We celebrated another fall foliage season in Mt. Washington Valley, and now as the fall colors turn to early winter-white, the whole Valley is readying itself for the holiday season. Another Harvest to Holiday promotion is underway with fifteen resorts, B&Bs and motels offering wonderful packages including a canvas bag brimming with offers from retailers, restaurants and attractions. Simply visit Harvest to Holiday to access the list of lodging properties from Admiral Peary House to Yankee Clipper Motor Inn participating in the Harvest to Holidays promotion. Tis the season to begin getting the ski and snowshoe gear out and ready. Read below for some great pre- ski season events, and now that the ski season is almost upon us, it's okay to THINK SNOW! Mt. Washington Valley's 13 ski resorts and cross country centers certainly are!

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	NEWS FROM THE MOUNT OUT AND ABOUT FAMILY FUN

NEWS FROM THE MOUNT

Harvest to Holiday Wine Tasting Plan your shopping extravaganza to coincide with the Annual Wine Tasting and Gift Preview on November 19 from 6-8pm at Red Jacket Mountain View Resort in North Conway. This wonderful event showcases everything that's HOT for the holidays, and offers the chance to sample wines from New Hampshire distributors and local tasty foods. Kick off your Harvest to Holidays shopping weekend with this event which is FREE for those staying at properties participating in this promotion. Choose from any of these participating lodging properties: Admiral Peary House, Attitash Mountain Village, Bartlett Inn, Bernerhof Inn, Eastern Slope Inn Resort, The Forest, A Country Inn, Lazy Dog Inn, Locust Hill Bed and Breakfast, North Conway Grand Hotel, Peace With-Inn, Red Apple Inn, Red Jacket Mountain View, Snowvillage Inn, Yankee Clipper Motor Inn. Visit Harvest to Holiday and you'll find links to each of these lodging properties, plus plenty of info on Harvest to Holidays.

OUT AND ABOUT

Mt. Washington Valley Ski Resorts Take Top Honors in Ski Magazine Polls Bretton Woods came out the big winner in the October issue of SKI, where the annual round-up of readers and editors choices were announced, making it into the esteemed Best in the East list. In all, Bretton Woods took honors for Best Place to Dabble In Trees, Snow Quality, Grooming and Weather (where Bretton Woods was chosen as #1). Attitash made it onto the list for the Best Place to Gawk at Mansions and also was sited among the top in the East for dining, Apres Ski and off-hill activities. Wildcat's Polecat Trail was touted as one of the best beginner trails in the country, and Wildcat also took honors for Value and Offering Challenge. In the SKI article entitled "The all-time undisputed absolute BEST TRAILS", author Moira McCarthy sites not only Wildcat's Polecat but also Cathedral at Attitash, along with Mt. Washington's Cog RR for the best trail to capture a slice of history. SKI magazine readers and editors know a great skiing region when they see it. Mt. Washington Valley's 13 ski resorts and cross country centers are gearing up for another fabulous ski season, opening as soon a Mother Nature allows. Stay tuned for opening dates. Don't Forget About New Hampshire's Tax-Free Shopping! Just in case we haven't already convinced you to do your holiday shopping in Mt. Washington Valley, we thought we'd give you these three good reasons to choose the Valley: 1) TAX -FREE shopping - yes, the price you see is the price you pay. 2) 100 factory brand national outlets - from Old Navy to Gap and from Black and Decker to Adidas, you'll find everything you could ever want for anyone on your list. 3) We know all shoppers do not live by outlets alone. Thus, come for the 100 or so other craft, gift, antique or boutique shops. You'll find the most unusual hand made items in Mt. Washington Valley, and pay no tax! And don't forget, book your Harvest to Holidays package, and receive coupons for shopping in Mt. Washington Valley from participating lodging properties. Simply visit Harvest to Holidays for a complete list of participating lodging properties.

FAMILY FUN

Santa's Village is Open at Christmas Time This holiday season, take a magical visit to the North Pole. Take in the magical shows, especially the 3D movie "A Tinkerdoodle Christmas!" You and your family can ride many of the great rides, and if Mother Nature cooperates, maybe even in the snow. Meet Mrs. Claus and visit with Santa before he goes away to deliver presents all around the world. Imagine what a magical experience this will be for your young children. You won't want to miss the spectacular Christmas Light Show either. Rates are $18 for ages 4-61, $16 for over 62, age 3 and under are Santa's Guest with a paid adult. If you arrive after 3:00 PM, the next day is free! Visit Santa's Village or call 603-586-4445 for more information. Better yet, spend the night at The Royalty Inn in nearby Gorham, ME and take advantage of the Royalty Inn's Holiday Lodging Package on December weekends. One night packages for two adults and a child start at $151, including accommodations, a full breakfast and admission to Santa's Village. Two night packages for 3-person families start at $227. Children 3-and-under are FREE. For more information, call 1-800-437-3529.