Everyone should ski Telluride, CO, Utah, and Jackson Hole, WY. All of these areas get great snow, have great ski terrain, lots of restaurants and amazing architecture.   All of these places make for great destinations for any occasion.

Telluride, CO is an amazing mix of beautiful scenery, one of a kind restaurants, world class athletes, and outdoor activities for various abilities and interests. It is not easily accessed, which makes it less desirable to many travelers, which makes it more of a score for those who make the effort.

To get the lay of the Telluride land, check out the following sites:

• Telluride
• Telluride Hotels
• All Telluride

There is only one big ski area in Telluride, CO for downhill skiing, so you will not need to decide which area to visit. However, there are several types of accommodations for all budgets, but certainly more heavily weighted toward the deep pocketed types.

Here is a list of individual properties worth checking out in Telluride, CO:

• Hotel Telluride
• The Peaks Resort
• The New Sheridan
• The Capella
• Inn at Lost Creek

If you decide you want to rent a condominium or an individual home in Telluride, CO, try Elevation Management. There are Victorians, Edgy modern, and Mountain themed homes and every type and vintage of condo development, which means there is something for every taste.

After a hard day cutting it up on Telluride slopes (or reading a book near the slopes), you will need sustenance.

Here is a partial list of some of the amazing Restaurants in Telluride, CO:

• La Marmotte
• 221 South Oak
• The Cosmo
• Honga's Lotus Petal
• Rustico Ristorante

Making a decision about where to go skiing in Utah is not as easy as you might think. It is probably best to give yourself plenty of time to try lots of the mountains. Each development will vary in terrain, price, location, how well they are maintained, amenities, and popularity.

If you are wanting to try more than one property, check this out to get one pass for 4 properties.

In Little Cottonwood Canyon, Utah, you have the choice of:

• Solitude
• Brighton

In Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah, you have the choice of:

• Snowbird
• Alta

All of the ski areas in Little and Big Cottonwood Canyons, in Utah, have lots of accommodations and usually for different budgets with various amenities.  All of the links in the previous list should bring up those offerings. However, if you are still searching, try visiting the following sites:

˜ Alta's Rustler Lodge

˜ Ski Utah

˜ Canyon Services

Or you might decide to rent a privately owned property from Utah Vacation Homes.

If you are willing to take a short drive, a unique restaurant awaits you named La Caille close to where the canyons meet the city. The fine food and unique setting is worth the effort.

All of the resorts have lots of restaurant selections ranging anywhere from Sushi on the 10th floor of the Cliff Lodge at Snowbird to mild mexican in the same building.

There are two ski areas in Jackson Hole: SnowKing Mountain and Jackson Hole.   Snowking is actually in town or more affectionately called the "town hill", while Jackson is a short drive outside of town. The later is a much larger development with thousands of acres of groomed and ungroomed runs, accommodations, and restaurants.

Jackson Hole, WY is the closest town to the southern entrance to Yellowstone Park, which keeps it busy for most of the year.  It has great skiing, biking, fishing, horseback riding and whitewater rafting which attracts even more people.   It also has a vibrant art community that attracts people from all over the world, to wander the galleries and attend the latest event.   It seems like the list for Jackson should be over, but it is worth mentioning that it is a magnet for celebrities and uber wealthy folk who love the quality of life it has to offer along with the good eats.

For planning your trip to Jackson Hole, WY, visit these top sites:

◊ Jackson Hole Net

◊ Jackson Hole WY Net

and another hub

◊ Jackson Hole, WY Photos and Attractions

There are far worse problems to have than figuring out where to eat in Jackson Hole, WY. Jackson does have a wide range of offerings from the super basic to the elegant. Here is a partial list to consider:

> Snake River Grill

> Rendezvous Bistro

> Koshu Wine Bar

Here are a few properties to check out in Jackson Hole, WY:

…Amangani

…Snake River Lodge and Spa

…Four Seasons Jackson Hole

…Spring Creek Ranch

Or, consider renting a YURT from Ski the Tetons.

• Best Ski Resorts
• Heli-Skiing
• heli-skiing.findyourbest.com
• Air Fare Bargains

Deciding where to go when you have lots of options can be a bit daunting.  Since you are considering lots of options, why not consider attending the 2010 Vancouver Olympics?  This will give you the opportunity to visit one of the best developments in the world, while rubbing elbows with some of the best athletes in the world.  It is worth your consideration.

Outdoor sites worth visiting:

→ RSN

→ Ski

→ Powder Magazine