The results of our annual ski poll are out today, and Vail is one of the best (no. 7 among ski resorts in the U.S. and Canada, to be exact). Plus, the resort celebrates its 50th anniversary this month. We asked Morrie Shepard, the original director of the Vail Ski School, to recall the destination's beginnings.
The lifestyle of the ski set has always led to major fashion moments on the slopes. Here are our favorite looks from pistes of past.
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Get the style secrets of the slopes from the icons who did it first.
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It makes a lot of sense to start with Vail, Colorado, since it is the largest resort in the country, usually the most visited US ski resort, and generally excels at almost every element you could want in a ski vacation.
Colorado company Ski Logik manufactures high performance and strikingly beautiful snow skis. Every ski the company produces is a work of art, meaning no two skis are exactly alike. Each wood veneer ski top is hand designed by one of the founders and will ensure that you stand out from the crowd on the slopes.
The physics of skiing, with discussion on different types of skiing.
Make the most of the cold season with these European winter festivals, which involve everything from skiing and snowboarding to music, comedy, ice
The stunning photos of life across vibrant Iran in the 60s and 70s portray a seemingly cosmopolitan kingdom on the brink of change.
We had the pleasure of exploring Emporda Wines at some of the best wineries in Costa Brava.