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Blazing across the sky, the Snowbirds have represented Canada's military with displays of dangerous and exacting aerial maneuvers

Warm visions of escape usually ride on the crisp air of fall to over 900,000 "snowbirds" living across the country. For many, these visions exist no more.

Snowmobiling from the top of the ski lifts at a major resort is the unusual offering at Utah's Snowbird Resort.

Older adults who head south before the first snow and return in spring are referred to as snowbirds. Due to baby boomers, increasing numbers enjoy freedom and adventures.

Famous among AARP crowd and powderhounds, still off limits to snowboarders, Utah ski area modernizes lifts, welcomes families while keeping old-school charm

Snowshoeing is an easy and affordable way to enjoy Utah's Wasatch Mountains. The Salt Lake City area offers miles of snowshoe trails, rental services, and guided tours.

What you need to know about pitching a tent in Arizona during the winter.

Utah Ski Resorts include Park City's Deer Valley, Park City Mountain Resort, and The Canyons. Visitors will love to ski or snowboard at any of Utah's more than ten resor

September's Reno National Championship Air Races bring pilots and spectators from around the world to Formula One, T-6, Sport, Biplane, Jet and Unlimited Class contests.

At ski resorts nationwide, warm weather and longer days add up to unending soft snow and non-stop skiing and snowboarding special events.

Suggestions for identifying the ski and lifestyle needs you should consider when planning your next winter ski vacation.

Longer days combined with warmer temperatures combine to let you ski or snowboard in the morning, golf or hike in the afternoon, all at bargain spring prices.

At New England and Western Ski Resorts, Huge Snowfall Beckons Vacationers for Prime March Holidays and Maybe April, May, or Even June

An excellent " What's the Deal?" column rounds up the best travel bargains around the globe, by land, sea and air - and it appears online first.

Visit Ottawa for Canada Day events and activities. Watch fireworks at Parliament Hill, hear music at Major's Hill Park, or visit a demonstration farm with the family.

Edison and Ford, celebrated men and long-time friends chose a sublime piece of paradise, off the Caloosahatchee River, to escape to and have fun in the sun

Those first signs of spring that bring a lift to the heart - here are what prairie dwellers watch for. How does it compare with signs of spring in your area?

For those who don't want a remote ski resort experience, Salt Lake City is a veritable ski Mecca with all the comforts and features of a big city.

There are at least 7 reasons, from travel packages to the joy of snowboarding or skiing in relatively warm weather, that make Spring Break a best time to take a ski trip.

Family ski vacations make great winter getaways, from little ones on the bunny slopes to snowboarding teens. Here are some of the top family ski vacation destinations.

This desert resort for retirees actually has lots of fun indoor and outdoor tourist attractions for children, too.

In Michigan's U.P., snowcat-served, in-bounds backcountry skiing and snowboarding is the latest thing.

Thanksgiving weekend saw the start of the 2007-08 ski season with ski areas opening in Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and California. Several ski resorts also got fresh snow.

Sun-seekers still flock to Spain's Mediterranean coast and its sandy beaches, but they may be surprised at the improvements, especially around Marbella.

While many young people spend Spring Break vacation weeks in warm climates, luxury ski resorts offer some real advantages in March. Christy Sports' manager explains why.

South of the Smoky Mountains National Park, the Cherokee and Nantahala National Forests offer a wealth of summer recreational opportunities, without the crowds.

Destin has sparkling white sand beaches, beautiful emerald green waters, and sunsets that stretch as far as the eye can see. What could be better?

Like many popular resorts, Fort Lauderdale's nightlife crowd keeps discovering new neighborhoods. The newest hotpot is, surprisingly, the Galt Mile.

Weather anchors refer to developing or impending hurricanes using a "category" scale. The categories define in detail potential property damage and flooding.

Juniper Springs, located near Ocala, Fla., is considered by many to be the best campground and recreational facility in all of Central Florida.

Salt Lake City, Utah is a stunning Rocky Mountain destination.Pet friendly hotels welcome the family dog or cat to travel along to this famed city.

Aspens and oaks bring majestic fall color to the Wasatch Range. Take these easy autumn foliage drives from Salt Lake City to see spectacular mountain and canyon scenery.

With seven mountains, from 4,875 feet to 10,465 feet altitude, snow sports at Alta Ski Area are only 45 minutes from the airport. Fly in and ski the same day.

Despite snowboarding's rising popularity, a handful of ski-only resorts still exists in the U.S.

America's top ski resorts continue to open new terrain and add services for the 2007-08 ski and snowboard season.

"Today's typical RV owner is 49 years old, married," says the RVIA of a 2005 survey. But lately she's a single lady taking off on her own or with friends.

The holidays are busy times, and traffic can be crazy. Here are a few tips to help you navigate safely through the holiday rush.

Patti Callahan Henry's Driftwood Summer is an exceptional novel with well-developed characters inspiring empathy and a struggle to save the family bookstore.

The shops of the Galt Ocean Mile are thriving in what was once the worst quarter of the business year, thanks to the revival of an old concept: the block party.

Red roses and candy top the lists of Valentine's Day gifts, however, try writing a love letter or poem filled with famous love quotes to add a special intimate touch.

The Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge is the nation's best birder landing strip, especially during November annual Festival of the Cranes.

From swimming in underwater caves to exploring the winding, cobblestone paths that lead to the Alleyway of the Kiss, Mexico honeymoons offer romance and adventure.

The barrier island of Sanibel, Florida is an ecological preserve. Miles of bike paths and waterways offers inexpensive recreational fun.

Since 1975 Richard McQueeney, better known as "Quick Rick," has been embellishing storefronts on Fort Lauderdale's East Side with hand-painted greetings.

Cheap airfare king Spirit Airlines has begun offering daily nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to Cartagena, Colombia as part of a new campaign.

San Miguel de Allende, a beautiful colonial city in central Mexico, is home to many North Americans. An Audubon chapter fills a need for local and visiting birders.

Inspired by Venice's timeless allure - circus man John Ringling and his wife -created Cà d'Zan along Sarasota Bay. Beauty, whimsey and fun still greet visitors today.

The Dead Sea is not only a popular Holy Land site, but also a place to receive therapeutic services.

Within the context of a one-week visit to the City of Oaxaca, it's often difficult deciding which market(s) to visit. It's now been made a little easier.