3 Vallées – The biggest ski area in the world!
When I talk to people whom I’ve traveled with, it’s pretty clear that we’ve all followed a similar path when it comes to how our ski vacations have progressed over the years. Most of us start...
Author: Mario Daniel
Panorama
If, like me, your idea of the perfect ski vacation includes a little heliskiing, fabulous powder, easy-access off-piste descents, long groomers, relatively stable weather, slopeside accommodations,...
Author: Paul Dubrûle
Chile – Skiing at the other end of the world
It seems like you’ve been literally everywhere. You know Western North America like the back of your hand. Japanese and European Alps Been there, done that. You’ve even stretched out your ski...
Author: Alexis de Gheldere
Austria – Impressions of tyrol
During his many travels, Paul Dubrûle, Gendron Travel’s Ski Sales Director, has visited more than his fair share of ski resorts. Among these, we could easily dedicate an entire chapter to...
Author: Alexis de Gheldere
Val Gardena and Moena – Undeniably perfect
Considering the Dolomites for your next ski trip Great choice! This unique mountain range in northeastern Italy is exceptionally beautiful, as are the villages and valleys it shelters. No matter...
Author: Jean-Luc Brassard
Zermatt and Verbier – Always breathtaking
Ah, Switzerland—a country of high snowy peaks and glaciers, where skiing is a both a tradition and a source of tremendous pride for its inhabitants! The immense ski area of Zermatt happens to be...
Author: Caroline Samson
Hakuba valley – Worlds apart from the rest
In the last few years, Japan has become quite a popular destination among Quebec skiers. Its legendary powder snow, onsens, exotic appeal, fabulous cuisine and big modern cities are just a few of the...
Author: Paul Dubrûle
Tignes and Val d’Isère – A legendary duo
Located in the Savoie region, the vast Tignes and Val d'Isère ski area—also known as Espace Killy—is a big part of the reason the French Alps are so renown. As long as you keep a map of this...
Author: Marc Boucher
Chamonix – What more could you ask for?
Once you arrive at the Geneva airport (most likely after a direct flight), less than an hour of scenic highway separates you from a spectacular incursion into the high mountains. After you’ve taken...
Author: Jean-Luc Brassard
Vermont and Maine – Killington, Stowe, Jay Peak, Sugarloaf and Sugarbush
Feel like taking a little trip over to New England Here are just a few places you might want to consider. STOWE Although we’d consider it on the higher end of New England’s resorts, Stowe...
Author: Alain Bisson
Jackson Hole – Nothing else compares
When a friend of mine recently asked me to describe my experience at Jackson Hole, the first word that came to mind was WOW! This simple word perfectly sums up how I feel about this mountain. After...
Author: Mario Daniel
Vail et Breckenridge – Second to none!
From the moment you open your eyes in the morning, ready to enjoy the most mind-blowing mountain experience, to the end of the day, when it’s time to wind down for a little après-ski relaxation by...
Author: Philippe Marquis
Aspen Snowmass – For thrill-seekers and families alike!
Chris Davenport is undisputedly one of America's greatest skiers. Over the years, he has won several freeride events, and has even skied down Mount Everest! While he continues to be a member of the...
Author: Paul Dubrûle
Laurentians – World-class skiing, right here at home
Tremblant To enjoy a dazzling view of the Laurentians and ski on a world-renowned mountain, there’s no better place than Tremblant. Equipped with a powerful snowmaking system, Tremblant’s four...
Author: Marc Boucher
Salt Lake City – So much to love
Did you know that I started my career at Gendron Travel working as a destination rep in Salt Lake City In 1988 and 1989, along with my good friend Normand Perrier, I was on skis almost every day,...
Author: Paul Dubrûle
Quebec – Quebec’s amazing destinations
There’s no doubt about it—Quebec skiers are blessed to have tons of extraordinary ski resorts to choose from, right in their own back yard! MONT-SAINTE-ANNE Two faces to explore, groomed trails...
Author: Alain Bisson
Chic-Chocs – Local adventure of the highest caliber
Did you know that when it comes to the quantity and quality of snow, the Gaspésie region has just as much to offer as the Rockies… and even the Alps Every winter, I make sure I have the time to...
Author: Lydiane autour du monde
Sun Peaks – More bang for your buck
As the second largest ski area in Canada, Sun Peaks has so much to offer its visitors: three mountains, trails for skiers of every level, bowls, snow parks, abundant snowfall, impeccable trail...
Author: Marc Boucher
Fernie – For the powder and that true western vibe
A favourite among powder hounds and deemed as the biggest destination in the Canadian Rockies for bowls, Fernie Alpine Resort features terrain that is sure to please a wide range of ski...
Author: Caroline Samson
Kicking Horse – Couloir Heaven
Mention Kicking Horse and the unbelievable couloirs of this fabulous resort are sure to be the first thing that comes to mind. In fact, no other place has this many burly alpine couloirs packed so...
Author: Alain Bisson
