Once the haunt of the wealthy, who flocked here by the thousands to escape the summer heat of Philadelphia and other cities, Eagles Mere is now a tiny village of about 150 year-round residents.
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The West's Great White Way More than 30 feet of snow a year on average makes North and South Tahoe locks for lovers of snowboarding, alpine and downhill skiing.
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Slopes With the Most Explore mountain towns and resorts that quicken hearts with breathtaking downhill runs and warm, welcoming locals.
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Holidays in the Finnish Laplands The Finnish Laplands cover 24.5 million acres -- 23.7 acres of which is forest -- more than 500 miles north of Helsinki. With its snow covered pine trees and miles of ski trails, the Laplands have become an "in" destination for Europeans to spend the Christmas holidays.
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Powder-Packed Ski 2005 From North California to Quebec, snow is falling and begs to be enjoyed on skis, snowboards and, sometimes, butts and faces.
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Celebrating Winter Countries like Canada, Japan and the United States greet the cold of winter with warmth and festivities.