Here is a deal for an early season party at Killington, as you can see below there are just 1958 medallions available at this price so act quickand go on line. The ski and stay package is also a good deal. many areas offer ski and stay packages. So when you are interested in going check out the resort of your choice for the ski and stay packeges.This information was issued on the 28th of October so there still may be tickets. If you find out that they are sold out, let us know at snowchronicles so we can let others know.

 Killington Resort is celebrating its 50th Birthday December 12-14 with numerous events and activities for the entire family, including a special commemorative 50th birthday medallion valid for a full weekend of skiing and riding.

To commemorate the founding of the resort on Dec. 13, 1958, Killington will offer 1,958 50th Birthday medallions valid for skiing and riding the weekend of Dec. 13-14. The $50 commemorative medallions will be available for purchase through Killington’s website beginning Nov. 14. In addition to skiing and riding, medallion holders will enjoy a variety of discount opportunities from Killington Chamber of Commerce members, preferred lift access and other resort benefits. Special 50th Birthday Ski and Stay Packages, including commemorative medallions, start at just $62 per person, per night.

“The entire weekend of events and activities will offer our guests an opportunity to celebrate the wonderful heritage and history of our resort,” said Chris Nyberg, Killington president and general manager. “There are many traditions that began and innovations that have taken place over the past 50 years here at Killington. From ski lift and snowmaking technology, to the ticket wicket and the Graduated Length Method of teaching, and we want to celebrate and honor those accomplishments and the folks that made it happen.”

While not an invention or even an innovation at Killington, the ski sweater was a statement of style on the slopes. Break out your White Stag, Obermeyer, CB Sports, Icelandic or Roffe ski sweater as the Ski Sweater Soirée kicks off the 50th Birthday weekend Friday night, Dec. 12 at the Killington Grand Resort Hotel and Spa. Honoring the founders, pioneers and those instrumental in building Killington Resort as the premiere winter destination in the east, the Ski Sweater Soirée will feature photos and memorabilia from the first 50 years, along with dinner and dancing! Killington’s own Joey Leone and his Chop Shop Band will open the Ski Sweater Soirée with classic jazz sounds for the cocktail hour and dinner, and then turn up the volume for an evening of dancing and celebration.

Saturday’s events include a Poker Run throughout the resort and historical mountain tours. Saturday evening, Killington kicks off its Birthday Party at the Snowshed Lodge with a torchlight parade, followed by a snowcat parade down Snowshed Slope. Live après entertainment fills the Long Trail Pub from 6-8 p.m. along with kid’s activities and entertainment will feature magic shows, sing-a-longs, face painting and of course cake and ice cream from 6-8 p.m. at the Snowshed Lodge. From 8-10 p.m. at the Resort Center the lively sounds of Diamond Neil will fill the lodge, and of course a huge birthday cake.

Opening for business on Dec. 13, 1958 with two surface lifts and seven trails, today Killington Resort stretches across seven mountain areas, including Pico Mountain, and features 30 lifts - including three express gondolas and seven express chairs – which provide access to the highest lift-served ski terrain in Vermont at 4,241 feet off Killington Peak. Killington’s 88 miles of diverse terrain includes 191 trails and provides skiers and riders of all ability levels a choice of wide-open groomed cruisers, narrow classic New England runs, moguls, steeps and 13 tree skiing areas. 
 

This will be a fun weekend, hope you all can get out there and enjoy the festivities. Early skiing at Killington is always great!!!

courtesy of Blum Associates

PREMIER RESORTS OFFERS HOLIDAY TRAVEL STIMULUS PACKAGES 

Holiday Season Features Low Season Deals to Bend, Breckenridge, Deer Valley, Lake Tahoe, No. Myrtle Beach, Orlando, Sun Valley and Vail 


PARK CITY, Utah (Oct. 23, 2008) - In a tighter economy, the vacation properties in eight states managed by Premier Resorts are loosening blackout restrictions and lowering prices for the holidays. These travel stimulus packages are designed to encourage Americans to continue sharing family traditions by spending Christmas and New Year's on vacation. Here's a look at peak season deals offered at low season rates, all of which are based upon availability. 

Hotel Telluride 401K Holiday Plan - From Dec. 20 through Jan. 4, The Hotel Telluride in Colorado is offering 20% off their published rates for those who stay for five nights. When guests check out the next morning they'll receive a $401 credit applied to their stay. If they choose, guests can invest the savings in their 401K retirement fund or, well, save it for another trip to Telluride. (970 369 1188; www.hoteltelluride.com)

Luxury for Less at Deer Valley - If ever there was a time to experience Deer Valley luxury for less, Holiday 2008 is that time. Christmas Day is free for any new reservation at The Lodges at Deer Valley or Silver Baron Lodge that starts on, ends on, or includes a stay during Dec. 25 (minimum four-night stay). Also, book four nights at Snow Park and Silver Lake condominiums during Christmas Week and receive the fifth night free from Deer Valley Lodging. (800 453 3833, www.deervalleylodging.com)

Christmas Buffet Special in Bend - Stay four nights or more during the holidays at Seventh Mountain Resort in Bend, Ore. in a one bedroom or larger premium condo at the standard rate over Christmas Day, and get one night free along with free ice skating and free Christmas Day Buffet for two. The package includes two free dining vouchers at the Seasons restaurant valid for the Christmas Buffet, two free ice skating single session passes including skate rentals, free use of heated pools, hot tubs, sauna, and fitness center, and free daily shuttle service to Mt. Bachelor. Offer valid Dec. 19, 2008 to Jan. 1, 2009. (800 452 6810; www.seventhmountain.com)

Sun Valley Christmas Discounted 15% - Excellent skiing on Bald Mountain, a romantic sleigh ride, the family gathering around a cozy fireplace and Santa's arrival on Christmas Eve - it's happening in Sun Valley, Idaho. Stay with Premier Resorts between Dec. 19 and 25 and save 15% off regular lodging rates. Condominiums are still available slopeside in Warm Springs, in downtown Ketchum or at the Sun Valley Resort Village. (800 635 4444; www.premier-sunvalley.com)

Savings at the New Manor Vail Lodge - Manor Vail Lodge, which has reopened after an approximately $100 million renovation, has lifted minimum night stay restrictions for December, and the longer you stay - the less you pay. Stay two nights and receive 10% off, stay three nights and receive 15% off, or stay four nights or more to receive 20% off special holiday pricing. Offer valid Dec. 19 to 27. (800 950 VAIL; www.manorvail.com)

20 Percent Holiday Savings in Breckenridge - Beaver Run Resort in Breckenridge has a limited time offer for the holiday season: reserve by Election Day  (Nov. 4), and receive 20% off Holiday and Powder Perfect rates for arrivals from Dec. 24, 2008 through Feb. 8, 2009. (800 525 2253; www.beaverrun.com)

Free Night and Lift Tickets in Tahoe - Lakeland Village in South Lake Tahoe has announced that visitors staying four nights will get their fifth night free, plus receive two free lift tickets to Heavenly Mountain Resort. Lakeland has also reduced minimum night stays over Christmas from the traditional four nights to two nights in all Lodge Studios and Suites and one and two bedroom townhomes. Valid between Dec. 19 and 28. Booking deadline is Nov. 29. (800 822 5969; www.lakeland-village.com)

About Premier Resorts
Premier Resorts International has an inventory of over 2,850 units (8,000 individual rooms) in nine states in the United States, plus Mexico. Its ski, beach and golf resort locations are in Orlando, Fla.; South Lake Tahoe, California; Breckenridge, Vail and Telluride, Colorado; Kauai and Maui, Hawaii; Sun Valley, Idaho; Bend, Oregon; Park City, Utah; North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; San Juan Islands, Washington; and Los Cabos, Mexico.  It is headquartered at 1375 Deer Valley Drive South, Park City, Utah 84060; tel. 800 882 4754; www.premier-resorts.com.