Survey Says ..

Importance when it comes to choosing a winter resort (ranked in order, highest first):

1. Average snowfall
2. Après-ski options
3. Number of trails
4. Resort charm

What you are willing to spend more on:

1. Lift tickets
2. Hotel
3. Food & Booze
4. Transportation

Does currency exchange rate factor much in your preference:

48.7%: Yes
51.3%: No

Location (ranked in order, highest first):

1. U.S. West
2. Alaska
3. U.S. Northwest
4. Canada

Looks like U.S. West and Alaska win! I'll pitch stats on 2 to 3 resorts by email, and we'll decide from there.