Perched high up in the beautiful Laurentian Mountains of Quebec, Mont Tremblant offers the very best of a classic winter vacation. This frosty location has endless skiing, skating, snowshoeing and more over three to six months of cold weather. It also transforms into a top summer getaway as the slopes become perfect for mountain biking and hiking and the award-winning golf courses welcome their first tee offs. The village itself, a French-Canadian haven is perfect for walking with ample cafes and boutique shopping. Consider staying in a vacation rental in Mont Tremblant instead of hotel room. Why not stay in a spacious, luxury chalet, or an amenity-loaded condo near the slopes or a plush townhome with a fireplace, instead of a cramped hotel room with little storage and few amenities. Booking a condo or house rental in Mont Tremblant is extremely easy on TripAdvisor.

During the spring and summer months, a family favorite destination is the Parc national du Mont-Tremblant, which offers excellent hiking trails along the rim of the lake and fishing, canoeing and camping opportunities. A great family activity is the “Birds of Prey” show at the top of Mont Tremblant from late June to early September, where you’ll see spectacular birds fly right above your head. For a truly exciting, one-of-a-kind dining experience, enjoy a breakfast on Sundays at the summit of Mont Tremblant. Take the gondola up the mountain and you’ll be rewarded with great views and a sumptuous breakfast. Mont Tremblant area is a great place to find restaurants offering the traditional cuisine of Quebec. After dinner, explore the hip but still laid back hot spots like La Forge Bistro-Bar and Octobar Rock.

First and foremost Mont Tremblant is a ski destination with world-class trails that range from blues to triple black diamonds. It's just as popular with snowboarders, who love its 18 acres of ramps, rails and jumps, and its Olympic-caliber superpipe. A comfortable and friendly lodge greets you with warming fireplaces and plenty of apres ski treats. There are a dozen chair lifts ready to take you to whatever trail you prefer, with hardly any lines. The weather usually cooperates and dumps plenty of snow on the mountain, but if not, there are ample snow makers ready to help out. Try dog-sledding and see if you can manage a pack of four-legged athletes as they drag you across the tundra.