6. Whistler in British Columbia is often rated among the top ski areas in North America. Whistler-Blackcomb.com offers a page of Late Season Packages for April ranging from $441-899 CAD ($367-749 USD) double occupancy per person. At the lower end of that range, five nights accommodation and a four of five-day lift ticket per person. The longer stays allow you to explore Whistler's legendary trails for up to 10 days.

These offers are good until April 23, 2006. The nearest large airport is Vancouver, and transfers cost $67 CAD ($56 USD).

7. Banff in Alberta prides itself on a ski season that usually extends into May. If you go, consider adding a few days of sightseeing. There are few places on earth blessed with so many beautiful vistas. The nearest large airport is Calgary.

8. Mount Sainte Anne in Quebec is about 25 miles north of Quebec City. Between March 24 and April 30, when you pay for two nights lodging and lift tickets for two days, you get the third night and third lift ticket for free. Rates are up $22 from last year to $166 CAN/person ($139 USD) double occupancy, with taxes extra. If you fly into Montreal, the driving distance is 180 miles.

Click "next" and consider a couple of European ski deals aimed at late-season travelers.