Details: Skiing in New Hampshire

GETTING THERE

The village of Jackson is in New Hampshire's White Mountains. Southwest has flights from BWI Marshall to Manchester, N.H. (115 miles south), starting at about $120 round trip.

WHERE TO STAY

Christmas Farm Inn, and Spa, 3 Blitzen Way, 800-443-5837, http://www.christmasfarminn.com. Bed-and-breakfast and an indoor pool. Rates from $130. Two-night $199 special through Dec. 31 (does not include breakfast).

Inn at Thorn Hill, 44 Thorn Hill Rd., 800-289-8990, http://www.innatthornhill.com. Rates from $169 in the carriage house, from $209 in the main inn. Inn rooms have Jacuzzis.

WHERE TO EAT

Thompson House Eatery, 193 Main St., 603-383-9341, http://www.thompsonhouseatery.com. Casual fine dining. Most entrees (including steak, lamb, duck, seafood) about $30.

Shannon Door Pub, Route 16, 603-383-4211, http://www.shannondoor.com. The Celtic House Band plays every Sunday. Single-serving thin-crust pizza is a favorite at $6. Other entrees range from $8.50 to $16.

J-Town Deli & Country Store, 174 Main St., 603-383-8064, http://www.j-towndeli.com Sandwiches and more. Most sandwiches about $6.

WHAT TO DO

Black Mountain Ski Area, Route 16-B, 603-383-4490, http://www.blackmt.com. No-frills downhill skiing. Projected season opening: Dec. 12.

Jackson Ski Touring Foundation, 800-927-6697, http://www.Jacksonxc.org. Cross-country skiing rates: day pass $19, ski rental $16. Supersaver pass (includes day pass, rental, one-hour beginner lesson) $42.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

http://www.jacksonnh.com

-- S.M.