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Lakes & Mountains Region NH
WINTER GROUP TRAVEL DESTINATION
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Greetings!  Winter is a wonderful time to bring group travelers to the Lakes & Mountains of New Hampshire. With awesome views of the Lakes and White Mountains, affordable family friendly lodging and now reduced rates on learner slopes -- Central New Hampshire is THE Learn to Ski Destination. NH has some wonderful adaptive programs as well. Explore the area on our vacation travel website - find travel packages, photo tours, helpful itineraries, event calendar, winter recreation, accommodations, attractions and tons more. For properties that specialize in groups, visit our group website. We are happy to give you our personal attention to help plan your tour. Just tell us what you need -- on our group website, www.vacationlakesregionnh.com/groups you can fill out an online Request for Proposal (RFP) or download a paper copy. With NO COST TO YOU, we will take your RFP, do all the research and present you with pricing and options - all in a very timely fashion. We will even provide you with promotional images and text for your tour marketing campaign. Call us at 603-286-8008 (country code 001), leave a voicemail at 800-60-LAKES or email us at visit@lakesregion.org.
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Gunstock Mountain Resort - Gilford NH
Overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee, Gunstock invites all new skiers and riders to join the nationally recognized and award winning learn to ski or ride program - Mountain Magic. Whether you are 6 or 106, your first day is magical. This all-inclusive package offers Head BYS System rental skis and/ or Burton LTR Boards, lift tickets, and instruction from patient, fun, and passionate instructors. Your group of 20+ can have this Three Day Package for just $90 - 3 days of lift tickets (lower mountain only), lessons and rental equipment for ages 6 and up.
After your third lesson you receive your "Magic Card" to get major discounts on all followup lessons and rental equipment for the current season; helmets and ski wear in the Mountainside Outfitters retail shop.
Mountain Adventure / Excitement Packages for those who can ski and want to increase their skill level are $90 adult / Teen $85 / Child $75. www.gunstock.com
Cross Country / Snowshoeing Learn to Ski Package $35
Tubing $15 per person; 2 hour 5 pack - $60; 2 hour 10 pack $115.
Sample Rates are for 2008/2009 season.
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King Pine Ski Resort - East Madison
Rates based on 4 adults and 4 juniors per room with a maximum of 8 people per room.
Two night - Weekend Package
$235 adults (ages 13 and up) / $132.61 juniors (ages 4 to 12)
Includes: Two night stay in economy lodging; dinner Friday night 5-7pm; Tubing 7-9pm Friday Night; Full country breakfast, lunch and buffet dinner Sat; Lift tickets for Sat 8:30-4:30pm, use of resort shuttle, night skiing Sat night; Ice skating, use of nordic and snowshoe trails, use of indoor pool; full country breakfast and lunch Sunday; State tax and gratuities.
Rates for all-day rentals $21 Juniors / $27 Adults and one Group lesson $24 each.
Two Night - Midweek Package
$153.48 adults (ages 13 and up) / $74.60 juniors (ages 4 to 12)
Includes: Two night stay in economy lodging; Complete dinner each evening 5:30-7pm; Evening Activity - Sun & Thurs is free tubing; Mon & Wed is free horse drawn sleigh ride; Tues is free night skiing. Full country breakfast each morning; Lift tickets for each day; Ice skating, use of nordic and snowshoe trails; use of indoor pool. State tax and gratuties.
Rates for all-day rentals $16 Juniors / $20 Adults and one group lesson $24 each.
(800) 373-3754 www.kingpine.com
Sample rates are for the 2008/2009 season.
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Mount Washington Resort - Bretton Woods
 Lift tickets for
the Learning Center Quad at Bretton Woods is just $15.
Family Interchangeable Tickets
Now Mom and Dad can each go skiing for the price of one. While Dad hangs out with the little ones in the Base Lodge, Mom can take to the slopes. And then when she returns, they can switch off. At any ticket window, Mom and Dad may purchase two identical tickets at the single-ticket price. Only one may be used at any given time. Regular full-day daily ticket pricing applies.
Adult / Teen (Ages 13+ Snow Sports School)
For groups of 20+. 1 1/2 hour group lesson $30 per person; 1 hour private lesson $85; Learn to Ski or Snowboard $75. Learn to Ski or Snowboard includes Learning Center Quad Lift Pass, All Day rental equipment and 1 1/2 hour group lesson.
There are learn to ski programs available for all ages. One complimentary lift ticket is issued for every 20 paid guests (i.e., 21st, 42nd etc.)
Learn to Nordic Ski or Snowshoe
For groups of 20+. Package includes trail pass, all day rental equipment and group lesson $35 adults / $25 juniors (6-12) and seniors (65+)
Austrian Sleigh (2 horse) - seats maximum of 11 people
For groups of 20+. $20 per adult (18+) and $15 per child (under 18).
Ice Skating and Tubing: For groups of 20+. $5 per hour for each.
Dog Sledding: Available upon request.
603.278.3303 www.mountwashingtonresort.com
Sample rates are for 2008/2009 season.
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Loon Mountain - Lincoln NH
Loon Mountain Group Lessons (Groups 20+) - One in 20 paid is complimentary (minimum purchase of 20)
Learn to Ski / Ride ages 13+: $75 includes rentals, novice lift ticket and lesson.
Non-skier/boarder package option
$52 midweek/$57 weekend per person - includes snowshoeing, cross country, ice skating, day tubing / climbing wall.
Group Meal Vouchers - $10 ($12 value)
Group Tour Operator Specials
Late/Early Season Special - $35 per person gets you a lift ticket (any age) and a lunch voucher ($10 value) for all groups that come before 12/19/2008 or after 3/29/2009.
Three Amigo Program
Book two trips to Loon and receive third trip's lift tickets for half price.
Returning Group Leaders can earn free stuff - bring 20% more people this year than last year and we'll match that percentage increase with awards. Group Leaders enjoy free skiing.
Midweek Ski Day for Schools or Youth Groups
Come see what all the fuss is about at Loon Mountain! The Pavilion Package at Loon Mountain includes everything you need to make your school ski day a success. For 50 or more students during a midweek or non-holiday period, you will receive: Your own lodge for the day, use it as a meeting place or headquarters; Lift tickets; All day tubing access; Climbing wall; Ice skating; A pizza lunch served in your lodge that includes: soda, salad, pizza, chips and cookies. $55 per student.
(603) 745-8111 (877) 329-4768 www.loonmtn.com
Sample rates are for 2008/2009 season.
International Tour Operators: If
you would like to book your holiday go to www.usaskiholiday.co.uk. Find out why thousands of folks from the UK and Ireland come to Loon Mountain Resort every year.
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Cannon Mountain - Franconia Notch
 Tuckerbrook Learning Area
Tuckerbrook is not just for kids; 4 lifts, and 13 trails were
designed and built just for families, learning, and for those who want
a relaxed skiing or riding experience apart from the "big mountain".
From
the wide open slope Brookside slope to the easy trees of Robin's
Nest, there's plenty of terrain here for just about any skier or rider.
The Snowsport School is located along the side of the
Brookside slope, and has a magic carpet lift for their programs. The
cost for Tuckerbrook is only $32 per ticket. Kids under 5 are free with
a paid adult. Intro Learn to Ski Package for Groups of 20+: $45
includes Tuckerbrook lift ticket, group lesson and rental.
2008-2009 Group Rates (20+)
Full Mountain Tickets - Adult (18-64) $48 / Teen (13-17) $38 / Junior (6-12) $30 / Senior (65+) $30. Tuckerbrook Area only $32.
For every 20 paid tickets, you will receive 1 complimentary ticket.
603-823-7722 x776 www.cannonmt.com
Sample rates are for the 2008/2009 season
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Ragged Mountain - To the Top, Intro Skiing & Riding
 (Danbury, NH)
Ragged Mountain is determined to get you "To-the-Top" by your third lesson, or sooner, with our To-the-Top Learn to Ski and Ride Program. We've created an experience for beginners that most mountains are not able to deliver including top of the mountain views, lunch at our mid-mountain restaurant and the thrill of making it from top to bottom. The To-the-Top Program is created for those learning to ski or ride over the age of 13.
One lesson is just $59 and a package of three lessons is $159. Both options include lift ticket, rentals, and a 2 hour lesson. At the completion of the third lesson discounts on season passes will be made available or Ragged Mountain will provide you with a free one-day lift ticket. Lesson times are at 9:45am, 12noon and 1pm. Learning programs for all ages available! www.raggedmountainresort.com
Lift Tickets for under 6 are Free.
Sample rates for 2008/2009 season.
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Tenney Mountain - Learn to Ski or Snowboard
 (Plymouth, NH)
Learn to ski or snowboard package - $60
A complete package for first time skiers or snowboarders. This package includes a 1 1/2 hour novice lesson, ski or snowboard equipment rentals and a 1-day novice-area* lift ticket. For ages 6 and older. Classes start at 9:30 am, 11:30 am or 1:30 pm. *May be upgraded to an all-mountain lift ticket for $10 weekdays or $18 weekends.
Group lessons for ski or snowboard - $30
Ski or snowboard lessons for all ability levels in a group setting usually with 8 or fewer people. Learn new skills or hone up on previous skills. For ages 6 and older.
888-289-1020 tenneymtn.com
1100-foot Tubing Park · Adventure Programs
Sample rates for 2008/2009 season.
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Wildcat - Pinkham Notch
 Professional ski and snowboard instruction is available for all ages and ability levels by members of our Wildcat Tracks Training Center, most of whom are certified PSIA/AASI instructors. Discounted prices on lessons are available to any member of a group of 20 or more, provided the lesson is reserved in advance and in accordance with the booking procedures.
Learn to Ski / Ride / Tele Beginner Package
(ages 13+) This fun and relaxed introduction to the sport includes lesson, rental and a full day Snow Cat lift ticket. We encourage all participants to register early and be ready a half-hour prior to lesson start times. Only $49 for one day and $94 for two days.
Intermediate Lessons with full-day snowcat lift ticket, lesson and rentals $86 for one day. $159 for two.
Just need the group lesson? $25 for one day; $47 for two days.
Children's Lessons: Full day $60 - includes 2 two-hour sessions on snow, lift ticket and lunch. Half Day $53 - includes 2 hour am session on snow, lift ticket. Rentals $10 per day.
Meals: Breakfast $5.99 per person / Lunch $8.99 per person.
Peak Season Midweek/Weekend & Holiday Adults (19-64) $30/$43; Teens (13-18) $30/$33; Juniors (6-12) and Seniors (65+) $26/$26
Discounted prices on rental equipment are available to any member of a group of 20 or more, provided the equipment is reserved in accordance with the booking procedures.
888-SKI WILD www.skiwildcat.com
Sample rates for 2008/2009 season
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GROUP SERVICES
Lodging, Dining, Attractions, Meetings, Entertainment, Itineraries, Events, Maps and More
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Whether you are planning a conference, group tour, wedding or reunion the Lakes Region of New Hampshire has what it takes to make your event a memorable one. Throughout this site you will find sample itineraries, information on dining, recreation, attractions, entertainment, lodging, transportation, and more.
CLICK HERE to explore.
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Seasonal Itineraries
to Get you Started
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Ultimate Winter Family Fun
Tube down Thrill Hill, the longest tube run in New Hampshire; Ski the
Lakes Region's magnificent views; Make your own sundae at a homemade
ice cream & candies sundae bar; Play the arcade games & climb
the indoor climbing wall; bowl 10-pin or candlepin. (image: Gunstock)
Thrill Packed Winter Adventure
Glide through the treetops on a Zipline tour; Cross Country ski or
Snowshoe to a scenic overlook; Alpine Ski, Nordic Ski or Tube the
longest tube run in New Hampshire
(image: Alpine Adventures)
By the Lake
Begin
your day with a homemade waffle breakfast at Kellerhaus overlooking
Lake Winnipesaukee. Then off to tax-free shopping, historical tours,
lake cruise, dinner train and end the day with a concert or theatre
production.
(image: MS Mount Washington)
2 Day Lake & Mountain Regions
This
tour begins in the Lakes Region in Tilton, NH and includes a ride on
the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad, a boat tour of Squam Lake, a visit
to the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, a trip up Cannon Mountain on
the Tram in the magestic White Mountains, a ride on the historic Cog
Railway up Mount Washington and more!
(image: Cog RR)
Tax-Free Shopping
Start
you day with Outlet Shopping at 50 name brand stores; find the perfect
treasure while antiquing; shop the quaint lakeside village shops;
browse the art galleries and artisan shops; stock up on fabrics and
yarns; explore historic prints and Americana.
(image: Adirondacks)
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MORE FUN STUFF
all rates are for 2008/2009 season and require advanced reservations.
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King Pine Ski Area & Purity Spring Resort welcome "On-Snow Sled Dog Race Clinics -- JUST FOR KIDS! Wed/Thurs, Feb 25 and 26th. www.kingpine.com The Lakes Region is home to many sled dog races including the 80th Laconia World Championship Sled Dog Derby held each February. Around the region, there are many opportunities to learn to run the dogs or take a dog sled ride.  Alpine Adventures offers 2 different year round zipline courses with 14 total ziplines
that prove to be exciting for the most adventurous thrill seeker but
tame enough for your whole family. They also offer offroad tours in our
pinzgauer 6 wheel military vehicles as well as snowmobile tours in the
winter. alpinezipline.com Group Rates for Summer/winter Safari: 10 guests + $30.60pp / 20 guests + $27.20pp. Snowmobiling: 8 sleds or more 10% off. Zip-line Canopy Tour: 8+ guests 10%. 13+ guests call for rates.
Tanger Outlet Center
Tax-free shopping at over 50 outlet stores tangeroutlet.comHampshire PewterTour Hampshire Pewter to watch craftsman create beautiful pewter
tableware and ornaments. hampshirepewter.com Keepsake QuiltingDazzling selection of the latest quilting fabrics, the world's finest yarns, and kits, books, notions and gifts. keepsakequilting.comAnnalee OutletThe Annalee signature style is widely recognized for superior quality, timeless style and authentic hand-crafted design. annaleeoutlet.comWinnipesaukee PlayhouseTheatrical Performance Venue winniplayhouse.comChrista McAuliffe PlanetariumExperience astronomy and space science in New England's
most technologically advanced planetarium. www.starhop.comGroup Rates: $5 groups of 15 or more per person.
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