North Conway Named Most Affordable Ski Destination in the NorthEast

Article copied from the 2012-2013 Season New Hampshire Winter Guide, published by Salmon Press Newspapers :

“TripAdvisor’s Inaugural Ski Destination Cost Comparison Intex Reveals Top Resorts in U.S. and Canada Where Travelers Can Hit the Slopes and Save. North Conway comes in most affordable in Northeast and #2 in the U.S.

 

TripAdvisor, the world’s lagest travel review site launched its inaugural TripIndex Ski – a cost comparison of 20 popular ski destinations across the United States and Canada. North Conway, NH was deemed the least expensive ski destination in the Northeast and the second least expensive destination for skiing in the U.S.

TripAdvisor’s TripIndex Ski presents the combined cost of one night’s hotel accommodation, a basic ski rental package, a one-day lift tickets, a local meal and a bottle/glass of beer at top ski destinations. Salt Lake City, Utah came in as the most affordable ski destination, with a total TripIndex Ski cost of $238.58. Yet North Conway scored just over a dollar higher on TripAdvisor’s TripIndex Ski at $239.88, making the price between two top contenders negligible. With a price tag of $746, Vail, Colorado emerged as the priciest ski spot in the country.

“For travelers who are looking for a snowy escape, TripIndex Ski provides an easy way to compare the most popular ski destinations across North America,” said Karen Drake, senior direction of communications at TripAdvisor. “TripIndex Ski is a useful tool for travelers who are looking to get the best bang for their buck this winter season”.

According to TripAdvisor, the TripIndex Ski prices out the following items in each destination : Per night cost of a hotel (between December 2011 and March 2012 within 5 miles of the destination), cost of a lift ticket, cost of a meal (burger and fries from 3 local restaurants on or near the mountain) and cost of an alcoholic drink (domestic beer at 3 local pubs on or near the mountain).

Prices were collected through a variety of research methods, and apply to travel between December 2011 and March 2012. The “basket” of items is representative of the common items many travelers will purchase while on a ski vacation says TripAdvisor.

“It means a lot to us to learn that TripAdvisor, a trusted trip planning resource for travelers, has recognized that North Conway and the surrounding region offers and affordable ski destination,” said Janice Crawford, Executive Direction of the Mt Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce. “With 13 ski resorts and XC centers all offering great skiing and value, skiers need look no further than the Northeast’s most affordable ski destination this winter,” finished Crawford. All of Mt Washington VAlley’s ski resorts are making snow around the clock as temperatures allow and plan to be open for Christmas week (the week between Christmas and New Year). Six out of seven are presently open.”

At Cranmore Mountain Lodge, room rates start from $89 per night for the whole winter season, and we offer many different ski & stay packages options with different ski resorts. You can find all these packages by clicking here.

Cranmore Mountain – Just 1 mile from us

Attitash Mountain – 15 minutes from us

Black Mountain – 15 minutes from us

Jackson x-country Foundation – 15 minutes from us

Wildcat Mountain – 35 minutes from us

Great Glen Trails – 35 minutes from us

Bretton Woods – 45 minutes from us

 

All Inclusive Cranmore Ski & Play Package – Season 2012-2013

Claire, our daughter, learning to ski on Cranmore

We are only 1 mile away from Cranmore Mountain Ski Resort, with its 11 lifts including a high speed detachable quad and a fixed grip quad chairlift, 200 acres of skiable acreage with extra-beginner terrain, a larger tubing park (increased from 7 to 10 lanes), a mountain coaster, a giant swing and an indoor adventure center!

OPTION 1 – The quick getaway! Starting from $168 + tax (Click here for detailed pricing)  1 night stay at Cranmore Mountain Lodge for 2 in the room of your choice Full country breakfast cooked-to-order – (Full gluten free menu available at no extra charge) Afternoon hot cocoa 2 adult lift tickets for Cranmore Mountain Optional 2 tickets for 2-hour tubing or 3 rides on the Mountain Coaster for Cranmore Mountain (add $20 per person – available weekend & Holidays only) A Valley Pass for discount on dining, or/and horseback riding/sleigh ride If you are driving a hybrid car, you’ll get a $20 voucher towards a future stay with us and valid for 6 months (come back in Summer!)

OPTION 2 – For 2 or more nights – SAVE MORE $$$Starting from $306 + tax (Click here for detailed pricing) 2 night stay at Cranmore Mountain Lodge for 2 in the room of your choice Full country breakfast cooked to order every morning – (Full gluten free menu available at no extra charge) Afternoon hot cocoa 2 tickets for 2-hour tubing or good for 3 rides on the Mountain Coaster at Cranmore Mountain (available weekend & Holidays only) 2 adult lift tickets for Cranmore Mountain A $30 voucher for a dinner at one of the Valley Originals’ Restaurants A VIP card to shop at Settlers’ Green outlet Stores for extra savings A Valley Pass for discount on dining, or/and horseback riding/sleigh ride. If you are driving a hybrid car, you’ll get a $20 voucher towards a future stay with us and valid for 6 months (come back in Summer!) Too many things to do? Optional 3rd night with a 10% discount Optional FREE vouchers to go tubing/x-country skiing/snowshoeing at Great Glen Trails Optional discounted lift and tubing vouchers for additional children or adults in the room, or for an additional day of snow fun!

When is the package available?
Any time, from the opening of Cranmore Mountain to the end of the 2013 ski season! No Blackout dates! For a midweek stay (Sunday through Thursday) you can also check out our Midweek Ski & Stay Package!

Conditions:Advanced reservation only – 50% lodging deposit asked at reservation – Subject to availability – Rates are double occupancy for all rooms except two bedroom suites (4 persons) – Room 19 , Suite 12, Suite 24 and Suite 25 are dog friendly, additional fee applies for a dog – Gluten free breakfast available at no charge upon request at reservation, only if you are gluten intolerant – Cannot be combined with another offer or discount

Tubing is also available for those who just want to play in the the snow!

Last Minute June 2012

The weather is looking excellent for this coming weekend,  and it is also our first Annual Music & Arts Festival in North Conway Village (check out “Voices & Colors“). Take advantage of this special promo on selected rooms, before these rooms are booked by someone else!

20% OFF A TWO-NIGHT STAY JUNE 29 & JUNE 30, 2012 – PROMO CODE: VOICESANDCOLORS

Room 2 (The Babe Ruth Room) with 1 king bed

Room 7 with 1 king bed

Suite 17 with 1 queen bed and a jacuzzi tub for two

Room 21 with 1 queen bed

This offer is valid only on the above rooms. You must mention the promo code to get the discount. Book online only (follow the room links above). Reservations are non-refundable in case of cancellation.

“Voices & Colors”, a Music & Arts Festival

AN EVENT PRODUCED BY

 FREDDIE PROCYK OF CRANMORE MOUNTAIN LODGE AND JESSICA ZARENKO OF CABERNET INN
with assistance from The Mt Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Bureau

 Cranmore Mountain Lodge
Enjoy listening to  traditional Folk music by
The Mountain Top Music Center Old Time String Band 
in the setting of a cozy B&B

The Metropolitan Coffee House
Listen to Italian Music as you enjoy authentic, homemade Italian Gelato, cakes, pastries and coffee drinks

Red Jacket Mountain View Resort and Waterpark
June 29, 9-11:00pm – Enjoy solo guitarist and singer Jim Conners at their Red Ridge Grill
June 30, 8 to 9pm – Kids performer and family fun time musician Bob Rutherford with adult music to follow

Red Parka Pub & Steakhouse
June 29,  9-12:30 – Amorphous 
June 30, 9-12:30 – Full Circle
July 1, 4-7 – Bennett & Perkins

Stone Mountain Arts Center
June 29 – Billy Bragg Up Close and Personal
June 30 – Wine, Dine, and Diva .. A Really, Really Fun Wine Dinner

World Fellowship
June 30, 7:30pm – Baroque & Renaissance Dance

Bartlett Inn Art Gallery
June 29 – July 1, 11am to 5pm View original Oil and Watercolor paintings
of the White Mountains by New England artists

Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center
June 29, 7:30 pm – “You Can’t Kill Stephen King,” an independent film 
June 30, 7:30 pm – Enjoy the new Fryeburg Academy band, Junco, that has a “softer Dave Matthews Band” sound.

Fields of Ambrosia
June 29, 1pm-5pm & June 30, 10am-4pm. Design your signature scent from a single note to a symphony of fragrance and receive a free perfume bottle with your THE ART OF PERFUMERY purchase.

302 West Smokehouse
June 29 – Rek’lis a Trois
June 30 – Cooped Up

Margarita Grill
July 1 SHOL Sunday
an evening of acoustic music, local art, handmade crafts and tastings of local food and beverages

Mt. Washington Valley Arts Association
Local artists will be painting scenes around North Conway Village
Come watch as their talent comes alive on the canvas

Omni Mount Washington Resort
June 29 – 9pm-Midnight “Side Show” a 4-piece band playing Classic Rock
Located in “The Cave” 
June 30 – 9pm-Midnight
“Those Guys” a 3-piece band playing Contemporary Rock & Regga
Located in “The Cave”
July 1 – 2pm-5pm
Live from the Lawn
Jeremy Dean & Heather Pierson Duo” playing smooth tunes of all genres, including rock, pop, blues and jazz
Located on the Presidential Patio of our Spa/Conference Center
 Picnic lunches will be sold with drink service provided by the Stickney’s Restaurant.

White Mountain Hotel 
Live Piano Music in Ledges Dining Room:
Friday, June 29th –  Michael Jewell – playing from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Saturday, June 30-  Heather Pierson – playing from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Sunday, July 1st –   Michael Jewell – playing Sunday Brunch from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm

CALLING ALL PERFORMERS, ARTISANS, etc.
 If you would like to get involved please contact Freddie Procyk at 356-2044.
We may be able to find a venue for you to get exposure

ATTITASH MOUNTAIN RESORT PACKAGE

June 16 to September 3, 2012

(Attitash Mt’s attractions open on Memorial Day weekend but the package is available only starting June 16)

Just 15 minutes away from us, Attitash Mountain offers an array of summer activities that your family will enjoy: A mile long Alpine Slide, an Scenic Mountain Coaster, 20 miles of Mountain Bike Trails for all abilities (including 27 downhill trails and 8 cross-country trails), Waterslides, a Scenic Chair lift Ride, a Eurobungy Trampoline, a climbing wall and more…

Our Package includes:

• Two night stay for two in the room of your choice

• Full country breakfast cooked-to-order each morning (full gluten free breakfast available at no extra charge)

• 2 Full day tickets including unlimited use of the Mountain Coaster, Alpine Slide, Aquaboggan Waterslides, Sidewinder Waterslide, Buddy Bear’s Playpool, Scenic Chair Ride, Eurobungy Trampoline, Climbing Wall and Mountain Biking (downhill and cross-country – does not include rental equipment)

• A VIP card to go tax-free shopping the Settlers’ Green Outlet Stores
• Exclusive coupons from our partners

• A Valley Pass for discounts to area restaurants, horseback riding, gift shop…
• if you are driving a hybrid car, you’ll get a $20 voucher towards a future stay with us and valid for 6 months

 

Pricing (includes taxes – for 2 people – gratuities not included):

From June 16 to June 28, 2012 :

• In Room 5, Room 10: $266.94

• In Room 3, Room 4, Room 11, Room 22: $319.26
• In Room 1, Room 6, Room 9, Room 20, Room 21, Room 23: $351.96
• In Room 2, Room 7, Room 8, Room 19 : $365.04
• In Suite 17, Suite 25: $395.56

From June 29 to September 3, 2012 :

• In Room 5, Room 10: $266.94 (midweek) – $310.54 (weekends & Holidays)

• In Room 3, Room 4, Room 11, Room 22 : $319.26 (midweek) – $362.86 (weekends & Holidays)
• In Room 1, Room 6, Room 9, Room 20, Room 21, Room 23 : $351.96 (midweek) – $395.56 (weekends & Holidays)
• In Room 2, Room 7, Room 8, Room 19 : $365.04 (midweek) – $408.64 (weekends & Holidays)
• In Suite 25 : $395.56 (midweek) – $439.16 (weekends & Holidays)
• In Suite 17 : $417.36 (midweek) – $460.96 (weekends & Holidays)