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Family ski deals make a winter trip affordable
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Taking a family to the slopes can be a pricey endeavor. We've rounded up some of the best deals from around the country, including stops in California, Colorado, Michigan, New Mexico, Utah, Vermont, Wisconsin and Idaho.
Colorado
Keystone
Kids under 12 ski free all winter at Keystone Resort as long as your family stays two or more nights at one of the resort properties, which range from luxury hotels to cozy condos. There is no limit on the number of children per adult and no blackout dates-the free skiing deal includes weekends and holidays, a rarity in the ski industry.
Beaver Creek and Vail
Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa, with ski-in, ski-out access to Beaver Creek's 146 runs on 1,805 acres of skiable terrain, is offering a fourth night free to travelers who book a three-night stay before Nov. 30. Deal includes free daily breakfast for two at 8100 Mountainside Bar & Grill, and a 2 p.m. checkout to give guests an extra day of skiing. Beaver Creek lift tickets also can be used at the nearby Vail Ski Resort.
Four Seasons Resort
In Vail, the Four Seasons Resort & Residences has a buy one night, get one free deal, along with a Ski Free Package that includes three-day lift tickets for up to two adults and two children, three-day ski or snowboard rentals for up to two adults and two children, and kids 5 and under eat free.
