MONT-TREMBLANT, QC--(Marketwired - October 07, 2014) - November 21 marks the opening date of the slide sport season at Tremblant, ranked among the World's 25 Best Ski Towns in 2014 by National Geographic, and #1 Ski Resort in Eastern North America by SKI Magazine. Winter 2014-15 proposes countless fresh experiences including a newly designated Kids Zone, new glades, an Alpine Touring Festival, a new big-name hotel establishment, noteworthy tech news as well as direct flights between Toronto and Tremblant on Air Canada.
On-Mountain: New Adventure Zone for Kids 3-12, and Glades for Grown-Ups
In the tracks of its 75th anniversary celebrating young mountain aficionados of tomorrow, Tremblant is pleased to offer families a new kids' zone that expands their slide skills through play. Set to roll out the white carpet in December and accessed via the Nansen Bas, the TAM-TAM Zone includes turns, features and obstacles and covers some aspects of the Mountain Code of Conduct. Grown-ups also have a new playground -- next to The Tunnel trail are 8 acres of exciting new glades.
In the Village: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tremblant Makes Grand Entrance, Westin Resort & Spa Renovations Nearing Completion & Other New Businesses Too
Tremblant is definitely a destination that knows how to renew itself. A new Holiday Inn Express opens its doors early season, while in late October the Westin Resort & Spa Tremblant adds the final touches to its total makeover. As well, new businesses are hanging a shingle in the pedestrian village: Oh! La Vache serving sweet treats and coffee, Gypsy restaurant showcasing Mediterranean-inspired cuisine at the newly renovated Westin Resort & Spa, and Samurai Sushi Pub featuring contemporary Japanese flavours.
More Accessible than Ever: New Direct Flights between Toronto & Tremblant
Air Canada is offering new non-stop daily flights between Toronto Pearson (YYZ) and Mont-Tremblant International Airport (YTM), complementing the Porter Airlines offer departing from Billy-Bishop Airport. In addition to a whole new range of possibilities for resort visitors, the service's practical flight schedule also allows for international flight connections from December 18 2014 to March 30 2015. Tickets are on sale at www.aircanada.com.
New Tech & Toys: Free Wi-Fi at the Summit & New Alpine Replay App
Tecchies are sure to appreciate the new wireless Internet access offered free of charge by TELUS at the summit. Tremblant is now among the ski areas served by the free Alpine Replay App that lets users record personal stats about their day out on the trails, then replay and compare notes with other app users. It can even be synched with a GoPro-type camera to later share content with the Tremblant Facebook Community, the top ski destination in the East on social media with 100,000 fans.