The Best Ski Resorts for Families

EWING, N.J., Oct. 28, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Family Vacation Critic, TripAdvisor's family travel site, has released its annual list of the Best Ski Resorts for Families, this time naming the best resorts for the 2015-2016 ski season. Editors of the site chose the list based on a number of family-specific factors, including special programs for kids, lessons and slopes for all ages and skill levels, and money-saving packages and promotions.

"Choosing a ski destination for the family isn't as simple as just heading for the nearest mountain – families need a resort that offers a safe environment for every age, while also offering enough to keep everyone entertained," explained Lissa Poirot, editor-in-chief of Family Vacation Critic. "For families with skiers of different skill levels, the most important thing to look for is a resort that offers lessons, trails and programs to best meet the individual needs. Beyond that, convenience is key, and resorts that offer plenty to do beyond the slopes – whether it's kids' clubs, family activities or even an indoor pool – always stand out as being ideal for families."

This year's list of winners includes:

• Okemo Mountain Resort – Ludlow, VT
  Family Perk: Kids Night Out -- a childcare program for ages 6 months to 6 years -- and Kids' Night Out X for ages 7 to 12 years, offering age-specific activities like pizza, movies, swimming and skating.
  
  
• Stratton Mountain Ski Resort – Stratton, VT
  Family Perk: Group ski lessons for ages 3 to adult, customized by age group.
  
  
• Camelback Mountain Resort – Tannersville, PA
  Family Perk: Ski and snowboard lessons, tubing, two terrain parks and a mountain coaster.
  
  
• Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort – Hancock, MA
  Family Perk: Ski and snowboard lessons are available to kids ages 3 to 14, and include lunch and hot chocolate breaks.
  
  
• Beaver Creek Resort – Beaver Creek, CO
  Family Perk: Beaver Creek Loves Kids and Beaver Creek Loves Teens programs for families, including pizza parties, arts and crafts, and mountain excursions.
  
  
• Badger Pass Ski Area – Yosemite National Park, CA
  Family Perk: Badger Pups Downhill Ski/Snowboard Program includes two lessons for kids 4 to 6, and an All Day Kids Camp is available on holidays and weekends.
  
  
• Greek Peak Mountain Resort – Courtland, NY
  Family Perk: Junior Ride and Ski School for kids as young as 3 years of age, and an on-site Youth Center with plasma TVs, an arcade and more.
  
  
• Smugglers' Notch – Jeffersonville, VT
  Family Perk: Lessons for all age groups, plus a FamilyFest Package that includes lodging, lift tickets, activities and more.
  
  
• Northstar California Resort – Truckee, CA
  Family Perk: Teen Alley, with video games, music, movies and special events.
  
  
• Aspen/Snowmass Ski Resort – Snowmass Village, CO
  Family Perk: New Kids Ski Free promotion for the 2015/2016 season, and a Very Important Kids program with free activities for kids and a meal discount for families.

For more information, visit Family Vacation Critic's full list of the Best Ski Resorts for Families.

About Family Vacation Critic
Family Vacation Critic^® is a comprehensive online travel resource for families that offers reviews of family hotels, resort and destinations. The site features vacation ideas, family travel tips and an online forum for family travelers. Family Vacation Critic is published by The Independent Traveler, Inc., a subsidiary of TripAdvisor, Inc.

About TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor, Inc. TRIP manages and operates websites under 23 other travel media brands: www.airfarewatchdog.com, www.bookingbuddy.com, www.cruisecritic.com, www.everytrail.com, www.familyvacationcritic.com, www.flipkey.com, www.thefork.com (including www.lafourchette.com, www.eltenedor.com, www.iens.nl, www.besttables.com and www.dimmi.com.au), www.gateguru.com, www.holidaylettings.co.uk, www.holidaywatchdog.com, www.independenttraveler.com, www.jetsetter.com, www.niumba.com, www.onetime.com, www.oyster.com, www.seatguru.com, www.smartertravel.com, www.tingo.com, www.travelpod.com, www.tripbod.com, www.vacationhomerentals.com, www.viator.com, and www.virtualtourist.com. 

Media Contact:
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aubrey@familyvacationcritic.com
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