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Thanks to these ski resort activities, a trip to the snow can be a blast even if your idea of a good time doesn\u2019t involve ski boots.<\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s more to a winter holiday than skiing and you don\u2019t need to strap into a pair of boots and speed down a slope to enjoy the snow. From powder-dusted forests that beg to be explored to woodland critters yearning for attention and charming bartenders who craft perfect cocktails \u2014 here are six things worth a trip to the snow.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Enjoy good food and drinks with apr\u00e8s skiing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is said that to have a successful ski vacation, all you need is a hotel, chairlift and a bar, and we tend to agree. Literally translating to \u2018after skiing\u2019, this time-tested tradition of enjoying good food and drink after a day on the slopes is as much a part of skiing culture as actual skiing itself. Join in the tradition and celebrate any evening, afternoon or midday on the mountains with a drink or two in hand. This elevated affair has found a home in every high-altitude corner of the globe. And unlike the runs, a good time is not dependent on the unpredictable weather. You have worked hard, now play hard.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommended mountains:<\/strong> Most pistes lead to a collection of apr\u00e8s-ski watering holes, but you can\u2019t go wrong with the bustling bars found at Thredbo in New South Wales<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Venture off the beaten path with dogsledding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Go on an adventure like no other as you mush your own dogsledding team through awe-evoking winter vistas. Travelling by the power of several Siberian huskies, you will traverse the fresh dusting of snow and slice through towering mountains under a warm blanket \u2014accompanied by the soft thuds of furry four-legged paws.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommended mountain: <\/strong>Led by an experienced guide, you can venture off the beaten path and discover the special bond between human and husky on an unforgettable experience in Victoria<\/a>‘s Mt Buller. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Fun for all ages with tobogganing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Prepare to give yourself over to the mercy of gravity as you hurtle brakeless down a dedicated hill atop a toboggan. Originally used as transportation, tobogganing and tubing have since been adapted into an adrenalin-inducing winter activity.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommended mountain: <\/strong>Good fun for all ages, this rite of passage is best enjoyed at the safe and sheltered location of Possum Flat, Mount Hotham in Victoria<\/a>, on a fresh dusting of powder. At the bottom, you\u2019ll also find plenty of space to build snowmen and snow castles and engage in snowball fights.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Get your pulse racing on a snowmobile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are looking for the ultimate adventure through snow-covered pastures, dramatic valleys, and frozen peaks, join a qualified guide on an exhilarating snowmobile tour. Throw on a helmet, take to the thick blanket of snow and prepare to blast through more powder in a day than in a lifetime of skiing.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommended mountain: <\/strong>With hundreds of kilometres of trails and fresh powdery terrain to explore, opt to tackle the vast back-country playground of Falls Creek<\/a> \u2014 from Mt McKay and the Summit to the Ruined Castle and Road. Are you ready to rev your engines and get your pulse racing?  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Explore the unique winter wilderness with wildlife spotting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are an avid photographer or an animal lover, winter is a fantastic season to spot wildlife. With the leaves fallen and a thick white blanket of snow covering the landscape, now is the time to brave the cold and witness magnificent creatures in their natural habitats. Better still, you won\u2019t need a superzoom lens to appreciate the beauty. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommended mountain:  <\/strong>Home to one of Tasmania<\/a>\u2019s two premier ski fields, Ben Lomond National Park is a stark, treeless landscape dominated by an alpine plateau over 1,500 metres high. On a wildlife-spotting hike, you may stumble across Bennett\u2019s wallabies, wombats, pademelons, and Forester kangaroos, as well as potoroos, echidnas, and platypus.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Treat yourself at a resort spa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Looking for a welcome break from the cold? Swap on-slope action for rest and rejuvenation at one of the many spa retreats across Australia\u2019s ski resorts. Deep-tissue massages are geared to treat sore muscles, while facials target skin dehydrated by the high altitude. Take pampering to the next level with private spa suites, beautifying rituals, anti-aging skincare and hot-stone treatments. Add personalised packages that make the most of local mineral salts and scrubs, and you might spend the rest of your vacation inside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommended mountain: <\/strong>After an exhilarating day on the slopes, hunker down in one of Perisher Ski Resort\u2019s peaceful spa havens for some renewing downtime in New South Wales<\/a>. Tend to ravaged skin with the latest skincare, promote natural healing with intensive destressing rituals or improve flexibility with gentle yoga.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking for more inspiration? Check out Australia’s Best Ski Resorts<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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