My husband and I usually chose Vermont for skiing. It is so beautiful there. We usually went to Okemo (staying in Rutland), but occasionally Stowe. We would also do some cross country skiing, which I'm better at than downhill. I got a very late start. My husband, a Central European, skied from a very young age. I told him that perhaps his big Christmas gift will be a new set of skis. He's due for new ones. The last time he went skiing, someone made fun of them.

Thanks for reminding me about skiing. I just asked Hubby to look and see if they are cheaper to buy in the US or Czech Republic. That answer will determine where we buy them. I told him I want to get them for him, but really want him to choose them. I know little about them. I bet a $40 bill he's looking right now, because it would excite him.