Ski ''Europe'' in as Little as 3 Hours -Without Ever Crossing the Pond!-.PURCHASE, N.Y. -- In as little as three hours, skiers and snowboarders can immerse themselves in European languages and culture--without ever leaving North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. . Intrawest's Mont Tremblant, Quebec, is closer than you think and rich in French flavor. "The best thing about Tremblant is that it is a slice of Europe in America," says Charles Roth, avid skier and snowboarder. "Most ski resorts like lack the charm of Tremblant." Voted #1 in lodging, accommodations, restaurants, and services and amenities by Ski Magazine, Mont Tremblant is a perfect weekend getaway for those yearning to "ski Europe" but lacking the time for a transcontinental trip. Mont Tremblant, a village-centered resort, is a winter wonderland with 2,115 vertical feet, 4 faces, 94 trails (approx. 46.6 miles), and 627.5 acres of ski able terrain serviced by two gondolas, five high-speed quads, three triple chairs and three magic carpets. Renowned for its incredible energy and ambiance am·bi·ance also am·bi·ence n. The special atmosphere or mood created by a particular environment: "The noir ambience is dominated by low-key lighting . . . , the village of Mont Tremblant is home to eight different hotels with more than 1200 suites. In addition, Tremblant houses 30 restaurants, 45 retail shops (including 3 art galleries), several authentic European pubs (including a non-alcoholic bar for the under 18 crowd) and the famous Le P'tit Caribou Caribou, town, United States Caribou (kâr`ĭb  ), town (1990 pop. 9,415), Aroostook co., NE Maine, on the Aroostook River; inc. 1859. , voted the best bar in Canada by Ski Canada magazine for four years in a row! The newest lodging offer, L'Ermitage, a 57-room boutique hotel Boutique hotel is a term originating in North America to describe intimate, usually luxurious or quirky hotel environments. Boutique hotels differentiate themselves from larger chain/branded hotels and motels by providing personalized level accommodation and services / facilities. and a member of the Boutique Hotels and Resorts, opened this season to rave reviews. Luxury lodging can also be found at the exquisite four-star Le Westin Tremblant Resort & Spa, with its stunning views of the lake, rooms with fireplaces, valet and concierge services, a fitness center, outdoor whirlpool and a unique salt water pool. Those in search of romance might like last season's newcomer, Hotel Quintessence quin·tes·sence n. 1. The pure, highly concentrated essence of a thing. 2. The purest or most typical instance: the quintessence of evil. 3. , with private retreats and lake views from every room. Pampered pam·per tr.v. pam·pered, pam·per·ing, pam·pers 1. To treat with excessive indulgence: pampered their child. 2. extras include heated bathroom tiles, claw foot claw foot n. A deformity of the foot marked by an exaggerated arch and downward flexion of the toes. claw foot tubs and a "wood concierge", responsible for stoking a blaze in the fireplace night after night. Families can take advantage of a great deal from lakefront Club Tremblant: 5 day lodging and 4 hours of instruction for kids, lift tickets, lunch and video taping. Parents can get a massage and relax at Le Spa or enjoy a romantic dinner at Bistro sur de Lac, while the kids are off go-carting or attending Club Tremblant's movie night. Another family favorite, La Tour Des Voyageurs, puts guests in the heart of the pedestrian village. Units include fireplaces, full kitchens, and ski on/ski off access. The sauna, outdoor pool and Jacuzzi are open year round. A conference center is available as well for large groups. There are no early or late lift lines to wait in and kids can ski right home while parents squeeze in one more run at the Fairmont Mont Tremblant, a slope side Slope side is a term used in the North American ski lodging industry to describe any accommodation from which one can reasonably walk to the ski lifts. Such lodgings are usually at the bottom of, or right beside, the ski hill—hence the term slope side. hotel and Frommer's favorite because of its north woods North Woods forest and lake region; setting for lumberjack legends. [Am. Lit.: Hart, 607] See : Rusticity lobby, monster fireplace and indoor lap pool. Children aged one to six who don't ski will have a blast at the Mother Nature Daycare Camp. A buffet dinner at Windigos Restaurant provides plenty of choices to suit even the fussy tastes of an 8 year old. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, guests can take advantage of an array of activities including cross-country skiing cross-country skiing Skiing in open country over rolling, hilly terrain. It originated in Scandinavia as a means of travel as well as recreation. The skies used are longer, narrower, and lighter than those used in Alpine skiing, and bindings allow more heel movement. , mountain tours, and the Water Wonderland known as La Source Aquaclub. Tremblant's comprehensive fitness and swimming facility has 2 kiddie pools, indoor/outdoor Jacuzzis, a mountain waterfall, sauna, fitness center and the most popular attraction for kids is the Tarzan-like rope swing. Bridges span from an island in the center of the indoor pool to the main land, creating cave-like tunnels with basketball nets on either side. The outdoor hot tub is exclusively for adults. A great apres ski activity for the whole family. Couples seeking romance can find it in Qadd, the gourmet restaurant tucked inside Sans Sabots Spa for the ultimate aphrodisiac aphrodisiac Any of various forms of stimulation thought to arouse sexual excitement. They may be psychophysiological (arousing the senses of sight, touch, smell, or hearing) or internal (e.g., foods, alcoholic drinks, drugs, love potions, medicinal preparations). . With breathtaking views of Lake Tremblant, an oversized o·ver·size n. 1. A size that is larger than usual. 2. An oversize article or object. adj. o·ver·size also o·ver·sized Larger in size than usual or necessary. whirlpool, and a vanishing edge pool, every attention to detail has been considered in delivering a unique spa experience. A number of massage treatments are available including Swedish massage Swed·ish massage n. A system of therapeutic massage and exercise for the muscles and joints, developed in Sweden in the 19th century. , Thai massage, Shiatsu Shiatsu Definition Shiatsu is a manipulative therapy developed in Japan and incorporating techniques of anma (Japanese traditional massage), acupressure, stretching, and Western massage. Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Chair side Massage or an in-suite massage. SIDEBAR The Vacation that Keeps on Giving Guests who book Intrawest's "Home & Away Offer", a 5-night 4-day package to Tremblant that includes lodging and lift tickets receive 4 FREE, UNRESTRICTED one-day lift tickets per person to Stratton (VT) or Mountain Creek (NJ). That's sixteen free tickets for a family of four--with no blackout dates! Free tickets can be used before or after the Tremblant trip or give them away as gifts. Book your trip by calling 1-888-INTRAWEST (1-888-468-7293) or at: www.INTRAWEST.COM/SKIFREE About Intrawest For nearly 20 years, in every season, Intrawest has been providing travelers the most extraordinary adventure vacation experiences in the world. At the heart of the Intrawest network is the company's assortment of year-round, village-centered destination resorts. The growing Intrawest World also includes interests in Canadian Mountain Holidays, Alberta, the largest heli-skiing/heli-hiking operator in the world; Intrawest Golf, responsible for the development and management of leading golf courses around the globe, including its premier brand, Raven Golf Clubs; and Club Intrawest, a unique vacation ownership program For more information, visit their website at www.intrawest.com. |
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