Four Winter Getaways in the Virginia Mountains!

Everything in life is better when experienced with friends and family, including winter sports! Four winter adventures in Virginia are sure to bring it all together:

1. Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains, Bryce Resort in Bayse is a 400-acre member-owned resort that is open to the public and is known throughout the mid-Atlantic region as being the most family-oriented resort in Virginia. Facilities include the main Lodge — with Coleman's Restaurant and Braxton's Bar — that overlooks the magestic Allegheny Mountains. Other areas of interest include the Ski Cafeteria, Ski Boutique and the Ski School. Skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing happen throughout the winter season. You can visit nearby Shenandoah Caverns, American Celebration on Parade, and The Yellow Barn, all on one combination ticket, and perhaps even at a discount!
2. The Homestead in Hot Springs is 3,000 acres of fun! This family-friendly resort offers something for everyone, and with its inclusiveness, there's no need to leave! Depending on the weather, your agenda can include skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and snow tubing, or perhaps horseback riding or trout fishing. On-site dining for the evening can be enjoyed at The Dining Room, where you'll relax to live music and even dance, if you want to. Check into The Homestead KidsClub for supervised children's programs. Dedicated golfers swing year 'round, and The Homestead boasts some of the most challenging and historic courses in the country. For the ladies, the Spa Resort is historic hot springs luxury. Rejuvenate with a mineral bath, massage, pedicure or a host of other services.
3. Plan a strategic heartwarming retreat to 4,000 feet when you extend your weekend at Wintergreen Resort.You might be surprised to find golf, tennis, loads of fun for the kids, and shopping for the ladies! It's an all-inclusive four season family escape.There are 25 slopes and trails for your skiing pleasure, plus snowboarding and tubing. Check out The Plunge, Virginia's biggest snowtubing area boasting 10 lanes 900 feet long! Ladies, take the chill off at The Wintergarden Spa with an herbal body wrap. Gents, peep the Out of Bounds Adventure Center. There you'll find paintball, a climbing tower and more. A good barbecue lunch can be found at Black Bear Cafe near Wintergarden Spa, or visit The Edge, another casual atmosphere and menu. For night skiers, 14 slopes are lit just for you! Make a night of it! Have a nice breakfast at The Copper Mine before leaving the resort for Wintergreen Winery, about 9 miles away.
4. All four seasons are grand at Massanutten, but snow coupled with the holidays make it extra special in winter. There's so much to do at Massanutten Resort that you might not know where to start. Get the lay of the land and grab a bite to eat at Woodstone Deli & Pizzeria. If you're interested in night skiing, there are 14 lit trails awaiting you! And with 1,110 feet of vertical, Massanutten's slopes are the longest in Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania!

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