Check out our Trips for 2010/2011! Details below. . .
TSC Summer Expedition Cairo & Nile River Cruise - Egypt
Sept 25 - Oct 4 2010 (Saturday - Monday)
Your Egyptian Expedition begins with a four night cruise on the Nile from Luxor to Aswan. The conclusion of the cruise at Aswan will include a Felukka ride on the Nile, Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam and the Obelisk. Then four nights in Cairo with tours of the Pyramids, Cairo and Alexandria.
Air/Transfer:
EqyptAir from Dallas to Cairo
Includes:
Round trip airfare to Cairo, air transfer from Cairo to Luxor, 4 night Nile River Cruise, all meals during river cruise, tours on route from Luxor to Aswan, air transfer Aswan to Cairo, 4 nights in Cairo 5 star hotel, 3 full day tours of Pyramids, Cairo, and Alexandria including lunch, all airport transfers, English speaking guides and airport greeters, guide gratuities.
Lodging:
Nile River Cruise / Ramses Hilton Hotel Cruising aboard a 5 star superior river ship with 72 cabins, restaurant, lounge bar, wine & cheese bar, bazaar, reading room, billiard room, fitness room, sundeck, swimming pool and pool bar. Cruise includes all meals. The Ramses Hilton hotel is a luxurious hotel on the banks of the Nile with spectacular views, elegant rooms and a vast range of leisure & dining options. Internet access. The pyramids are just a 35 minute drive away.
Price:
LAND ONLY (includes in Egypt Air, transfers, lodging & all activities)
$1,820.00
PACKAGE (includes air from DFW, transfers, lodging & all activities)
From the thrill of deep fluffy powder to the gentle rolling of a corduroy cruiser, at Breckenridge you get big altitude with just the right attitude. Consistently ranked as one of the Top 10 ski resorts in North America, Breckenridge offers huge variety throughout its 2,358 acres of terrain. Four breathtaking mountain peaks top off the Ten Mile Range and overflow with options for both the most experienced skier and eager beginner.
Air:
American to Denver Depart: AA2513 6:25p - 7:30p Return: AA1962 1:20p - 4:15p
Lodging:
Beaver Run Ski-in/ski-out to the Beaver Run Super Chair lift and the Quiksilver Six. Enjoy the heated indoor and outdoor pools and eight hot tubs as well as sauna, steam room, exercise room and spa! Complimentary ski storage and in-town shuttle. 2BR/2BA
Price / Cash Discount:
PARTIAL (includes lodging and all activities)
$570 / $555
FULL (includes air, transfer, lodging and all activities)
$1029 / $999
ACTIVITY ONLY (includes all TSC & LSS activities)
$90
Trip Director:
TBA Mail to: Trips 6350 Keller Springs Rd 1121 Dallas TX 75248
Ranked one of North America's Top 10 ski areas, Telluride is recognized internationally as a premier ski and snowboard destination. Telluride's terrain is legendary and has always been revered as the best of Colorado. Stashed among the highest concentration of 13,000 and 14,000 foot peaks in North America, breathtaking views are just a part of what makes Telluride stand out among mountain destinations. Sure to be a Holiday Treat!
Air:
United to Montrose via Denver Depart: UA7550 6:30a - 7:28a UA6943 8:35a - 9:34a Return: UA6165 1:15p - 2:11p UA252 4:00p - 6:55p
Lodging:
Riverside Just a block from the gondola and two and a half blocks from the heart of downtown, this beautiful complex sits on the banks of the San Miguel river with unobstructed views of the mountains, river and town. 3BR/3BA
Price / Cash Discount:
PARTIAL (includes lodging and all activities)
$345 / $335
FULL(includes air, transfer, lodging and all activities)
Beaver Creek is a feast for the eyes; a delight for the senses. The influence of renowned resorts such as Switzerland's St. Moritz and Italy's Cortina led to the creation of a unique mountain resort full of excitement and village luxury. A place where immaculate grooming and world-class skiing give way to warm après-ski cookies and five-star cuisine. The sun shines bright over 300 days a year, lighting up 1,805 acres of pristine powder. This is the Ivy League of ski and snowboard schools with classes to challenge and excite experts and beginners alike.
Air:
American to Eagle Depart: AA2209 9:30a - 10:45a Return: AA2208 4:35p - 7:40p
Lodging:
The Charter Situated right in the heart of the exciting and breathtaking Beaver Creek Ski Resort, The Charter is a world-class condo with ski-in/ski-out access.This ideal location allows easy walking access to great shopping and wonderful restaurants in Beaver Creek Village. Features a superb restaurant, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and hot tubs, a cozy fire pit, convenient snack bar, state-of-the-art health club, spa, game room and complimentary internet access. 2BR/2BA
Price / Cash Discount:
PARTIAL (includes lodging and all activities)
$849 / $825
FULL (includes air, transfer, lodging and all activities)
$1329 / $1289
ACTIVITY ONLY (includes all TSC & LSS activities)
$230
Trip Director:
TBA Mail to: Trips 6350 Keller Springs Rd 1121 Dallas TX 75248 TradLong@lonestarski.org
Beaver Creek is a feast for the eyes; a delight for the senses. The influence of renowned resorts such as Switzerland's St. Moritz and Italy's Cortina led to the creation of a unique mountain resort full of excitement and village luxury. A place where immaculate grooming and world-class skiing give way to warm après-ski cookies and five-star cuisine. The sun shines bright over 300 days a year, lighting up 1,805 acres of pristine powder. This is the Ivy League of ski and snowboard schools with classes to challenge and excite experts and beginners alike.
Air:
American to Eagle Depart: AA2207 6:35p - 7:50p Return: AA2210 11:55a - 3:00p
Lodging:
The Charter Situated right in the heart of the exciting and breathtaking Beaver Creek Ski Resort, The Charter is a world-class condo with ski-in/ski-out access.This ideal location allows easy walking access to great shopping and wonderful restaurants in Beaver Creek Village. Features a superb restaurant, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and hot tubs, a cozy fire pit, convenient snack bar, state-of-the-art health club, spa, game room and complimentary internet access. 2BR/2BA
Price / Cash Discount:
PARTIAL (includes lodging and all activities)
$640 / $622
FULL (includes air, transfer, lodging and all activities)
It was 25 years ago, in 1986, that the Texas Ski Council made its first trip to Europe. It began a tradition that became the TSC Expedition, an annual overseas fixture on the TSC event calendar. On this Silver Jubilee Expedition, you are invited to revisit Bad Gastein. The Gastein valley is located 60 miles directly south of Salzburg on the north side of Austria’s highest mountains, adjoining the Hohe Tauern National Park. The town of Bad Gastein is at the end of the narrow valley and surmounting it all is a modern world class ski area with six ski mountains.
Round-trip air transportation from Dallas to Munich and ground transfers by private coach from Munich to Bad Gastein. Seven nights accommodations and buffet breakfast daily. Luggage handling upon arrival and departure at hotel. All taxes and service charges in Europe.
Lodging:
Elisabeth Park A 4-star traditional, innovative hotel with a dignified ambiance located in the center of Bad Gastein with a ski shuttle bus located across from the hotel. All rooms feature a mini bar, radio, telephone, satellite TV and internet connection. Guests can enjoy the indoor swimming pool, fitness facilities, sauna and steam bath.
Price / Cash Discount:
LAND ONLY (includes transfers, lodging and all activities)
$1045 / $1015
FULL (includes air, transfers, lodging and all activities)
There are few places remaining that can be called a true Colorado ski town. Crested Butte is considered a holdout, retaining its small town charm and the adventurous soul that it has always had. Whether you are visiting for the first time or returning, you immediately feel a difference that sets Crested Butte apart from other mountain locations. Here, your time isn't just about a visit to ski an incredible mountain. It's about being away from your other world, finding adventure in an unspoiled setting surrounded by majestic peaks, wide valleys, and being connected to the culture and lifestyle that is Crested Butte.
Air:
American to Gunnison Depart: AA3461 10:05a - 11:05a Return: AA3502 4:10p - 7:05p
Lodging:
The Plaza Located just 100 yards from the main Silver Queen Quad Lift. These superior units offer condominium conveniences in a hotel-like setting. The Plaza is an easy walk to the action packed central base area and offers the most onsite amenities of any complex in Crested Butte. 2BR/2BA
Price / Cash Discount:
PARTIAL (includes lodging and all activities)
$410 / $400
FULL (includes air, transfer, lodging and all activities)
Taos loves winter! The Sangre de Cristo Mountains are a winter wonderland... sacred mountains to the Pueblo Indians and skiers alike. Wheeler Peak is the jewel of the peaks and at 13,161 feet, it's the highest peak in New Mexico. Offering everything from delightful cruising runs to demanding downhill thrills, Taos offers uncrowded skiing on wonderfully diverse terrain, abundant feather-light powder and intimate alpine villages where you are never far from the ski lifts. Taos Ski Valley is a skier’s paradise with easy-to-learn runs and a nationally acclaimed ski school to learn the right way to ride and ski.
Air:
American to Santa Fe Depart: AA2902 10:55a - 11:45a Return: AA2850 3:55p - 6:30p
Lodging:
Snakedance A slope-side resort in Taos Ski Valley that blends old-world alpine tradition with modern convenience. They specialize in warm hospitality and enjoy sharing the love of Taos Ski Valley with passionate skiers and snowboarders ready to experience the thrill of Taos. Includes continental breakfast each morning, free ski storage and boot dryers, spa and fitness center. 2BR/2BA
Price / Cash Discount:
PARTIAL (includes lodging and all activities)
$555 / $540
FULL (includes air, transfer, lodging and all activities)
Snowbird, Utah, is the main justification for Utah’s claim to be the ‘Greatest Snow on Earth’. It is a mecca for skiers, snowboarders and snow loving families alike. Snowbird offers over 2,500 acres of varied skiing terrain with one of Utah’s largest vertical drops – 3,240’. The mountains, the canyons and the adjacent Salt Lake Basin all combine to create this unparalleled setting. Snowbird is a cozy slope side pedestrian village harmonizing with the rugged beauty of Little Cottonwood Canyon. Snowbird enjoys a lift served skiing connection to its neighbor, Alta, and the two resorts offer a combined 4,700 skiable acres – among the largest skiable terrains in the USA.
Air:
American to Salt Lake City Depart: AA689 9:15a - 11:05a Return: AA472 5:05p - 8:40p
Lodging:
The Cliff Lodge & Spa 25 miles from downtown Salt Lake City and boasting ski-in/ski-out access, this slope-side hotel at Snowbird is 175 feet from the Village Center and the aerial tram to 11,000-foot Hidden Peak. Offering three restaurants, two lounges, two swimming pools, four hot tubs and extensive meeting space, the Cliff Lodge is the flagship of the four lodging properties at the resort.
Price / Cash Discount:
PARTIAL (includes lodging and all activities)
$720 / $699
FULL (includes air, transfer, lodging and all activities)
Come play in Steamboat's winter wonderland and let the fresh mountain air rejuvenate your soul! The champagne powder and world famous skiing and snowboarding are backed by an abundance of winter activities and amenities for all to enjoy. Steamboat is a complete mountain range: Mount Werner, Sunshine Peak, Storm Peak, Thunderhead Peak, Pioneer Ridge and Christie Peak offering 2,965 acres of diverse trails for all levels of ability.
Air:
American to Hayden Depart: AA2229 10:40a - 1:00p Return: AA2228 2:10p - 5:15p
Lodging:
The Lodge This landmark property boasts a superb location right at the base of Steamboat's Mt. Werner. Mere steps from the gondola, premiere accommodations and services worthy of this privileged setting have established The Lodge as one of Steamboat's most splendid and beloved year-round vacation choices. 2BR/2BA
Price / Cash Discount:
PARTIAL(includes lodging and all activities)
$405 / $395
FULL (includes air, transfer, lodging and all activities)
Come sail the Land of the Midnight Sun and see thundering glaciers, humpback whales, pristine wilderness, majestic mountains and abundant wildlife. Experience a culture influenced by Native American and Russian history and the turn-of-the-century gold rush. Ports-of-call include Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan and Vancouver, BC. Additionally, there will be an extensive selection of shore activities from which to choose in each port.
Air:
Get your own air and set sail from Seattle!
Includes:
All meals and snacks, wide selection of optional activities and excursions, all port charges, taxes and gratuities plus $50 onboard credit per cabin!
Lodging:
Set sail on the Carnival Spirit in a comfortable stateroom retreat with 24 hour service.
Price / Cash Discount:
PARTIAL ONLY (includes cruise ship stateroom and activities)
We need a trip director for our Fall Roundup to Breckenridge, CO, at Thanksgiving. Spend your holidays skiing with friends and family in the Rocky Mountains! Is this your year to step up and volunteer your great organizational skills for your ski club? Our volunteers are what make us 'The Best Little Ski Club in Texas'! Be a part! Check out our Standing Rules for more details or contact the VP of Trips if you have questions. To apply, just complete the online TD Application.
