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Gstaad's alter ego

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A personal narrative is presented describing a skier's experiences of discovering the town of Saanen in the Saanenland region of Switzerland. He feels that Saanen, which is just outside Gstaad, is the alter-ego of the glamorous and expensive resort.

Switzerland, Ski resorts, Gstaad, Switzerland

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Backcountry adventures

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Twenty-one of the best places for backcountry adventure skiing in North America are described. The attractions of this type of skiing holiday including the calmness and simplicity are presented.

Brief Article, North America

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Hut, hut, hike: 15 top backcountry trips: Dime-store prices, world-class turns: You don't need a bird to fly you to paradise. Just hoist a pack, click in, and get a move on

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15 great backcountry ski trips are listed with pertinent information, including contact, location, cost, access, difficulty, guiding, food, and perk information.

United States, Canada, Amusement and recreation, not elsewhere classified, Skiing Facilities, Ski Areas

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