As ranch stays typically are all inclusive, we would just come in for lunch (perhaps a sampling of different chilis followed by homemade cookies) after a morning activity (there were terrific kids’ ...

Other activities here include a fantasy snow ... as well as locally made sake. Nozawa Onsen's snow conditions are stellar, but its real draw is its traditional village and community feel ...

If you are looking for some inspiration, here are 12 ideas for winter activities that the whole family can enjoy. When the snow starts to fly, the easiest way to embrace the season is to put on ...

Relax in a sauna, ski at night, visit a snow-capped lighthouse—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter ...

It doesn’t require nearly as much equipment as many other snow activities, and you can often do it right in your own driveway or yard. Sledding is a fun way to get out in nature while also ...

Winter vacations promise a well-needed escape, whether it's from a holiday-hectic December, a bitter January, or a drab February. There something about the season that awakens a person's ...

Yes No For families who fully embrace the elements on a winter vacation, this Canadian town and its neighboring national park deliver quintessential cold-weather activities and cozy lodgings.

But when dealing with brutal Midwest winters, it doesn’t mean the family fun has to stop! Winter in Chicagoland still brings exciting seasonal activities that you can’t experience any other time of ...

The lack of snow this winter in northern Michigan doesn’t mean there’s a lack of outdoor winter activities. There is still fun to be had outside. If you love skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling ...

Next to a pair of boots, a reliable winter coat is a must when braving the cold. They keep you dry like your go-to rain jacket but are lined with down insulation or cozy fleece to trap heat.

Ah, there's nothing like the first few snowflakes of the season to make winter feel almost magical. Of course, it's a different story after a couple months of frigid cold and frequent shoveling.

Winter is coming. But will it bring snow? NOAA announced its annual winter outlook on Thursday. By Judson Jones Judson Jones is a meteorologist and reporter for The Times. Pumpkins have turned a ...