USA / Canada skiing in Feb for a 39 year old solo guy having a mid life crisis

[YMAYGuy]

Hi Guys

The divorce is now though and after 15 years I am a free man again. So there is a sudden urge to travel and I was wondering if I could get some advice on a Skiing holiday in the USA and Canada during Feb 2012. I am an intermediate / advanced skier.

My plan is to go and ski in Whistler for 8-9 days in early February, then have a few days off, fly to Denver and go to either:
1. Telluride; or
2. Breckenride; or
3. Aspen
For another 8-9 days.

Any advice on where to stay would be appreciated - a hotel room in the region of $200 per night, close to the slopes and town.

I am leaning towards Telluride as it seems to be a bit quieter and more relaxed. Thoughts?

Also I'd appreciate any advice from people who have been to either these places, from the perspective of a person travelling on their own (no family or friends coming). My aim would be to have fun, meet a few people on the way and socialise a bit. By no means am I any sort party animal or skirt chaser, but just looking to enjoy the trip and be sociable along the way.

I know that there are sites like meetup.com where people can meet with common interests. Is anyone aware of anything for skiers?

Thanks in advance
YMAYGuy

 

[dfcatch]

You'll love Whistler.

You can get some great lift/accommodation packages that can really get your per day price down.

Everyone drinks at the Longhorn right after the day and it's a very friendly social place.

Other good options are Big White near Kelowna, or Sunshine / Lake Louise in Alberta.

But in your situation - I stick with Whistler if you've never been there before.

Remember that British Colombia (particularly Whistler) is the 7th Australian state - so be warned in case your goal was to get away from Australians.

I'd consider Beaver Creek as well as Telluride. Colorado is expensive though - regardless of which resort.

You can also get a "Vail Pass" which gives you access to multiple mountains.

Also consider Utah.... Cold, real cold - but the powder is amazing, and generally cheaper than Colorado.
Snowbird / Park City.

Good luck and don't forget to write a trip report here when you get back.

 

[Sprucegoose]

Hi Guys

The divorce is now though and after 15 years I am a free man again. So there is a sudden urge to travel and I was wondering if I could get some advice on a Skiing holiday in the USA and Canada during Feb 2012. I am an intermediate / advanced skier.

My plan is to go and ski in Whistler for 8-9 days in early February, then have a few days off, fly to Denver and go to either:
1. Telluride; or
2. Breckenride; or
3. Aspen
For another 8-9 days.

Any advice on where to stay would be appreciated - a hotel room in the region of $200 per night, close to the slopes and town.

I am leaning towards Telluride as it seems to be a bit quieter and more relaxed. Thoughts?

Also I'd appreciate any advice from people who have been to either these places, from the perspective of a person travelling on their own (no family or friends coming). My aim would be to have fun, meet a few people on the way and socialise a bit. By no means am I any sort party animal or skirt chaser, but just looking to enjoy the trip and be sociable along the way.

I know that there are sites like meetup.com where people can meet with common interests. Is anyone aware of anything for skiers?

Thanks in advance
YMAYGuy

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