The mountains’ resort towns have reached an inflection point, facing changes that threaten their cultures and even survival, as demand for short-term rentals reshapes the landscape.
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A Crisis in the Alps: Airbnb, Climate Change and Americans
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Want to Save Money on Skiing? Here Are 6 Ways to Pay Less
A multimountain pass is great if you use it enough. New programs are aimed at more casual skiers, offering discounts without the high initial price tag.
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1,200 Acres of Powder for Around $100: Skiing Vermont’s Bolton Valley
Brought back from the brink by devoted skiers and a new generation of a skiing family, Bolton Valley has cultivated a niche among Eastern ski areas as an affordable downhill and backcountry resort.
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Park City Strike Ends With Increase in Wages for Ski Patrollers
The nearly two-week strike hobbled the largest U.S. ski resort during a busy holiday period and sparked online fury about deepening economic inequality in rural mountain areas.
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Park City Ski Patrol Strike Against Vail Resorts Continues
Long lift lines, limited terrain and frustration among skiers and snowboarders are downstream impacts of a wage dispute between union workers at Park City Mountain in Utah and its owner, Vail Resorts.
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How Some Skiers Are Taking Back the Mountains
The New York Times – Travel:Big resorts are crowded, pricey and exclusive. But some skiers and snowboarders are trying to reclaim their sports by building a culture that is more inclusive and sustainable. Here’s how.
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New Ski Lifts Are Changing U.S. Slopes With Shorter Lines and Faster Rides
The New York Times – Travel:A flurry of construction at major ski resorts has led to a high number of notable new chairlifts and gondolas opening this season.