It's just about the right time to book a SuperSaver Value Week at Northern Vermont's Smugglers' Notch Resort. Dates for the special weeks are Dec. 7-20, 2007; Jan. 6-17; Jan. 21-26; Mar. 14-20; and Mar. 24-Apr. 6, 2008. Rates are per person, per night. Adults are $109, while kids 3-17 are $95.

There's also a good deal through the Heart of Winter package running Jan. 18-20; Jan. 27-Feb. 14; Feb. 22-Mar. 8; and Mar. 21-23, 2008. Price is $129 for adults and $115 for youth.

It's more costly, for sure, but you might want to check into the new premium vacation homes at West Hill, North Hill, and Highlands Hill. There is limited availability for these accommodations.

Smuggs' season passes cost $539 until Halloween, then $599. So move quickly.