With so much happening in the month of April there are plenty of reasons to head out to The Lake Louise Ski Area!

Source: Lake Louise Ski Area

Canada Ski Resort Information

2009-02-27T09:09:00.006-07:00

Introducing the new look Canada-Ski.com website! Canada-Ski continues to provide up-to-date ski information on the main, and most popular Ski Resorts in Canada. The following Canada Ski Areas in Western Canada are featured:

Banff Norquay Ski Resort

Sunshine Village Banff Ski Resort

Lake Louise Mountain Ski Resort

Kicking Horse Mountain Ski Resort

Jasper Marmot Basin Ski Resort

Fernie Alpine Ski Resort

Kimberley Alpine Ski Resort

Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort

Panorama Mountain Ski Resort

Nakiska Kananaskis Ski Resort

In addition to the above Canada-Ski.com also makes it easier to view the live Mountain Ski Cameras for each ski resort, view Snow Reports as well as provides Canada Ski Resources which include useful links to external sites.

We hope you like the new look Canada-Ski website and any comments or suggestions please post them here.

Thank you for reading the Canada Ski Blog!

Perfect Ski Conditions!

2009-02-26T09:15:00.004-07:00

Now the snow storm has passed through, all that is left is PERFECT SKI CONDITIONS at the ski resorts in Western Canada.

The above shots were taken from the Sunshine Village Live Webcam at 9:15am today (THU FEB 26). What are you waiting for?!!

Kicking Horse Ski Accommodation Special

2009-02-12T15:42:00.004-07:00

rocky-peak Ski Holidays has a sale on at the Vagabond Lodge at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort for March and April 2009. April 12 2009 is the final day of operation for Kicking Horse.

stay 5 nights, pay for 4

stay 6 nights, pay for 5

stay 7 nights, pay for 6

stay 10 nights, pay for 8

The above ski specials only apply if space is available based on double occupancy. Breakfast and lunch is included with your stay. Lunch is not included on check-in or check-out days.

In addition to the above rocky-peak Ski Holidays can also help you with your lift passes (save a minimum of 10%) and with your transfers to get to Kicking Horse Mountain Resort.

Alternatively, if you are staying in Banff, give the Kicking Horse Powder Express a try and experience Kicking Horse in a day!

Panorama 49 Hour Sale - FEB 8 to FEB 10

2009-02-06T14:47:00.003-07:00

Panorama Mountain Resort is having the best sale ever for just 49 hours from 8 pm February 8 to 9 pm February 10 2009. Please note these times are Mountain Standard time (GMT-7 hours)

What is on offer??! Any condo, any day $49 per person per night! Some restrictions apply (but not many!).

Contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays to book.

Downhill at Dusk - Lake Louise

2009-02-06T13:24:00.003-07:00

A belated Happy New Year from Canada-Ski.com. We have been busy this season enjoying the great conditions so sorry for the lack of posts! If you have some news, please send it to us and, if suitable, we will post it on this Canada Ski Blog for all to read!

Lake Louise Ski Resort has undergone some very positive changes since it's change in ownership in November 2008. The ski and board park is back this season, which is as fantastic as ever. They have also brought back the popular (formally know as) Torchlight descent. The new name for this event is the "Downhill at Dusk" with some slight changes made.

The next big event to happen at the Lake is the Cardboard Box Downhill Derby - be sure to check it out!

More details:

1) Downhill at Dusk: The Ultimate Après Ski Party!

Enjoy an après ski party, which includes appetizers, an escorted ski down a freshly groomed run, a full buffet dinner, and live entertainment!! What a way to cap off a wonderful day on the slopes of Lake Louise ski resort!

The fun starts right after skiing and runs through until late, with optional bus services back to your Lake Louise and Banff Hotels.

Sign up with rocky-peak Ski Holidays now for a unique mountain experience!

Downhill at Dusk Dates:

Tonight!! Not too late to get the booking in!
Friday February 13th, 2009
Friday February 20th, 2009
Friday February 27th, 2009

Friday March 6th, 2009
Friday March 13th, 2009
Friday March 20th, 2009
Friday March 27th, 2009

2) February 14, 2009: Cardboard Box Downhill Derby

Bring out the family and get creative!! It’s time for the annual Cardboard Box Downhill Derby at Lake Louise Ski Resort.

Using only cardboard, string, tape, and glue, prove your cardboard carpentry by building the fastest sled in town! Prizes will be given for top three times and three Best Designs!

Individuals or teams of no more than 4 people are encouraged to participate!

For more information, or to book your Ski Holiday in Canada, contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays!

Whistler Heli-Skiing

2008-12-09T13:14:00.004-07:00

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Let the Season Begin!

It's currently snowing in Whistler and we are excited to announce that Whistler Heli-Skiing is scheduled to start heli-skiing tomorrow, Wednesday, December 10th!

Yesterday Whistler Heli-Skiing were up in the helicopters taking a look at the alpine terrain. They found some good skiing in the Spearhead and outlying areas and are excited to strap on their skis and boards tomorrow for the first runs of their 28th season (2008-2009).

Weather looks good for flying on both Wednesday and Thursday with more snow expected to arrive on Friday and clearing skies on Saturday.

Contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays to book.

RCR Sells Part Ownership In Lake Louise

2008-11-29T12:27:00.003-07:00

RCR Sells Part Ownership In Lake Louise; Locke Buys Back In
By Becky Lomax
Source: Mountain News Corporation - Industry Report

Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (RCR) has sold part of the Lake Louise Ski Resort in Alberta back to former owner Charlie Locke, The Industry Report has learned.

Papers were signed in late October, Matt Mosteller, Vice President of Business Development for RCR, told the IR today. The agreement transferred 50 percent of the ownership from RCR to Locke, who will assume the role of managing partner for Lake Louise.

“For me, this is not so much a business decision as a return to a fundamental passion,” said Locke in a written statement. “My family and I are very excited about getting back to the mountains and reinvesting our energies to ensure Lake Louise continues to be Canada’s favorite ski resort.”

Locke originally invested in Lake Louise Resort in 1974 and helped finance many of its first lifts. He bought into full ownership in 1981, running the resort as its sole owner for 20 years. Locke, who gained a legendary reputation for pioneering climbing routes in the Canadian Rockies, built his fortune through gas and oil leases and added Fernie, Kimberley, Mont Saint Anne, and Stoneham to his portfolio under the RCR umbrella.

RCR shifted ownership in 2001. Murray Edwards, RCR chairman, purchased a 50 percent interest in the company and paid off the balance in 2003, which transferred sole ownership of Lake Louise to RCR. Locke retired from the ski business, but continued ranching, real estate, resources, and recreation investments in The Locke Stock & Barrel Company, his holding company.

The new partnership between Locke and RCR will operate Lake Louise under a new company—The Lake Louise Ski Area Ltd. The resort will operate independently of, but associated with, RCR.

"Charlie will handle the day-to-day operations of the resort," Mosteller told the IR. "The partnership was the right thing for us to do and the right thing for Charlie."

Locke intends to invest additional resources in the resort. Initiatives high on Locke's to-do list include a focus on customer service, full dedication to snowmaking and high-quality grooming, and enhanced après ski options.

“We understand that it’s about the whole experience, and we’re committed to making sure skiers and snowboarders, kids, families, and young adults have the best time possible on the snow and after,” said Locke. “In addition to reintroducing a quality terrain park with all varieties of features, we’re also looking at more dining options, events, and entertainment.”

The shift in ownership will have no impact on 2008-09 ski products or rates. All multi-resort passes will have the same skiing and boarding privileges as before.

Whistler Blackcomb OPEN 2008

2008-11-26T18:18:00.003-07:00

WHISTLER MOUNTAIN OPENED TODAY: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26 2008!
Blackcomb Mountain will follow tomorrow, Thursday, November 27

Whistler Blackcomb officials have announced that Whistler Mountain will open early on Wednesday, November 26. Whistler Mountain will open for daily operations with access to Emerald Express, Big Red Express and Franz’s Chair via the Whistler Village Gondola. On Thursday, the Creekside Gondola will open for the American Thanksgiving weekend, providing access to Whistler Mountain from the Creekside Base.

Blackcomb Mountain will join Whistler Mountain on the official opening day Thursday, November 27, with access to Solar Coaster Express, Jersey Cream Express and Catskinner Express. The Wizard Chair, Excalibur Gondola and Excelerator Chair will operate through the weekend for uploading.

“We’ve been blasting every snow gun on the two mountains to add to what Mother Nature has deposited in the past few weeks,” says Jodie McCutcheon, Whistler Blackcomb snowmaking manager. “Grooming staff have been working to manicure the snow to make for some great corduroy skiing and riding on opening weekend.”

Guest Relations in Whistler Village is currently open from 10am to 6pm. On Wednesday the village ticket windows and Village Guest Relations will be open from 8am to 7pm to assist guests. On Thursday, November 27, Creekside Guest Relations and Blackcomb Daylodge Guest Relations will open from 8am. Lift ticket pricing will be $55 on opening day.

“The 2008/2009 season is finally upon is, and we’re gearing up for Whistler Blackcomb’s most exciting season yet,” says Stuart Rempel, senior vice president of sales and marketing at Whistler Blackcomb. “With the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola grand opening set for December 12, and the one year countdown to the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games taking place in February, we’re thrilled to kick this season off and start skiing!”

Guests should be aware that early season conditions apply and caution should be exercised. Terrain is recommended for intermediate and advanced skiers and riders and guests should stay within the ski area boundary, ski and ride with care and obey all mountain signage.

The Snowphone will be updated five times daily. Reach the Snowphone by calling 604.932.4211 in Whistler, 604.687.7507 in Vancouver or toll-free at 1.800.766.0449. Reporting information such as new snow, mountain temperatures, wind speed and snow conditions; these are the most up to day sources of current conditions on the mountains.

Be sure to book your accommodation, lift tickets, rentals, transfers, tours and more through rocky-peak Ski Holidays!

Jasper Marmot Basin - OPEN NOVEMBER 15 2008!

2008-11-15T14:11:00.004-07:00

Jasper Marmot Basin ski area is open today, Saturday, November 15th!

This is the earliest opening date ever for Jasper Marmot Basin.

The "Eagle Express" high speed quad chairlift is operating and one intermediate run, "Tranquilizer", will open today with more runs in the lower area expected to open the following weekend. "Tranquilizer" is the most popular intermediate run in the lower portion of the mountain and has a vertical drop of almost 1,000 feet.

Marmot has received 60 cm of natural snowfall on the mountain so far this season. Lift ticket rates for opening weekend are reduced by 50% to $33.31 plus GST for adults, $26.67 plus GST for youth, students and seniors and $11.91 + GST for children 12 and under.

Coming 2009 – 2010 Season:

Longest High-speed Quad detachable chairlift in the Alberta Rockies!

The new chairlift being installed at Marmot Basin will be the largest and most significant ski area development in Alberta for 2009-2010 and will be the longest, high speed quad detachable chairlift in the Alberta Canadian Rockies. The chairlift will completely change the face of Marmot Basin providing a breathtaking improvement to the overall skier experience. The new lift is 2.3 km long and whisks skiers and riders up to 2,000 vertical feet in only 7.5 minutes. Lift lines will virtually be eliminated, meaning less waiting and more slope time.

Ski Holidays Canada has information on Jasper Marmot Basin. Book your ski holiday in Canada now!

Sunshine Village Open 2008

2008-11-14T12:56:00.004-07:00

Sunshine Village is open, with a rockin’ 60-cm base of pure, natural snow!

Date: November 13 2008

It’s early-season conditions. The Strawberry lift will open at 9 a.m., and two quads – WaWa and Standish – will be in operation by noon. Guests are advised to ski and ride with care, because terrain will be somewhat limited and there may be some natural unmarked hazards.

More runs are expected open Saturday, as crews finish preparing runs. Early season discounts apply, with Friday’s rate at $55.95, plus GST.

It’s also a great time to stay on the mountain, at Banff’s only ski-in, ski-out hotel. The Sunshine Mountain Lodge, formally know as the Sunshine Inn is offering discounted rates, with packages starting at $139 per person including next day skiing. Some restrictions apply. Please contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays for details.

You can call Sunshine Village's 24-hour snow phone at 403-760-SNOW (403-760-7669).

Information provided by Sunshine Village.

Banff Lake Louise OPEN

2008-11-07T14:22:00.006-07:00

Banff-Lake Louise Resorts will be First to Open in Canada - NOVEMBER 8 2008!

BANFF, Alberta, Canada

Mt. Norquay and Lake Louise Ski Area will be the first two ski resorts to open in Canada! Both openings on Saturday 8th November will see lifts start at 9am, benefitting from the recent snowfall on Canada’s Protected Playground, Banff National Park.

The high speed Glacier Express Quad Chair and the Wiwaxy run at Lake Louise, and the Cascade Lift and Speculation run at Mt. Norquay will be open for skiers and riders to hit the earliest snow in Canada. The three resorts of Banff-Lake Louise; Mt. Norquay, Lake Louise Ski Area and Sunshine Village, enjoyed another 11cms of snow in the last 48 hours. With more winter weather in the forecast, there will be extra terrain opening soon, and Sunshine Village is scheduled to open on 14th November.

“We’re very excited to have our world’s finest resorts opening! In Banff National Park we’re lucky to have such great snow and the teams at Mt. Norquay, Lake Louise and Sunshine Village have been working hard to ensure the mountains are ready”, said Dan Markham of Ski Banff-Lake Louise-Sunshine. “Being the first resorts to open in Canada, we hope the world will join us in shaking off the summer rust and kicking off a great season.”

Mt. Norquay’s opening, earlier than predicted, will enable skiers and riders to hit the snow for weekends only while staff prepare the resort for full opening on 5th December. Both resorts are offering discounted lift tickets to help skiers and riders get the first runs for less. Please see the rates below.

The dependable snow conditions from mid November to May are why Lake Louise hosts the first Men’s and Women’s World Cup races of the year – the only Canadian stop on the World Cup circuit. This years Men’s races will be held on 29th to 30th November, and the Women’s on 5th to 7th December. The International Ski Federation (FIS) last month recommended Lake Louise to host the races until at least 2011, showing confidence in the resort’s performance on the world stage.

Lake Louise is Canada’s largest single ski area with 4,200 acres of skiable terrain and over 3,000 feet of vertical. With unparalleled skiing and riding in an unsurpassed setting, Lake Louise’s beautiful terrain is both vast and varied. Its unique layout of beginner, intermediate and advanced runs down from every chair means groups of all abilities can ski or ride together and, combined with challenging and remote bowls, chutes and glades, Lake Louise is a favourite for snow-lovers across the world.

Family-friendly Mt. Norquay offers outstanding conditions to beginners, intermediate and advanced skiers and riders. Since its opening in 1926, Norquay is the local’s gem. Offering the only night skiing in Banff-Lake Louise, including a fully lit terrain park (starting January 2009), Mt. Norquay is just minutes from the Town of Banff.

More information on Sunshine Village’s opening will come soon. Subscribe to this Canada Ski blog to see the update!

 Early Season Lift Ticket Prices:
Mt Norquay
$20 for adults, $10 for 6-12 year olds, free for 5 year olds and under.

Lake Louise Ski Area
Full day - $38.00 for adults, $26.40 for seniors and youth, $12.50 for children.
Half day - $30.75 for adults, $21.00 for seniors and youth, $10.00 for children.

About Ski Banff-Lake Louise-Sunshine

Ski Banff–Lake Louise–Sunshine is Canada’s largest ski destination, a joint venture of three of the world’s finest ski resorts; Mt. Norquay, Lake Louise Mountain Resort and Sunshine Village. Available on one tri-area lift ticket, these three resorts offer almost 8,000 acres of skiable terrain and one of the longest ski seasons in North America, from mid November to late May, all in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site - Canada’s Protected Playground, Banff National Park.

Source: SkiBig3

For ski holidays in Canada, be sure to contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays for the best deals and personalised service! Their ski specials include kid's ski free at select ski resorts and get from the airport sooner with their efficient scheduled airport transfer services from Calgary International YYC and Vancouver YVR.

Ski Mountain Cameras

2008-10-08T12:06:00.004-07:00

Great early snowfall bodes well for early November opening of Sunshine Village! To check how the resorts are doing, see for yourself by visiting rocky-peak Ski Holidays. They have live mountain ski cameras as well as information and ski specials.

Hurry as most early-bird ski specials end November 15 2008!

Banff Ski Rentals

2008-08-29T20:22:00.007-07:00

Booking your Ski Rentals through Canada-Ski.com in Banff for Banff Norquay, Sunshine Village and Lake Louise is easy as 1, 2, 3!

Simply visit Canada-Ski and click on Banff ski rentals link and then you are just 3 steps away to securing your ski rentals in Banff. You will not only receive a discount when you book your rentals through rocky-peak Ski Holidays, you are also eligible for a free taxi to and from the Banff ski rentals shop.

Let's get started!

Link: Ski Rentals Banff

Step 1
Configure your Ski Group

1. Enter information about a skier/snowboarder
2. Add that skier to your group
3. Add additional skiers to your group.
4. Your package price is calculated automatically, taking into account all available discounts.
5. Click on the "Proceed to Step2" button.

Step 2
Secure your Reservation

1. Enter contact information.
2. Provide credit card information to secure your reservation (your credit card will not be charged).

Step 3
Confirmation

1. Your reservation has been sent! This screen displays a summary for your records.
2. You will receive an email confirmation of your reservation.

For more information on Ski Holidays in Canada, contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays!

Children Fly Free with Zoom Airlines!

2008-07-17T09:05:00.003-07:00

CHILDREN FLY FREE ON ZOOM AIRLINES!

Pay Only the Fees and Taxes for Children Under 18 on all Zoom Routes

BOOK BY July 31st 2008 and Save!

Visit www.flyzoom.com and enter the promotion code Children2008

Combine this with a ski special and children ski free as well at select ski resorts!

*Terms & Conditions: Limited availability. Taxes, fees & charges apply. Valid on all routes when booked before 31 July 2008. Must be a round trip flight. Minimum of 2 Adults paying full fare per booking. Maximum of 2 children per discount per booking. Child is subject to the discount in the seating class selected by the accompanying adults. Child must be 17 years old or younger as of return flight date.

Whistler Blackcomb Peak 2 Peak Gondola

2008-07-15T14:40:00.004-07:00

With the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, Whistler Blackcomb are breaking the routine once again by connecting Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains.

Scheduled to open December 2008, the new gondola will span the distance between Whistler and Blackcomb. It will be an eleven-minute journey to infinite possibilities: to new runs, new vistas and new ways of making the most of each day.

Dig the high alpine?
 Do Symphony and 7th Heaven - all before lunch.

Craving waffles at Crystal Hut and BBQ at Dusty's? 
Go ahead and do both!

Want to ski it before the next gold medalist? 
Carve up Whistler's Downhill then head to Blackcomb for a victory lap.

Excited?
You should be!

Be sure to watch the Peak 2 Peak gondola movie then contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays for your ultimate Canada Ski Holiday!

Canada Ski Specials 2008-2009

2008-07-14T20:58:00.004-07:00

rocky-peak Ski Holidays have just released their ski specials for the 2008-2009 winter ski season. Due to their commitment to the international market, some of their specials are only available to visitors from outside of Canada to encourage guests from around the globe to experience the best skiing available!

Rest assured, if you do not find the ski special you are looking for, contact them direct and they will help you find the best deal for your Ski Holiday in Canada.

Be sure to book early as additional savings are to be had!

Ski Resorts in Western Canada

2008-06-24T13:33:00.005-07:00

Right now Canada-Ski.com only covers most ski resorts in the Canadian Rockies. Whistler Blackcomb is located in the Coastal Mountains of British Columbia. For a high-end service provider, contact rocky-peak Ski Holidays as they cover the following ski resorts in Western Canada:

Now is also a great time to book your next 2008/09 winter ski holiday. Early bird savings and the best accommodation is still available and in most instances, only a small deposit is required to secure a booking.

We are already counting down the days to the next winter season!

RCR Ski Resort Opening Dates 2008-2009

2008-06-19T13:09:00.004-07:00

Please see proposed opening and closing dates for the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (RCR) divisions of resorts in the West. Please note that the following proposed dates of operation are always subject to snow conditions.

RCR Resort: Lake Louise Mountain Resort

08/09 Opening Date: Sat. Nov 8, 2008
08/09 Closing Date: Sun. April 26, 2009.
Re-opening for May 1, 2, and 3 only.

RCR Resort: Fernie Alpine Resort

08/09 Opening Date: Sat. Dec 6, 2008
08/09 Closing Date: Tues. April 14, 2009

RCR Resort: Kimberley Alpine Resort

08/09 Opening Date: Fri. Dec. 19, 2008
Preview weekend only Dec.13-14, 2008.
08/09 Closing Date: Sun. April 5, 2009

RCR Resort: Nakiska

08/09 Opening Date: Sat. Dec 6, 2008
08/09 Closing Date: Sun. April 12, 2009

Take advantage by booking your ski holiday in Canada early. Deals such as kids ski and rent free, early-bird lift pass rates and free ski day promotions are all available up to October 2008. Contact rocky-peak ski Holidays for details.

Sunshine Village Powder - May 09 2008

2008-05-09T08:09:00.002-07:00

Snow Report - Sunshine Viilage
Friday, May 09, 2008

Conditions:
With 50 cm of new snow in the past 36 hours they are currently sitting at 55 cm in the past 4 days! Goats Eye Express chair will re-open today for your skiing and riding pleasure. Visit their website at Skibanff.com to see the line-up of their weekend outdoor concerts happening every weekend until May 19th!

Past 36 hours: 50 cms
Past 4 days: 55 cms
Base: 206 cms

Today's Forecast:
Snow Showers
High 0 °C
Low -10 °C

Tomorrow’s forecast:
Light Snow
High -1°C
Low -7°C

Mountain Status:
12 of 12 lifts open
64 of 107 trails open

Sunshine Village Powder - April 19 2008

2008-04-19T08:20:00.003-07:00

With 45 cm of new snow in the past 24 hours Sunshine Village is currently sitting at 64cm in the past 2 days!

You have got to love April Powder days!!

April Events - Adjustment

2008-03-30T10:14:00.001-07:00

Please note that there have been a couple of adjustments to the previous post below:

- K2 finals at Norquay have been cancelled
- End of Season Beach Party at Norquay is now on the 12th not the 13th