If you are looking for snow, I know an awful lot about Colorado. There are tons of rentals up in different towns with ski resorts. Let me know if you are interested and I will see if I can dig up some info for you.

We can do a house swap next March. That time of year we are trying to get away from the snow.

I can tell you about Montana. We have lots of good spring skiing around here. But we aren’t really on the west cost.

don’t know myself…but I’ll ask DH as he’s been there.
We get plenty of the white cr@p here that I don’t normally need to go in search of it…unless my mom is here. ha ha then we have to drive up to Loveland ski area for her to see some and as soon as she leaves it snows.

I’ve never been to Tahoe and we went to Big Bear after the snow was gone. Have you looked into anything in Utah? Park City is where a lot of my family and friends went when I was a kid. They held some of the Winter Olympic events there in 2002 - lots of things to do and there’s some great shopping too. I know you are overwhelmed with info… but here is a website to check out if you get a chance… http://www.parkcityinfo.com/index.asp Jackson Hole, Wyoming is also a great place to go for snow. Good luck!

congratulations on the photo contest!

I don’t know anything about vacations, I’m a vacation loser, but thanks for asking, because I’m learning from the answers!

I know nothing of Big Bear, but I love Lake Tahoe. Of course, my experience is pre-children days, so perhaps I’m not a good gauge. We stayed on the California side, and the weather, food, and environment were all gorgeous and perfect.

I don’t know if you’ve ever skied, but I know the skiing up at Tahoe is excellent.

My husband went to Park City years ago and had a great time, some of the best skiing he’s ever done. Are you guys thinking of a ski vacation, or just hanging around the snow.

I’m not sure how far you are to Whistler, BC; it’s about a 90 minute drive from Vancouver. We’re actually heading there for our family vacation in a couple of weeks, but their best season is winter. Awesome skiing, very family friendly, and your US dollar could make it quite affordable.

I know what you mean about internet research for vacations. I’m a total nut and will stay up all night researching all the ins and outs. I’m obsessed!

I would recommend CO. I think it’s beautiful and not as touristy as Lake Tahoe. I enjoyed Lake Tahoe but honestly LOVE CO more! Just giving my two cents

I’ve never been to these places but I hope you find the perfect vacation destination for your family.

sorry, I dont do snow unless I have to, so I am no help.

I hear CO is the place to go. Tahoe is nice but not sure about how kid friendly it would be.

I lived near Big Bear, but you know, I never been there. crazy.

I would recommend Tahoe over Big Bear all day long. Big Bear is extremely crowded with the LA set all winter long. There is really not alot to do there except ski, and I find that the skiing/snow conditions can be marginal at best. I would highly recommend Tahoe. The South shore side has more night life and the north shore side is a bit more quiet. There is great sledding in the area, and honestly, the setting could not be better. Enjoy your trip.