Overall the city is surrounded by Avon, Heathcote and Waimakariri Rivers, and the Canterbury Plains. The climate is considered to be temperate, with cool and mild summers (maximum temperature 23°C/73.4°F), and cold and frosty winters (temperatures fall below 0°C/32°F frequently).
One of the biggest ski areas near Christchurch is Mt Olympus. It is situated in the Craigieburn Range (in the heart of Southern Alps) and is a 2 hour drive from Christchurch at 128 km/79 mi. The site is open from mid July to mid October and offers a great destination for the lovers of off-piste/back country skiing.
Mt Olympus is mainly addressed to intermediate and advanced skiers, with many natural jumps and chutes, a varied terrain, a lot of challenging trails and a 450 m/1476 ft vertical drop. There are four rope tows to transfer you up the slopes. Enjoy the breathtaking alpine view!
Mount Baldy is located in San Bernardino County, on Mount San Antonio (aka Mount Baldy), California, USA. The city is located only 45 mi/72.4 km from Los Angeles.
Canyon Ski Area lies on the banks of the Red Deer River. It is situated 9 km/5 mi east of Red Deer, Alberta, Canada, along the David Thompson Highway. It is one of the most appropriate Canadian places for those who want to have fun and escape from the daily routine. So, visit this spot as soon as possible and enjoy yourself in all fields.
Sierra Nevada's ski resort lies on the Veleta peak, in the Granada part of the mountain. Your starting point is Pradollano. From there, the first lifts take you to the main hub, Borreguiles, at about 457 m / 1500 ft above the main village. From there, up the hill starts the Loma de Dilar track.
Mont Video is the best, all year round, tourist destination in Abitibi-Temiscamingue for those who want to feel what is called, best vacations. This spot offers to its visitors a variety of winter activities, a friendly atmosphere and plenty of rest. This place is addressed to all ages.
The old fashion Scandinavian mean of transport, the ski joring re-appears in nowadays winter ski resorts but currently as a funny and exciting sport activity.
Mont Habitant is a mountain, located in the Laurentides, Saint Sauveur and it is only a 45 minute drive away from Montreal. It is a well-known ski resort, which attracts many people from all over the world every year. It is widely known that Mont Habitant is the best family ski area. Mont Habitant is also the first ski area to offer ski classes for children.
Te Anau is a small town, situated in Fiordland region, in the South Island of New Zealand.
Arrowtown is a small, former gold-mining town, situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand. It is only 20 min drive from Queenstown (connected through Shotover Gorge) and lies on the banks of Arrow River, one of the richest sources of gold in the 1860's.
Wanaka is a small town in Central Otago in the South Island of New Zealand, situated on the south side of Lake Wanaka.
Queenstown is considered by many sportsmen as the capital of extreme sports and adventure activities. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand.
Cromwell is a small town, situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand. It lies on the shores of Lake Dunstan and is located only at 34 mi/55 km from Wanaka and 38 mi/62 km from Queenstown.
Christchurch is situated in Canterbury region in the South Island, and is the second largest city of New Zealand. It represents the getaway to Antarctica, while lying next to Pegasus Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
Queenstown is considered by many sportsmen as the capital of extreme sports and adventure activities. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand.
Queenstown is considered by many sportsmen as the capital of extreme sports and adventure activities. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand.
