Ready to trade your daily grind for fresh powder, mountain views, and cozy après-ski vibes? Pack your gear and join us for an epic ski adventure in Taos, New Mexico!

Whether you're a seasoned skier or just learning, Taos has something for everyone. With legendary terrain, stunning scenery, and a laid-back mountain vibe, it’s the perfect winter escape.

Trip Highlights:

* Ski-in/Ski-out Access – No shuttles, no hassle. Just wake up, gear up, and hit the slopes.

* Spacious Condos – Full kitchens, fireplaces, and plenty of room to relax after a day on the mountain.

* Group Fun – Shared meals, and optional group ski lessons, and, for those who are interested, a day trip to Santa Fe.

* Local Flavor – Explore Taos’ unique blend of Southwestern culture, art, and cuisine.

Whether you're chasing powder, carving groomers, or just in it for the hot cocoa and mountain views, this trip is all about good times with great people.

Skiing:

Taos Ski Valley, an all-time favorite Fund Bank Ski Club destination: Flanked by sacred wilderness, rugged peaks, and multicultural vibes, Taos Ski Valley is a haven for 300+ inches of bone-dry powder stashes and some of the most untamed chutes, bowls, and glades in North America. With nearly half of all trails rated for beginners and intermediates, its unpolished charm and cheeky mountain rituals welcome anyone with a spirit of adventure. The package includes a five-day (Taos area) IKON ski pass. (Opt-out possible)

A six-day "Ski Week" can be added (opt-in for $350), featuring ski lessons, coaching, and mountain guidance by experienced facilitators. The "Ski Week" program is customized to meet the needs of both skilled and less experienced skiers and is delivered in small groups. It's optional, but feedback from past years has been very positive, and we highly recommend it!

Besides mountain skiing, there are options for snowshoeing in the area (https://taosskivalley.com/play/winter-activities/cross-country-skiing-snowshoeing/) and cross-country skiing, a one-hour (self-organized) drive away (https://enchantedforestxc.com/cross-country-skiing/).   

Key Logistics:

Flights (more details see Trip Overview, below): 

-> Jan. 17, 2026: DCA via IAH (Houston) to ABQ (Albuquerque)

-> Jan. 24, 2026: ABQ via IAH to DCA

Stay: Snakedance Condominiums, Taos Ski Valley (https://snakedancecondos.com)

The Snakedance is a ski in/ski out property, nestled right at the base of the main lift. Condos are slope-side, and feature large living rooms with fireplaces, modern kitchens, and one bathroom per bedroom. Reviews on major booking sites are excellent. 

The property offers complementary ski valet, which has been perceived as very efficient and accommodating from participants at previous trips; a rental shop is conveniently located next door. A small on-site grocery helps keep condo kitchens stocked with basic food items - along with a great selection of wines.

The Club recommends that participants purchase sufficient travel insurance and medical insurance as it will not be liable for any injuries caused during the trip or for trip cancellations made by the participant after the cancellation deadline. You can compare and purchase travel insurance at insuremytrip.com.

Cancellations received by September 30, 2025, will be eligible for a 50% refund. 

For cancellations from October 1, 2025, no refund will be available unless a substitute reservation can be found.  The Ski Club will help find a substitute but cannot promise success. 

We will depart from DCA at 6.00 am with UA1450 to Houston (IAH, arrival at 8:45am), followed by UA3982 (departure from IAH at 10.04 am), to Albuquerque (ABQ) where we will arrive at 11.40 am. 

A bus will wait for us to take us to the Snakedance Condominiums at Taos Ski Valley. On the way, we will stop for a 30-minutes grocery shopping opportunity at a local supermarket for those who would like to make their own provisions for breakfast and/or other meals in their respective condos.

Once arrived at Snakedance condos, we will check-in and get together for a welcome reception in the early evening. 

We will leave Snakedance early at 7am, to arrive in time at ABQ for our departure to IAH at 12.55 pm with UA1269 (arrival at 4.51 pm), followed by departure from IAH to DCA at 6pm with UA1369 for arrival at DCA at 8.59 pm.