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It's two o'clock—do you know where the skiers are?
Before you plan your next high-altitude adventure, experience a day in the life of eight different destinations. From ski hard, party harder Laax to peaceful Geilo, you'll discover a range of places and itineraries in our guide. We've gathered the best breakfast places, the smartest shops, the most challenging runs, and everything else you need to decide if a resort suits your lifestyle. After all, knowing whether a spot caters to foodies (Megève) or families (Smugglers' Notch) is sure to influence your vacation as much as terrain quality and average snowfall.
LUXURY: Aspen, Colorado | Megève, France
FAMILY: Smugglers' Notch, Vermont | Geilo, Norway
ADVENTURE: Silverton, Colorado | Laax, Switzerland
HOT SPOTS: Whistler, B.C., Canada | Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy
Published September 2005
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