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		<title>Top 7 Destinations for Late-Season Skiing</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:36:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Skiing throughout late winter and early spring means you’ll likely have the slopes all to yourself! Because most skiers and snowboarders take to the snow closer to the holidays, remaining patient for a few weeks longer is worth the wait. These are the top destinations for late-season skiing. Best Places for Spring Skiing 1. Arapahoe...]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>7 Places for the Best Skiing in April</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:50:39 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Though the silver-white winters have melted into springs in most parts of the country, you&#8217;ll be delighted to know that&#160;most big ski resorts stay open until mid-April. That means you still have a shot at hitting the slopes before you have to trade your snow skis and parka for water skis and suntan lotion. Use...]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Spring Skiing: What to Wear, Where to Go &#038; What to Know</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:59:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[As the chill of winter slowly gives way to the warmth of spring, skiers and snowboarders eagerly anticipate the arrival of late-season skiing &#8211; affectionately dubbed spring skiing. It&#8217;s a time when the mountains beckon with promises of longer days, softer snow, and the rays of sunbeams warming your cheeks as you glide down the...]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Where Can You Ski in March?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:38:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[March has a funny reputation in the ski world. For some mountains, it’s the beginning of the end. But for skiers and snowboarders who know better, it’s just getting good. With ShipSkis, you can send your gear ahead and travel without lugging skis and boots through the airport—which makes a last-minute spring trip feel a...]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The 5 Best Utah Ski Trips – Park City, Deer Valley &#038; Beyond</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:37:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[When the license plates claim “The Greatest Snow on Earth,” high expectations are understandable. And Utah delivers. Thanks to lake-effect storms rolling off the Great Salt Lake, Utah’s Wasatch Range delivers some of the lightest, driest powder in North America. And with 10 major resorts within about an hour of Salt Lake City International Airport,...]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>6 of the Best Family Ski Resorts</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 13:21:52 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Family ski trips are magical in theory. Fresh snow, rosy cheeks, cozy lodges, everyone smiling in matching beanies. In reality? Someone forgot their gloves, someone else is definitely hungry, and at least one child is questioning why skiing exists at all. The right destination makes all the difference. The best family ski resorts don’t just...]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Skiing in Australia: Everything You Need to Know</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 20:24:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[When most people think of Australia, they picture sun-drenched beaches, coral reefs, and kangaroos bounding through the outback. But come the Southern Hemisphere’s winter, typically June through September, Australia’s alpine regions transform into a snow-covered playground that just might surprise you. Australia’s ski scene isn’t just a quirky novelty. With well-established resorts, vibrant mountain towns,...]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>12 Best Mountain Biking Trails in North America</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 20:03:39 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Some people hike the mountains. Others ride them. From high-alpine singletracks to rugged desert switchbacks, North America is home to some of the world’s best mountain biking trails. And with ShipSkis now offering bike shipping, getting your gear to the trailhead has never been easier.  So clip in and get ready. These are the best...]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Summer Here, Powder There: Why You Should Go Skiing in New Zealand </title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 16:33:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[When the snow melts in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s tempting to stash your gear and wait out the off-season. But who says ski season has to end? There’s no better escape than heading south &#8211; way south. In New Zealand, winter kicks off just as summer hits its peak back home, meaning your next powder...]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Where Can You Ski in the Summer?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:32:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[When the temperatures rise, most people&#8217;s thoughts turn to beaches, barbecues, and lazy days by the pool. But for those who crave the thrill of the slopes, there&#8217;s no need to wait for winter to roll around again. So, just where can you ski in the summer? Summer skiing offers a unique and exciting way...]]></description>
		
		
		
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