Significant savings for ski vacations just announced

(ARA) - The crisp air, the beautiful scenery, the feeling of freedom as you sail down the mountain. Whether a novice or expert skier or rider, you don't just have to dream about the perfect ski vacation. With a variety of destinations and tailored options, you can find the trip that's perfect for you.

What could make this year's ski vacation even better? Significant savings.

If you are looking for an awesome ski vacation at a low price, you actually have a lot of options. Ski.com is a 40-year-old company that has built special relationships with 100 top ski destinations and resorts across the United States and around the world. Through these relationships, they are able to get the best deals on things like lift tickets, lodging, airline tickets, ski school classes, equipment rentals and more.

Here is a sample of what Ski.com offers:

Special deals
If you want to save money, now is a great time to do so. The most popular accommodations and flights tend to fill quickly, so by booking now you can get that condo that overlooks the mountain and skip the red-eye flight. Take advantage of fantastic specials, many of which have early-booking deadlines, and you will benefit from all the fantastic deals available to you through Ski.com.

Some sample packages include:

• Big Sky, Mont., 2 bedroom with 4th night free from $605
• Steamboat, Colo., 4 nights lodging with 3-day lift ticket from $770
• Aspen, Colo., 4 nights at Hotel Jerome with 3-day lift ticket from $641

Insight comes from experience
The Mountain Vacation Specialists at Ski.com are sent around the world to research ski destinations so they can provide the best, most accurate information possible directly to you. Whether you choose to book your vacation online or over the phone, you can rest assured knowing that by using Ski.com you will get a great price, the best value and the hassle-free vacation experience you expect. Have questions or looking for a quote? Simply call the number on the Web site to speak directly to a Mountain Vacation Specialist.

Resort finder
Resort finder is a unique and extremely useful tool to help you find the resort that's perfect for you. Assign a rating of 1 through 5 to a variety of different categories and the system identifies which resorts best suit you. Categories include: access to slopes, terrain park, family friendly, nightlife, spas, etc. Your answers will be cross-referenced with the Ski.com database and the best resorts that meet your needs will be displayed.

Traveler reviews
If you are wondering what your fellow vacationers think about a certain resort, hotel or condo, take a look at Ski.com's unbiased reviews from Web site users who have been to each place and have reported on their experiences. You'll know if the slopes at Aspen are all they are cracked up to be, and whether your hotel is more for singles versus a family. Then, check out the 3-D maps of the resort for a unique look at the slopes and the town.

Now is the best time to book your ski vacation to get a great deal and your first choice on flights and accommodations. Visit Ski.com to book your vacation today.

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