beach bum
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My buddy and I are planning on taking a 4 day trip up to Vermont for the 1st time. I think we finally settled on Sugarbush for our 1st trip to VT due to terrain and proximity to Burlington Airport. We were also looking at Jays but lodging availability got real slim. I've been reading through some posts on here and I was hoping I could get some insight on a couple questions before we lock anything down. The dates we are looking at are January 9-13th. We are looking for some tree skiing, some groomers, a decent happy hour bar, not a crazy crowded resort, and hopefully some fresh snow.
1. Why haven't the posted lift ticket pricing yet? Do they usually offer some multi-day discounts and/or ski stay package that are reasonable?
2. We are planning on renting a car and the prices almost double for 4 wheel drive. Under normal winter conditions(No "Named Winter Storm" bearing down) could we make it to the mountain with a standard rental car or should we plan on just getting a 4 wheel drive.
3. Around what time do VT resorts have 100% terrain open? I know each year can be drastically different but are dates are somewhat flexible and we only picked early Jan because we are anxious for a ski trip. We're hoping by then there will be a decent base and close to 100%
Thanks for any insight and cheers to a cold and snowy winter.
1. Why haven't the posted lift ticket pricing yet? Do they usually offer some multi-day discounts and/or ski stay package that are reasonable?
2. We are planning on renting a car and the prices almost double for 4 wheel drive. Under normal winter conditions(No "Named Winter Storm" bearing down) could we make it to the mountain with a standard rental car or should we plan on just getting a 4 wheel drive.
3. Around what time do VT resorts have 100% terrain open? I know each year can be drastically different but are dates are somewhat flexible and we only picked early Jan because we are anxious for a ski trip. We're hoping by then there will be a decent base and close to 100%
Thanks for any insight and cheers to a cold and snowy winter.