Nothing says “awesome ski town” like a winning bid for the Winter Olympics. On November 15, 2013, the International Olympic Committee announced the six cities that have confirmed bids for the 2022 event. The playing field represents a diverse mix of traditional and state-of-the-art resorts. They include: Almaty, Kazakhstan: The city already has Olympic facilities that were…
As the winter holidays approach, visions of snow-covered slopes dance through the minds of dedicated skiers and snowboarders. The bad news is that not all of their friends and family members feel the same way. The good news is that the former Victorian mining town of Breckenridge Colorado has activities for skiers and non-skiers alike….
For decades, the proverbial “where should I apply to college question” has challenged high school students. Factors such as curriculum, academic prestige and cost take first priority, but easy access to skiing and riding concerns winter sport enthusiasts. Fortunately, you don’t have to compromise. Some of North America’s best colleges and universities just happen to…
