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Fifty Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die

By Chris Santella
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Fifty Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die by Chris Santella is an exhilarating guide that explores some of the most breathtaking ski and snowboard destinations around the world. The book features insights from experts and enthusiasts, offering readers a rich tapestry of thrilling slopes and diverse mountain experiences. It's perfect for those seeking adventure and inspiration for their next winter getaway.
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This book may appeal to you if you're an avid skier or snowboarder seeking inspiration for your next adventure. It takes you on a thrilling journey to some of the world's most breathtaking slopes, offering insights from experts and enthusiasts. Whether you're planning a trip or just dreaming of one, this guide delivers a mix of exciting destinations and engaging experiences.

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Fifty Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die

Fifty Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die - the tenth book in Chris Santella's popular "Fifty Places" series - takes readers on a tour de force of some of the world's most inspiring ski/snowboard areas.

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Fifty Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die—the 10th book in the popular Fifty Places series—takes readers to some of the world's most inspiring skiing and snowboarding destinations: the Chugach Mountains (Alaska); Aspen, Crested Butte, and Steamboat Springs (Colorado); Tuckerman Ravine (New Hampshire); Rusutsu (Japan); Chamonix (France); Portillo (Chile); and Whistler Blackcomb (British Columbia).

Based on interviews with leading experts, the book chronicles the rich history of these sports and the people who have mastered them, including Tommy Moe, Jonny Moseley, Billy Kidd, and Greg Harms. Above all, Santella provides readers with the gorgeous scenery, the glamorous ambience, and the always thrilling experience of visiting mountains from the Alps to the Rockies, whether it's après-ski in Cortina or helicopter rides into virgin Alaskan powder.

Praise for Fifty Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die

"Even the reader who gets no farther than the couch can feel transported to the snow-covered peaks, mogul fields, and sparkling expanses sculpted by the book's avalanche of quirky nuggets, insider tips, and historical perspectives... After writing nine other Fifty Places guides, author Chris Santella has the drill down." - Reuters.com

"Whether you're an expert looking to hit the double diamond moguls or a beginner who wants a gentle slope just in case stopping is an issue, these spots have a little something for everyone." - The Daily Beast

"For powderhounds, Fifty Places to Ski & Snowboard Before You Die by Chris Santella ($25) looks at snow sports destinations around the world." - Associated Press

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Fifty Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die by Chris Santella is praised for its stunning photography and engaging descriptions, which capture the allure of top ski and snowboard destinations worldwide. Readers appreciate how it combines personal anecdotes with practical travel advice, making it both inspirational and informative for winter sports enthusiasts seeking their next adventure.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781617690549

Publisher: Stewart, Tabori & Chang Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 October 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: Stewart, Tabori & Chang Inc

Illustration: 45 colour illustrations

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Matt Hansen

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 189.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 830g

Pages: 224

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Chris Santella Non-Fiction Sports

About the Author

Chris Santella is a freelance writer and marketing consultant based in Portland, Oregon. A regular contributor to the New York Times and Forbes.com, he has also contributed to the New Yorker, Travel & Leisure, Golf, American Lawyer, and Delta Sky. Santella is the author of nine other titles in the Fifty Places series, as well as STC’s Fifty Favorite Fly-Fishing Tales and Why I Fly Fish.

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