Happy New Year - Welcome back from the team here at Dive Fish Snow Travel, we hope you all had an amazing and safe Christmas and New Year.
There is so much happening this year and it couldn't have started better with the amazing snow conditions in North America, America and Japan. The countdown is on towards the start of the Vancouver Winter Olympics on February 12 – 28, 2010, and the word is that the excitement in the village is electric with many athletes there training already.
If you were one of the lucky ones to have holidayed in North America over Christmas, you will have enjoyed some of the most awesome skiing and boarding conditions that Mother Nature could have thrown at you…….and yes - we are all envious!
However, if you have not been yet, it is still not too late to book and be a part of one of the most amazing snow conditions on record in North America. If you can’t go right now, we can tell you that Banff, Alberta is open well into May 2010. So get the family together and plan to spend the April School Holidays and Easter getting your skiing/boarding fix then let our team put the plan together for you! |
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| Mother Nature continues to gift record snowfall. |
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It's still not too late to enjoy the awesome winter conditions and record snow in North America!
Here's just a snap shot of what is happening in North America right now:
Tempted? - Call us now and be a part of it all!
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Start planning to be there this time next year and take advantage of all the wonderful specials with our Dive Fish Snow Travel White Christmas 2010 Early Bird VIP club.
Join here and make sure you are rewarded and the first to hear and take advantage of all the best deals.
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| Ski the Hidden Gems of British Columbia, Canada |
 With some of the worlds most popular ski in ski out resorts such as Whistler Blackcomb, Sun Peaks, Big White and Silver Star, the options for NZ and Australian skiers and boarders is enviable. The guaranteed ski days, reliable snow conditions, famous champagne Powder snow and resorts that set international standards for ski in ski out accommodation all ensure that your Magical Northern Winter holiday is one everyone will remember for a very long time.
BUT these are only truly the gateway to some more amazing resorts with breathtaking scenery, fantastic snow conditions and accommodation that are well worth considering,
So get off the beaten track and experience some classic Canadian hospitality in the Hidden Gems of British Columbia.
Click here to discover British Columbias Hidden Gems – you wont be disappointed.
These “Hidden Gems” are well-serviced with flights to/from Vancouver, where you can discover the best steep-and-deep, backcountry, powder, trees, bowls and glades, and as much vertical as your holiday permits.
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| Fernie - British Columbia, Canada |
8 metres of natural snow blankets Fernie’s ski
area’s impressive five alpine bowls |
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One of the ‘Best Small Towns’ in British Columbia, and one of our Hidden Gems. Fernie is well known for its legendary powder and captivating stories about such legends as The Griz, Ghostrider and Three Sisters. There’s even a Fairy Tale trail bringing much wonder and mystique to the mountain.
Mountains of snow and mountains of adventure abound here! An amazing 8 metres of natural snow blankets Fernie’s ski area’s impressive five alpine bowls that are nestled in the majestic limestone cliffs of the Lizard Range in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia.
Master the steep stuff or choose to load the lifts a full hour before opening with one of Fernie’s experienced guides and enjoy your own private powder on yet another powder perfect Winter Wonderland morning.
 There are many tastefully appointed properties some with excellent Ski In Ski Out in the alpine resort with year round services available at the resort base village. Fernie offers the very best in mountain living.
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| Aspen Snowmass, Colorado, USA |
 An unmatched ‘Total Package’ awaits you at Aspen/Snowmass. Aspen/Snowmass offers you the ‘Power of Four’ - Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk - four choices and over 500 km of pistes all on 1 awesome lift pass – you decide which best suits you.
 With its incredible skiing and snowboarding on these four majestic snow-clad mountains, an authentic ski town pumping with activity, legendary nightlife, ski/snowboard school, restaurants, entertainment, apres’ ski activities and shopping, Aspen/Snowmass will always have something for everyone.
Experience the Power of Four.
Experience Aspen Snowmass»
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| For a Fun filled Family Holiday in the Snow |
Plan for this NOW and enjoy a Magical White Christmas for 2010.
At Dive Fish Snow Travel, because our team have made it their priority to visit and experience all our destinations have to offer, we can advise you on the best family orientated resorts with so much on offer for every family member. And, the beauty is, with the kids involved in all sorts of activities, parents get time out to do the things they want to do.
Click on the links below and discover our top Five Family Friendly Resorts:
 Aspen/Snowmass – with its amazing new “Treehouse” which features themed rooms for ages 8 weeks and up, teen activities, kids’ retail and is the starting point for the kids’ ski and snowboard school.- Big White / Silver Star – Big White was awarded North America’s #1 Family Resort and, together with Silverstar, is Canada's largest totally ski-in ski-out resort village. Big White » | Silver Star »
- Sun Peaks – With its animated theme park – The Kids Ranch, Sun Peaks also offers a Kids Adventure Park, tobogganing hill and Sports Centre all designed to keep kids active both on and off the snow.
- Whistler/Blackcomb - at Whistler Blackcomb they ’ve created hidden areas in the trees - from tree forts and an enchanted forest to an adventure park and magic castle - especially for kids and there’s lots more!
- Copper Mountain – has the Belly Button Bakery, where kids are entertained with supervised games and activities, plus a pizza dinner, while you’re out enjoying a romantic dinner, shopping or having a cocktail.
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It is our goal to ensure our clients get the best holiday, at the best price to suit your budget and needs.
We’ve been there and we can help you with any questions or queries you may have about a skiing holiday in North America or Japan.
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| Don't Miss out - Book Now |
 Join our Escorted Ski Group to Japan with Paul Goldfinch
Departs 3rd February 2010.
Ideal for Singles
A very experienced group leader, Paul personally visited Japan in March 2009 with the Dive Fish Snow Travel Ski team.
Arguably the most popular winter sports region in Honshu, Hakuba is home to 10 different snow resorts set against an impressive mountain backdrop.
Paul will ensure an incredible and cultural experience for all levels of skiers/boarders within Hakuba’s amazing variety of terrain, perfectly groomed cruisers, long meandering trails, many powder bowls and powder laden forests.
To book your place to join Paul Goldfinch on this amazing journey and maximise your Japan skiing holiday experience, call our experienced team now.
NZ$ 4949* pp ex AKL
twin share + taxes
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Price includes:
- Flights ex Auckland to Tokyo in economy class on Air New Zealand. Now very limited space.
- Bullet train tickets to Nagano and all transfers.
- HAKUBA 10 nights twin share hotel rooms walking distance to Happo One ski resort.
- 7 days Hakuba all mountain ski pass valid at Happo One, Iwatake, Hakuba 47, Hakuba Goryu, Tsugaike, Norikura and Cortina.
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| * Price may vary subject to flight availabilit at time of booking. |
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| Don't spend hours trawling through the internet looking for information on ski holidays? |
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If you want to know where the best deal is for you and your family, or where to get an organic turkey in Sun Peaks, or which vacation home is closest to the slopes or which hotel room has a private hot tub or which resort offers the best dog sledding or snowmobile trips, or the answer to 1001 other questions, call our ski consultants.
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| We have a new Prize and you are in the draw to win it |
This year alone we gave away these prizes
- Ski holiday in Sun Peaks, Big White & Silver Star
- Ski holiday to Whistler Blackcomb & Banff
- Ski holiday in Banff
- Ski holiday in Heavenly
Total Value of over $30,000 of amazing prizes.
So what is lined up for this Year.
If you have received this SnowTimes newsletter from us, you are automatically in the Draw for the following 2010 prize....
Ski Holiday in Winter Park & Copper Mountain 2010 Draw
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You could win all this:
Accommodation:
- 7 nights at Winter Park in a studio unit at Fraser crossing/Founders Pointe
- 7 nights at Copper Mountain in a gold standard 1 bedroom unit
Lift Passes:
- 7 day lift passes x 2 for Winter Park
- 7 day lift passes x 2 for Copper Mountain
Total Prize value: over $6000 |
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| Talk to us - we've been there |
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As our logo says "Our Total Expertise Guarantees you a fantastic holiday"
Our team of specialist skiing travel consultants are also passionate skiers or riders. This passion has taken us all on incredible journeys to ski the top ski resorts and visit hundreds of hotel rooms and condos each year. Let us share these experiences with you.
Benefit from our 1st hand knowledge and personal experience.
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