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  • 4 February:
    • Leelanau Peninsula Wineries - Taste the Passion ~ Wine, Chocolate & Love - February 4 & 5, 2012 (all day)
    • Women's Winter Tour – February 4 & 5, 2012 (all day)
  • 18 February:
    • Romancing the Riesling - Wineries of Old Missions Peninsula - February 18, 2012 (11:00 am)

Women’s Winter Tour – February 4 & 5, 2012
[ February 4, 2012 to February 5, 2012. ] WOMEN'S WINTER TOUR | FEBRUARY 4-5, 2012 The ultimate weekend celebration of women, winter and chocolate returns to Crystal Mountain for a sixth year. Exhilarating outdoor activities, spa services, grand food, wine, and more. The Super Bowl of women’s winter events will once again be held on Super Bowl Sunday when the ladies of [...]

Leelanau Peninsula Wineries - Taste the Passion ~ Wine, Chocolate & Love - February 4 & 5, 2012
[ February 4, 2012 to February 5, 2012. ] Taste the Passion 2012 takes place the weekend of February 4 & 5, 2012 – Tickets on sale now – just $30! Love is in the air at the “Taste the Passion” weekend February 4 & 5, 2012. It’s a celebration of wine, chocolate and love, and your ticket allows you to chart [...]

Romancing the Riesling - Wineries of Old Missions Peninsula - February 18, 2012
[ February 18, 2012; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Join us as we celebrate the Riesling varietal! The region is known for producing top notch Riesling grapes so we're celebrating by sharing some of the best Rieslings that Northern Michigan has to offer. Participating wineries will showcase a Riesling, served in your very own souvenir wine glass and perfectly paired [...]

Crystal Mountain - 5-for-$50 Friday - March 9, 2012
[ January 13, 2012; March 9, 2012; ] 5-for-$50 Fridays January 13, 2012 March 9, 2012 5 LIFT TICKETS FOR $50 Looking for a good excuse to take the day off and hit the slopes? Crystal Mountain is once again offering our popular 5-for-$50 Fridays! Bring a group of up to five people to Crystal Mountain on December 16, January 13, or March 9, and you ALL ski [...]

Crystal Mountain - What’s New for Winter 2011/12
Loki and Thor get a makeover and a NEW Quad Chairlift. This winter season “first chair’” will hold an even greater distinction as skiers and snowboarders clamor to grab the very first ride on Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa’s NEW Loki Quad Chairlift by SkyTrac. The new chairlift and reshaping of the Loki [...]

Crystal Mountain - 2011-12 Crystal Premier Pass Now On Sale
2011-12 SEASON PASSES Buy now & save—sale ends October 1st! Love winter even more with a Season Pass from Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa! Choose from a variety of passes to enjoy 45 downhill runs, cross-country trails, terrain parks, Passholder Perks and countless events all season long! New this winter! Expanded terrain and quad chairlift on Loki/Thor! [...]

WOMEN’S WINTER TOUR | FEBRUARY 4-5, 2012

The ultimate weekend celebration of women, winter and chocolate returns to Crystal Mountain for a sixth year. Exhilarating outdoor activities, spa services, grand food, wine, and more. The Super Bowl of women’s winter events will once again be held on Super Bowl Sunday when the ladies of the Women’s Winter Tour snowshoe & cross-country ski along Crystal’s wooded trails. This year’s theme is Picnic in the Park, dress accordingly. More Info: womenswintertour.com

Event benefits nonprofit Active Women Now, dedicated to supporting local women’s resource centers.

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Taste the Passion 2012 takes place the weekend of February 4 & 5, 2012 – Tickets on sale now – just $30!

Love is in the air at the “Taste the Passion” weekend February 4 & 5, 2012. It’s a celebration of wine, chocolate and love, and your ticket allows you to chart your own course, enjoying food and wine pairings and some optional winter and Valentine-themed activities at 17 wineries along the trail.

The weekend starts on Saturday as you head to your first winery stop to collect your souvenir glass. Then spend the weekend enjoying special pours and sweet or savory food pairings at our wineries between the hours of 11am and 5pm on Saturday and Noon and 5pm on Sunday.

To add to the weekend’s festivities, several of our wineries will hold special events and activities exclusively for “Taste the Passion” ticket holders to celebrate the beauty and fun to be had in this winter wonderland. They are sure to provided countless photo opportunities – check some from past years out in the video above and stay tuned for a listing in January.

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Be sure to check out some of the food offerings and activities that await you along the trail!

Tickets are just $30 and quantities are limited. We encourage you to secure yours as soon as possible as most of our trail events do sell out. Please note that Good Neighbor and Willow will not be participating in Taste the Passion 2012.

If you are traveling with a group, you will all want select the same starting winery. Be aware that tickets are limited at each winery, so purchase early if the starting location is important to you.

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Join us as we celebrate the Riesling varietal! The region is known for producing top notch Riesling grapes so we’re celebrating by sharing some of the best Rieslings that Northern Michigan has to offer. Participating wineries will showcase a Riesling, served in your very own souvenir wine glass and perfectly paired with a food offering. As an extra bonus, guests will enjoy 10% off* all Riesling purchases at the wineries during the event.

Tickets are $15 and include a souvenir wine glass.** Tickets are available at participating wineries on the day of the event or by calling 231.223.7355.

*Discount not valid on ice wine. Cannot be combined with any other discount or offer.

**Limited number of commemorative glasses are available.

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5-for-$50 Fridays

January 13, 2012 March 9, 2012

5 LIFT TICKETS FOR $50
Looking for a good excuse to take the day off and hit the slopes? Crystal Mountain is once again offering our popular 5-for-$50 Fridays! Bring a group of up to five people to Crystal Mountain on December 16, January 13, or March 9, and you ALL ski and ride ALL DAY for only 50 bucks!
	The larger the group, the better the deal: • 2-for-$25 each • 3-for-$16.67 each • 4-for-$12.50 each • 5-for-$10 each
BUY ONLINE & SAVE: Now you can purchase your 5-for-$50 Friday lift tickets online and save even more! Purchase an Online 1-Day Ticket on any of our 5-for-$50 Fridays for only $10! Best of all, you don’t have to purchase 5 tickets to receive the discount. Purchase Crystal Mountain Lift Tickets Online.

LODGING FOR $50 PER PERSON

Thinking about a road trip for 5-for-$50 Friday? Stay in hotel accommodations Thursday, December 15, 2011 or Thursday, March 8, 2012 from just $50 per person! Call 800-968-7686 ext. 5100 for details and reservations.

5-FOR-$50 SPA SPECIALS AT CRYSTAL SPA
Crystal Spa is also celebrating 5-for-$50 with a special selection of services valid on 5-for-$50 Fridays only. $50 Spa Services • Recharge Massage w/ Calming Scalp Massage (45 minutes) • Express Facial w/ Calming Scalp Massage (45 minutes) 5-for-$50 Spa Services: Two ways to save! When a group of five people each book a 50-minute service or one to four people book a total of 5 services, each service is only $50! Choose from the following three spa services: • Snowsports Massage • Pure Results Facial • Journey Foot Ritual All Spa treatments include: • Elegant Men’s & Women’s Changing Rooms, each with Eucalyptus Steam Room & Infrared Sauna • Meditation Lounge, Outdoor Garden & Hot Tub • Robe & Slippers provided Call 800-968-7686 ext. 7200 to reserve your appointment. Read more about Crystal Spa.
Available December 16, 2011, January 13, 2012, and March 9, 2012 only. Advance reservations required, ext. 7200. Does not include sales tax or 18% service charge. Not valid with any other offers, special rates or discounts. Treatments are subject to availability.

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Loki and Thor get a makeover and a NEW Quad Chairlift.

This winter season “first chair’” will hold an even greater distinction as skiers and snowboarders clamor to grab the very first ride on Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa’s NEW Loki Quad Chairlift by SkyTrac.

The new chairlift and reshaping of the Loki and Thor slopes top the list of what’s new at Crystal Mountain for the upcoming winter:

NEW! Loki Quad Chairlift
Skiers and snowboarders will make the inaugural ascent up Loki and Thor this winter on a new fixed-grip quad chairlift by SkyTrac. The lift terminal will be located closer to the Camp Totem Learning Area and feature a loading conveyor which will provide an easier transition for beginners. The $1.3 million investment also includes upgrades to snowmaking.

NEW! Shape and Expanded Terrain on Loki & Thor
Since the new Loki Quad will be a ski-under chairlift it has provided the opportunity to expand and reshape terrain on Loki and Thor. The two black diamond runs have been contoured with a consistent pitch for a descent allowing more progressive and playful transitions. What’s more, the changes allow for greater flexibility in race course layout on those two slopes.

NEW! Additions to the Bungalows at Crystal Glen
Nestled at the base of the slopes (Buck) and near Kinlochen, the three- and four-bedroom Bungalows at Crystal Glen are among the most requested winter accommodations. This December the seventh of eight will be completed and ready for occupancy with the sixth having been finished in July.

NEW! HEAD BYS Rental System
Crystal Mountain has invested over a quarter-million dollars in the fully integrated HEAD BYS Rental System. The system’s color code specifically matches each boot, binding and ski making for a much quicker rental process. The HEAD ski design incorporates technology for easy turn initiation - which is particularly helpful to those just learning the sport - without sacrificing performance.

Snow Castles, Snow Obstacles & Snow Monsters
Shovels, buckets and other supplies will be available at the Park at Water’s Edge for Crystal’s FREE winter-long Snow Castle Contest (December 17-March 26). Photos will be taken of each castle and the one voted the best at season’s end will win a family prize package. Every day offers the chance to jump, hurdle, crawl and slide through the new Snow Obstacle Course with races held on select dates ($5 per person) and medals awarded. This winter mom and dad can get help tucking in the kids from Snowball, Powder Pig and Boarding Beaver. During Snow Monsters Tuck-In Time one of Crystal’s loveable mascots will come to your room accompanied by a guide for a bedtime story ($10 – reservation required).

World Snow Day!
This special event (January 22) created by the International Ski Federation will be the centerpiece of January’s Learn to Ski & Snowboard Month. Crystal’s World Snow Day event will feature displays from the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame (Ishpeming, MI), internationally inspired après ski cuisine and special clinics designed to introduce a new generation to skiing and boarding.

Celebrating over 50 years, Crystal is a family-owned, four-season resort with 36 holes of championship golf, one of GOLF Magazine’s Top 25 Golf Schools in America, one-acre outdoor water playground, the Crystal Coaster, Michigan’s only alpine slide, lodging, dining, skiing, IACC-approved conference facilities and the award-winning Crystal Spa.

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2011-12 SEASON PASSES Buy now & save—sale ends October 1st!

Love winter even more with a Season Pass from Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa! Choose from a variety of passes to enjoy 45 downhill runs, cross-country trails, terrain parks, Passholder Perks and countless events all season long! New this winter! Expanded terrain and quad chairlift on Loki/Thor! View Photos

	or call 800.968.7686 ext. 2303.

CRYSTAL PREMIER PASS

The Crystal Premier Pass gives you unlimited downhill skiing and riding, day or night, all season long, with no blackout dates!

Crystal Premier Pass Thru October 1st! In-Season Adult (16-59) $269 $369 Junior (9-15) $269 $329 Diamond Club (60+) $269 $329 Child (8 & under) $25 $25 Passes for kids 8 & under (as of 12.31.2011) are free with parent purchase, subject to $25 processing fee.

 
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From $69*-$169* per adult

Play 18 on one of our two northern Michigan championship golf courses and stay in the Midwest’s finest accommodations. Our 18-Hole Golf Package includes nightly lodging, 18 holes of golf with shared cart, and unlimited use of our Practice Center.

Juniors Golf Free! Junior golfers age 17 and under golf for free on the Betsie Valley course, Sunday through Thursday after 4pm, when accompanied by a full paying adult. Juniors receive 50% off the rack rate on both the Betsie Valley and Mountain Ridge courses anytime.

	or call 800-968-7686 ext. 5100 for reservations.

*$69 rate is available in the spring. Rate is per adult, per night, based on double occupancy in hotel accommodations. Taxes and service fee are additional.

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Houseguest Spa Discount - Book early and save! Learn more >>

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From $109* - 179* per adult, per night

Spring Unlimited Golf Specials!

Stay ONE night and get one FREE**: April 1-9, 15-16, 20-24; May 3-11, 15-16, 22-23, 30-31, 2011

Stay TWO nights and get one FREE**: April 1-9, 15-17, 20-25; May 3-11, 14-17, 21-23, 29-31, 2011

Can’t get enough of northern Michigan golf? Our Unlimited Golf package is perfect for those who love to play! Unlimited golf is available every day in April, midweek from May through September, and select weekends (excludes June 10-11 &17-18, September 9-10 &16-17, 2011).

Package includes lodging, unlimited golf with shared cart, including golf on your day of arrival, and unlimited use of our Practice Center throughout your stay. Minimum two-night stay required.

Juniors Golf Free! Junior golfers age 17 and under golf for free on the Betsie Valley course, Sunday through Thursday after 4pm, when accompanied by a full paying adult. Juniors receive 50% off the rack rate on both the Betsie Valley and Mountain Ridge courses anytime.

	or call 800-968-7686 ext. 5100 for reservations.

*Minimum two-night stay. $89 rate is available early spring and is not available on the Stay Free Spring offer. Rate based on double occupancy in hotel accommodations. Subject to availability.

**Unlimited Golf Stay Free offer valid only on dates listed. Not valid with other discounts, special offers or group rates. Limit of one free night for every two nights paid. Free night is of equal or lesser value. Taxes and service fee are additional. Valid Dates and offer is subject to change without notice.

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From $249*- $339* per adult, per two night stay

Combine the natural beauty of pure northern Michigan golf with the relaxation and rejuvenation of the Midwest’s premier spa destination: Crystal Spa.

Our Golf & Spa Package includes two nights of lodging, one 18-hole round of golf including cart and your choice of one 50-minute spa treatment per adult per stay.

Spa Package Perks
As a spa package guest, we are proud to offer unlimited admittance to our fitness classes and motion studio during your stay plus the use of spa facilities; including our luxurious locker rooms with infrared sauna and steam room, private meditation lounge, and outdoor garden with hot tub.

Juniors Golf Free! Junior golfers age 17 and under golf for free on the Betsie Valley course, Sunday through Thursday after 4pm, when accompanied by a full paying adult. Juniors receive 50% off the rack rate on both the Betsie Valley and Mountain Ridge courses anytime.

	or call 800-968-7686 ext. 5100 for reservations.

*Rates are per adult based on a two-night stay double occupancy in hotel accommodations. Taxes and service fee are additional. Not valid with any other discounts, special offers or group rates. Rates are subject to change without notice.

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ROSSIGNOL RACE CAMP DECEMBER 22-23, 2011

Rossignol Race Camp is designed for skiers, ages 7 thru 18, looking to improve their skills. Crystal Mountain’s outstanding coaching staff gives racers the opportunity to improve technique through drills, gate training and video analysis. Racers will be grouped by age and ability. Includes daily lunch. Crystal Mountain recommends helmet use for all programs, races, clinics and camps.
Registration thru Dec. 15 (camp t-shirt included) ….$150 per person After December 15……………………………………$175 per person
Advance reservations required, call 800.968.7686 ext. 2006.
Registration Form | Release Form

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CAMP ITINERARY*

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2011 9am: Meet coaches, break into respective groups, outline agenda 9:15am: Warm-up and drills: free-skiing drills pole-plant drills (timing, touch vs. plant, etc) 10am: Gate training with video, turn shape drills with brushes 12-12:30pm: Group lunch, watch video 1-1:30pm: Gate training 2pm: NASTAR Race (Race starts at 1pm, coaches will determine when to join race) 3pm: Steep gates (if ready), drills, and cool-down 4pm: Equipment clinic, additional video, distribute camp t-shirts FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2011 9am: Meet coaches, break into respective groups 9:15am: Warm-up and drills; coach’s choice drill progression dependent upon group ability 10am: Gate training with video 12-12:30pm: Group lunch, video analysis 1-1:30pm: Gate training (In or out of NASTAR course) 2pm: NASTAR race starts at 1pm, coaches will determine when to join race 3pm: Drills and cool-down 3:30pm: World Cup runs video, NASTAR Award Ceremony 4pm: Wrap-up with coaches; brief tips/tasks sheet for each racer & departure

*Schedule is subject to change.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE 2011
Celebrate the season at Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa! We’re giving the gift of a free night’s lodging at the time when you can enjoy it most - during the holidays! Every moment with family and friends is precious, so we invite you to enjoy an extra night. View Details.

ACTIVITIES FOR ALL…

LUAU PARTY
7pm-1am Crystal Center
Sport your favorite Hawaiian wear! Celebrate with luau dancing, live music by DNA & the Pool Boys, cash bar includes tropical drinks, midnight toast and excellent view of the fireworks! 7-8pm Cocktail & Hors d’oeuvres 8-9pm All-You-Can-Eat Hawaiian Buffet
$50 per person. Advance reservations required, call 800.968.7686 ext. 7000.

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UNDER-THE-SEA (family fun)
4-8pm Crystal Center - Hudson Bay Room
Ring in 2012 with our Under-the-Sea Family Party! Dress in costume to receive a special gift. Geared for ages 12 & under. * • Live DJ & Dancing • Crab Races & Sea Wear Relay • Sea Shell Search • Face Painting • Fishing Fun • Sand Art & Sea Shell Necklaces • Hourly Drawings • Light Snacks and Lemonade (pizza: $3/slice or 4 slices for $10)
$15 per child; admission for parents & children age 2 & under is free
* Parent supervision is required - sorry, this is not a drop-off program. Reservation are recommended, but not required, 800.968.7686 ext 7000.

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TEEN DJ DANCE PARTY (ages 13-18)
9-12pm Crystal Center (Second Floor/Hudson Bay)
Dance into 2012 at the DJ Dance Party! Single-entry-only event, chaperoned by Crystal Staff. Ages 13-18 only. $10 admission, includes snacks & soda. No reservations required.

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POOL & PJ PARTY (ages 8 & up)
7:30pm-12:30am Mountain Adventure Zone/Peak Indoor Pool
Splash in the new year! Kids and chaperones will walk together to the Peak Indoor Pool for swimming and pool games. Bring PJs for after pool wear; activities include hat making, dancing and movie with popcorn. $39 per child, geared for ages 8 & up. Check-in on the first floor Mountain Adventure Zone. Advance reservations required, call 800.968.7686 ext. 7000.

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NYE PAJAMA CARE (ages 8 & under)

7:30pm-12:30am Mountain Adventure Zone (2nd floor)

The evening is chock-full of fun for the little ones including pajama dance, games, NYE hat creation, snacks, movies with popcorn and more. Children should wear their pajamas. Sleep pads and cribs are provided. $49 per child, geared for children 8 & under. Advance reservations required, call 800.968.7686 ext. 7000.

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VISTA PARTY Ages 21+
9pm The Lodge (3rd floor)
The annual NYE Vista party returns! Enjoy party favors, live music by The Blue Dirt Band, champagne toast, perfect view of the torchlight parade & fireworks at midnight! $15 cover charge. Party begins at 9pm, must be Ages 21+ to enter. (Vista will close 8-9pm for celebration preparation!)

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TORCHLIGHT PARADE 11:45PM
Cheers Slope
Join the parade down Cheers! Everyone with a valid season pass or lift ticket is welcome to participate. Parade starts at the top of Cheers at 11:45pm. To carry a torch you must be 16 years of age and you must sign-up at the Snowsports Desk on Saturday, December 31st (parent signature required if under 18). Ext. 2000
FIREWORKS OVER THE MOUNTAIN MIDNIGHT!
Watch a spectacular fireworks show over the mountain. Free to all.

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HOLIDAY BUFFETS

Stay tuned for holiday buffet menus.

IN-ROOM BABYSITTING

Offered daily for Crystal’s houseguests, available until 1am on NYE. Advance reservations required, 800.968.7686 ext. 7000.

Schedule is subject to change.

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THANKSGIVING RECONNECT WEEKEND

Join the celebration… you’ll love being a part of this weekend! On Thanksgiving Day, run or walk a 5K in the morning, and enjoy Crystal’s delicious buffet that afternoon. On Friday, celebrate the season at our Holiday Trail Celebration. Saturday, we set the resort aglow in twinkly lights to the backdrop of traditional holiday music.

Stay FREE Over Thanksgiving Weekend! Stay one night, get the second night free when staying November 23-26, 2011. View Details >

			Thursday - November 24, 2011
					• 5K Turkey Vulture Trot
					• Thanksgiving Day Buffet
					• Season Pass Special - available Thanksgiving Weekend only.

			Friday - November 25, 2011
					• Relax at Crystal Spa
					• Ski & Snowboard Sale at Mountain Sports (Friday thru Sunday)
					• Holiday Trail Celebration

			Saturday - November 26, 2011
					• First Light Celebration

 

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	Crystal Mountain Resort and Spa is offering Ski Fitness Boot Camps that will take your skiing performance to the next level — ski faster, better, stronger! Each session begins with a dynamic warm-up, followed by a ski-specific dry land training regime. Professional trainers will focus on improving your agility, strength, speed, endurance, flexibility and explosive power. Reach your fitness goals now — love snowsports even more!
	Evening Boot Camps - Tuesday, November 15, 22, 29 & December 6, 2011
	Camp 1: Low to Moderate Intensity | 6pm
	Camp 2: Moderate to High Intensity | 7pm
	Mid-day Boot Camp - Wednesday, November 16, 23, 30 & December 7, 2011
	Silver Skiing Fitness | 1pm
	Student Conditioning Camp - November 17, 21, 28 & 30, 2011
	10 participant maximum, offered at 5pm & 6pm
	Space is limited. Sign-up at the Peak Fitness Center, 800.968.7686 ext. 7300.

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Winter Fun Begins at Crystal.

Book a three-night stay this winter and earn a $100 resort credit!* Now through November 15th, book a three-night winter vacation at Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa and receive a $100 resort credit. While you’re here, use your credit towards spa treatments at Crystal Spa, lift tickets, ski & snowboard lessons, kids programs, equipment rental, retail items and a wide variety of Winter Fun activities. This special offer applies to lodging only stays, as well as our standard ski, spa or romance packages. See below for available packages. Call 800-968-7686 ext. 5100 to book now! *Offer valid on winter stays arriving November 15, 2011 through April 7, 2012 (excluding December 26, 2011-January 1, 2012 & February 17-19, 2012). Must book three paid nights by November 15, 2011. Offer not valid with Holidays on Crystal, Hot Dates & Rates, Stay Free, special offers and any other discounted or group rates. Resort credit not valid towards room or package rate, food & beverage purchases or private babysitting. Only 1 resort credit allowed per unit.		Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa offers 45 downhill slopes and over 40km of groomed cross-country skiing.

 
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