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Olympics Package in Lake Placid, New York

Winter sports enthusiasts have waited all-year for temperatures to drop and snow to fall so they can hit the slopes and enjoy a run through freshly-fallen powder. Start planning a holiday vacation that offers a chance to take part in the Olympic experience at Lake Placid, New York.


With snow already falling on the East coast, start planning your winter holiday vacation and take advantage of the Experience the Olympics Package at The Whiteface Lodge in Lake Placid, New York. An exceptional venue for winter sports aficionados, this property puts you on the ice and slopes at Lake Placid where the 1980 and 1932 winter games took place.

The package includes:

• Three day lift ticket a Whiteface mountain
• Adult group ski lesson
• Afternoon cross-country skiing trail pass
• Ice skating on the legendary Olympic Oval
• $10 off a bobsled ride
• Admission to the Ski Jumping complex with an elevator ride that ascends to the top of the 12-meter jump
• Admission to the Winter Olympic Museum

A two night stay starts at $1,600 per couple or $2,475 for a family of four. Price includes daily resort fee and excludes tax. Available until Apr. 16, 2007.


For reservations, call 800-903-4045 or visit www.thewhitefacelodge.com.

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(Updated: 12/13/06)

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