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If you are an avid skier (like me), wouldn’t it be great to ski and snowboard all year round at these destinations? Namely Whistler, Canada; Hintertux, Austria; Las Lenas, Argentina; Keystone, United States. What skier isn’t dreaming of that next ski vacation? Ski resorts have always focussed on safety, but this year are doing everything they can to keep you safe. Enhanced safety measures and procedures are in place to deal with COVID including mandatory face coverings, advanced reservations, lift restrictions and more. Physical distancing is a natural with ski and boards and lots of room on the hills. If you’ve pushed off your ski vacation, it’s time to start thinking ahead to ski and snowboard all year round at these destinations.

Winter Skiing in Whistler, Canada

Every skier or snowboarder in Canada dreams of going to Whistler or dreams of going back to Whistler. While there are other great ski destinations in Canada, (Lake Louise, Big White and Mont Tremblant come to mind), Whistler is consistently ranked as #1. You have got 2 distinct mountains with Whistler and Blackcomb side by side and connected by the memorable Peak to Peak Gondola. With over 8,100 acres of skiable terrain, you could spend days on either Blackcomb or Whistler Mountain without getting bored in the least. And with an average of 460 inches of snow each year, there’s plenty of the white stuff. The top of mountain temperature and bottom/valley temperature vary greatly as one would expect. At the peak, you can ski the glacier and stay up top for some bowl skiing. At the end of your day, make sure you still have energy to ski down the mountain. The Peak to Creek run is 7 miles long.

Spring Skiing in Austria

Hintertux Glacier Ski Resort is Austria’s only year-round ski resort (yes, 365 days per year). Hintertux is in Austria’s Tirol Region, a warm and welcoming area that is my favorite and the real heart of the Alps. In winter, one lift pass, the “Ski- und Gletscherwelt Zillertal 3000”, gets you access to interconnected resorts like Finkenberg and Mayrhofen with 60 km of terrain. 72% of Hintertux’s ski pistes are Intermediate which makes this glacier more manageable for groups and the average skier. The mountains of Tirol have many more ski resorts available during ski season (including Kitzbhuel, St. Anton, Zugspitze and more) as well as other activities like hiking, swimming, and mountain biking. Innsbruck is nearby and offers great Austrian hospitality, food, and culture when you are finished with the ski portion of your trip to Austria.

Skiers and snowboarders on the slopes of Austria — Pumuckel42, CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/, via Wikimedia Commons

Summer Skiing in Argentina

The highest mountain in the Andes is Las Lenas, Argentina. Las Lenas is very much about the skiing. Its projected opening date is around June 6^th with closing in early October. With 30 runs (80% intermediate/advanced), it is not big by any means, but the skiable terrain and vistas draw rave reviews. It is not fancy and does not offer many alternatives for days a way from the slopes. But it’s a bucket list destination for skiers – skiing in South America and skiing in summer. After the skiing is done, it’s time to head to Buenos Aires or neighbouring Chile to experience more of South America.

A view of Las Lenas Ski Resort in Argentina

Fall Skiing in Colorado

Skiiing in the fall can be “hit and miss” due entirely to unpredictable snowfall. Keystone, Colorado is the top candidate (normally open in early November) followed by Lake Louise, Canada and Mammoth Mountain, California. Keystone Resort is a short drive from Denver and covers 7 miles across 3 mountains along the Snake River. There are 3 villages with restaurants, bars, and accommodation slope side and in the villages. Keystone is a top-rated family-friendly resort that is more about skiing than extras and wild après ski. With 130 trails, 20 lifts and night skiing, there is no shortage of terrain and time to ski. You’ll enjoy some the longest runs in the State of Colorado.

Summary – Ski and Snowboard All Year Round at These Destinations

There’s a quick list of ski areas to get too year-round. You are not restricted to skiing and boarding in traditional winter or Q1 of each year. For the average skier, these are bucket list destinations. Get ready and prepared for some big terrain, great views and a world class ski experience. And don’t forget your travel insurance and extra insurance coverage for COVID-19. I’m ready for a ski tour of these great destinations. It is time to dream and plan that next great ski trip!

Kite surfer in the waters of Australia — Photo by APG Graphics on Pexels.com

Kitesurfing in Australia is the ultimate way to feel the power of a breeze. It’s a water sport where you essentially strap yourself to a surfboard, launch a kite and hold on for dear life. It can be a bit dangerous to surfers and even to swimmers who get in the way. What you ought to know is that kitesurfing involves trying to control something that is typically uncontrollable. However with the ideal advice, you might just transform it into the very best time you can ever have.

If you are preparing to kitesurf in Australia, you might want to talk to AKSA for numerous spots which supply ideal conditions for kitesurfing in Australia. After all, it’s not a sport that you can do just anywhere.

The Association also supplies services associated with the safety of the kitesurfer. They, for example, spread understanding about the different guidelines that a specialist of the sport ought to follow in order to stay safe. They also can provide insurance coverage, along with security gear.

Respect the power of the breeze and surf and constantly keep in mind everything you discover.

A woman kite surfer looking for her next big wave — Photo by Jean van der Meulen on Pexels.com

Taking up kitesurfing seriously will need you to invest your money in equipment costing something in between $1000 and $3000. This includes your standard board, kite and safety devices such as a flotation gadget and discount surf gear. You will clearly need to take some lessons if you wish to take part in this activity safely.

Winds represent an amazing force of nature that man has continually made every effort to harness. Thus, we have windmills, sailboats, and other wind reliant devices that make use of the power of the wind. Today, this power is likewise utilized for home entertainment. And helps to explain the recent popularity of kitesurfing in Australia.

Through training, you will learn how to navigate your kite in such a way that you will be able to utilize the wind to move in any direction you want. You will also find out about the different security treatments that you should always keep in mind in order to prevent accidents while you are having fun.

All in all, kitesurfing is a genuinely extreme sport which offers the thrill of being moved by air and the feel of speeding across water. It is likewise an activity which requires considerable skills, training and fitness. The bottom line is that if you wish to enjoy this activity, you must keep the risk factor to a minimum and the fun aspect to a maximum.

If you plan to get the best out of your kitesurfing experience, you must ensure that you stay safe. You’ll ensure that you have the most fun by getting the ideal type of devices and the best type of training. After all, you are handling an unpredictable element of nature here.

A kite surfer busting through the waves — Photo by APG Graphics on Pexels.com

Australia is more frequently recognized for Koalas, Kangaroos, the Wilderness, the Sydney Opera Home, and the Great Barrier Reef. The entire design of the continent has a big capacity for diverse activities. Kitesurfing is among those activities that happen in the water side of Australia.

The efforts of AKSA or the Australian Kite Browsing Association made kitesurfing significantly popular in Australia. They hold numerous competitions to check the ability of kitesurfers, along with promotion of the sport.