With the construction of the new Aerial Tram opening in December 2008, just in time for ski season, Jackson Hole, Wyoming is offering great winter deals and snowsports packages everyone will love.

For those who love skiing, Jackson Hole's Spring Creek Ranch (800/443-6139 or 307/733-8833) is offering a "Ski Free" package starting in late November, 2008 through April 1st, 2009. For prices starting at $295/N, guests will receive up to two lift tickets per day to Grand Targhee Resort (307/353-2300) or Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (307/733-2292) and complimentary shuttle service to town and to the ski areas.

Spring Creek Ranch offers its guests a choice to stay in one on the hotel's suites, studios, condos or executive homes. Amenities include fireplaces, high-speed internet as well as access to the hotel's outdoor heated pool, tennis courts and spa. Note: this year, Grand Targhee opens November 16th and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is scheduled to open November 29th.

If you want to enjoy nature inside and out, book a visit to Hotel Terra Jackson Hole (800/631-6281 or 307/739-4000). This eco-friendly hotel is offering a "Ski Green" package November 29th through April 4th, 2008. With the "Ski Green" package, guests will receive 4 nights lodging in an eco-friendly Terra Guest Room, which features a 9-foot-tall ceiling, double vanity bathroom, flat screen HiDefinition TV, complimentary wireless access and the "Terra Bed" with a 100% organic mattress. All Hotel Terra Jackson Hole rooms include 100% organic cotton sheets, towels, bathmats and bathrobes. Daily breakfast at Terra Cafe and a 3 day lift ticket for two is also included. Package rates start between $229/N and $571/N depending on dates of stay.

Located at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and steps away from the new Aerial Tram, Teton Mountain Lodge and Spa (800/631-6271) is offering three great packages for couples and for families from November 29th, 2008 through April 4th, 2009. The resort offers to all an indoor heated pool and spa, fitness center, full-service bar, daily housekeeping and in-room dining and grocery delivery.

Couples -- with or without the kids -- can enjoy the resorts "Weak in the Knees" package, offering two days of private guided skiing (or lessions), daily lift tickets, an in-suite three course dinner prepared by a private chef (including champagne and truffles), as well as a 90-minute couples massage. Prices range from $1,327/N to $1,930/N for three nights depending on dates of stay.

Familes can select the "Family Freedom Package" and have one-on-one fun and togetherness. Adults can hit the slopes while the children have three days of ski school. This package includes four hours of babysitting service for one night and a dinner for two at Cascade Grill House and Spirits. Prices range from $625/N to $1,185/N for two adults and two children (under the age of 6) depending on dates of stay.

However, Jackson Hole isn't all about hitting the slopes and Teton Mountain Lodge and Spa knows that, so they created the "Winter Wonderland" package. The non-skiiers in your family can enjoy the breathtaking Yellowstone ecosystem including, a winter wildlife safari, a snowmobile tour of national forest backcountry along with breakfast each day. Prices start at $444/N to $703/N depending on dates of stay.

Remember to take of advantage of the historic arrival of a new Aerial Tram coming to Jackson Hole in December, 2008. Twice the size of the original, the new Aerial Tram will have modern cabins and be more efficent and faster than its predecessor.

by Michelle Manetti

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